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Millions more go hungry

SEVEN months of lockdown has left millions of South Africans facing starvation and increased dependence on social grants as the government scrambles to avert a financial crisis.

Price increases on staple foods, electricity and cooking oil have left even those fortunate to have a job with not enough money to see themselves through an average month.

This was revealed in the Pietermaritzburg Economic, Justice and Dignity (PMBEJD) group’s Household

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