The Competition Commission of South Africa promotes a competitive business environment for the benefit of consumers, workers and owners
South Africa
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[ON AIR] The Competition Commission has now released its second Cost of Living (COL) Report. what’s driving the squeeze on household budgets since 2020 and where the pressure is coming from now? James Hodge: Chief Economist, @CompComSA on #TheMorningBrief with @KoketsoSachane #sabcnews
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Companies may use uncertainty to charge excessive prices, warns Competition Commission ebx.sh/IbH9gX
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Experts from the Localisation Support Fund, BM Analysts, @TheNCC_RSA, @CompComSA, and @the_dtic unpack how global e‑commerce platforms are reshaping South Africa’s retail landscape.
How do we protect and grow local manufacturing?
#BuyLocalSummit2026 #LovedHereMadeHere
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[PODCAST] Mpho Moate, analyst at the @CompComSA, joins Jeremy Maggs on #MoneywebAtMidday to discuss how exclusive supply deals are pushing up prices for school uniforms and stationery, putting extra strain on South African parents.
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Five years after taking schools to task for pricey uniforms, the Competition Commission is now taking a tougher approach to enforce measures aimed at easing the financial burden on parents.
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[LISTEN] On @SAfmRadio MarketUpdate @jmoyaha_ is joined by the head of the cartels division at the @CompComSA Makgale Mohlala, to unpack how synced price hikes across eight shippers point to a coordinated behaviour and the potential cost fallout for SA trade.
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Listen to the full conversation to catch all the insights here:ow.ly/4mON50XBHgm
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2. The Tribunal will hear oral submissions from @CompComSA, the merger parties, MTN and Supersonic. MTN and Supersonic were granted intervention rights, by agreement between the merger parties, in relation to merger conditions to address competition issues.
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SIYABULELA MAKUNGA | The socioeconomic gains of SA’s young democracy must be preserved and solidified. ebx.sh/KMLKey
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The Competition Commission has taken a significant step in understanding the financial strain faced by South African households with the launch of its inaugural Cost of Living Report. The publication examines the affordability of essential goods and services, spotlighting the economic pressures that are particularly acute for low-income households amidst fluctuating prices and growing inequality. newsnote.co.za/south-african…
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The Competition Commission's first cost of living report shows that electricity and water prices increased by 68% and 50% over the past five years. Also, the price of some essential items didn't change quickly enough. Economist Andiswa Sibhukwana explains.
Watch: tinyurl.com/bd3hx69x
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SIYABULELA MAKUNGA | Over the years, the commission’s approach to competition regulation has earned it international recognition. sowetanlive.co.za/opinion/co…
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The Tribunal will hear submissions from: @CompComSA; the merger parties; @the_dtic; Media Monitoring Africa Trust (a non-profit organisation for ethical and fair journalism) and Pambili Media (a film and creative agency specialising in cinematic storytelling).
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The inaugural AfCFTA Heads of Competition Authorities Meeting is underway in Cape Town, South Africa, from 19 to 20 May 2025.
The meeting focuses on strengthening continental cooperation on competition regulation, with a spotlight on Africa’s digital markets and the operationalisation of the AfCFTA Competition Authority and Tribunal.
H.E. Wamkele Mene emphasised that effective competition policy is essential to shaping a fair and integrated African market—one that supports innovation, protects consumers, and drives inclusive growth.
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The 10th Meeting of the #AfCFTA Committee on Competition Policy is taking place from 15 to 17 May in Cape Town, South Africa.
The Committee is reviewing four key draft regulations to support implementation of the Competition Protocol, including merger thresholds, abuse of dominance, enforcement procedures, and the AfCFTA Competition Network.
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The retail price of canned pilchards has slightly decreased, while the cost of eggs remains high, according to the Competition Commission's latest Essential Food Pricing Monitoring report released yesterday. @J_chabalala sowetanlive.co.za/news/2025-…
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The Competition Commission has reported a modest decrease in some of the prices on food items it tracks.
The latest Essential Food Pricing Monitoring report found a more responsive price for sunflower oil. Principal economist at the Competition Commission Khalirendwe Ranenyeni discusses this further with @tumisangndlovu .
Watch: tinyurl.com/6vd2njxh
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Are savings in the supply chain reaching your pocket? The Competition Commission is keeping an eye on food pricing transparency to ensure fair passes on to consumers. 🍞
#FoodPrices #ConsumerRights #TheCitizenNews
Read more here ⬇️
citizen.co.za/business/modes…
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Listen| Deputy Minister Kenny Morolong on government welcoming the provisional outcomes of the Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry.
The provisional outcome of the inquiry aligns with broader efforts to foster media transformation and sustainability, enhancing economic participation, and protection of public interest journalism which is a crucial step toward ensuring a fair, diverse, and transformative media landscape in South Africa. #GovZAupdates
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SIYABULELA MAKUNGA | The Competition Commission follows an open and transparent process by which it regularly draws up guidelines to provide stakeholders with clarity about our mandate, our processes and information to stakeholders. sowetanlive.co.za/opinion/co…
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The Fresh Produce Market Inquiry has released its final report #NFPM #vegetables #fruit #farming #food #Markets @CompComSA agribook.co.za/inquiry-makes…
