R17,915 blow to teachers in South Africa

BusinessTech | 25-08-2026 04:44pm |

Teachers in South Africa have experienced a significant erosion in real wages over the past seven years, according to a report by BusinessTech. The analysis highlights a cumulative loss of R17,915 in purchasing power for educators. This decline is attributed to inflation outpacing salary increases. The findings raise concerns about the financial well-being of teachers and the potential impact on the education sector.

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