South Africa is feeling the pinch as prices for food like meat and vegetables, as well as water and electricity, keep rising fast. Families face harder choices every day, trying to stretch their budgets while still putting meals on the table. Yet, despite these challenges, people show great strength and creativity finding new ways to cook, share resources, and save money. Even with tough times, South Africans keep pushing forward, proving their resilience and hope in the face of rising costs.