Increasing Coffee Prices Leave a Bitter Taste for South...
International News
July 26, 2024
South African consumers are feeling the pinch as coffee prices continue to climb, affecting both household budgets and local businesses. Paul Makube, a senior agricultural economist at FNB, attributes the rise to global supply chain disruptions and adverse weather conditions impacting coffee production. The trend is prompting calls for more sustainable practices and local solutions to cushion the impact of volatile global markets on South Africa's coffee industry.