Shopper Stuns Mzansi With Grocery Haul Worth Just R467: “How Did You Do That?”

• A South African shopper shocked Mzansi by sharing a photo of a fully stocked grocery haul that cost very little
• The viral Facebook post sparked intense conversation about food prices, budgeting, and smart shopping
• Many users praised the shopper's savvy skills, while others questioned where such deals were still possible

South Africans are in awe after a shopper shared how they managed to buy a full load of groceries for just R467, sparking debate and curiosity online.

A South African shopper has taken social media by storm after revealing a surprisingly affordable grocery haul that cost just R467. The post, shared by Facebook user ThatoEverywhere, features a photo of a well-stocked kitchen counter filled with fresh produce, frozen meat, pantry staples, and other essentials, all neatly arranged and clearly showing value for money.

The post quickly went viral, gaining more than 15,000 reactions, over 2,200 comments, and hundreds of shares. In a time where the rising cost of living has most people tightening their belts, Thato’s grocery strategy left many South Africans impressed, and slightly envious.

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The photo, posted by Facebook user ThatoEverywhere, shows an impressive selection, including large packs of frozen meat, carrots, leafy greens, pilchards, long-life milk, pasta, cooking oil, and beverages. It’s a haul that many said would cost nearly double in their own towns.

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Mzansi wasted no time flooding the comments section with questions and praise. The post also sparked debate around regional pricing and the best ways to shop smart in today’s economy. Some offered advice of their own, suggesting bulk buying, sticking to store brands, and shopping around for the best deals.

Beyond the disbelief and debate, many saw Thato’s post as a much-needed dose of hope. In a tough financial climate, it reminded people that with some patience and planning, it’s still possible to stretch every rand. For some, it was a wake-up call. For others, a new challenge. But for most, it was simply inspiring.

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Mzansi reacted to the video

Mitchell Koena Nyaku said:

“He meant R4,670; he forgot to add the zero.”

Suzan Letoaba wrote:

“The meat alone is never less than R500.”

John Katz commented

“And as Whitney Houston said: Show me the receipts."

Buhle Jay Mahlangu said:

“Mayonnaise R40, beans R55 for 4, drinks R50, juice R100 for 3, fish R50, carrots R22 for 2, these alone add up to around R300.”

Happy Baba-Binyoza Masombuka wrote:

“The meat alone is R793.45, not to mention the mayonnaise for R40.”

Herold Slogo commented:

“One tray of meat R150 + mayonnaise + 2 tins of fish = R250.”

Refilwe ViiTo Milano said

“I could have bought 10kg of maize meal, 5kg mixed chicken portions, six gun spice, and a 10kg bag of potatoes.”

Caroline Masiya wrote:

“Tell us how and show us proof. The stories about those juice packages made me not want to buy them again.”

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3 other Briefly News stories about grocery hauls

• A woman shared a TikTok video of her Shoprite grocery haul that cost just R340, catching the attention of viewers online.
• A viral video showcased a woman's two-week meat grocery haul, aiming to demonstrate practical meal planning and budgeting.
• A young lady became the talk of the town after she showcased what she got for R383, which left SA amazed.

Source: Briefly News