Recreation and culture inflation 2026
South Africa
Average recreation and culture inflation
2.9%
+0.5 higher than 2025
vs overall inflation: 3.9%
What's included in recreation and culture?
Recreation and culture such as sports equipment, toys, electronics, holidays, books, events, and subscriptions.
Monthly progress
Monthly recreation and culture inflation during 2026.
Month overview
| Month | Recreation and culture |
|---|---|
| January | 2.5% |
| February | 2.4% |
| March | 2.6% |
| April | 2.7% |
| May | 3.3% |
| June | 3.4% |
| July | 3.1% |
| August | 2.8% |
| September | 3.2% |
| Average | 2.9% |