Bad news for braai lovers in South Africa

• Braai prices in South Africa are still rising due to sustained pressure from higher energy costs.
• The main factor driving recent price increases is the rise in energy and fuel costs, which is a direct second-round effect of the Iran War and subsequent global price spikes.
• The Braai Index's 0.9% increase in July 2026 reflects a modest but consistent rise in prices, which may be reflected in the official Consumer Price Index (CPI) report scheduled for publication on August 19, 2026.