Education inflation 2026
South Africa
Average education inflation
5.2%
+0.4 higher than 2025
vs overall inflation: 3.9%
What's included in education?
Education at all levels including teaching materials and additional educational costs.
Monthly progress
Monthly education inflation during 2026.
Month overview
| Month | Education |
|---|---|
| January | 4.5% |
| February | 4.5% |
| March | 5.4% |
| April | 5.4% |
| May | 5.4% |
| June | 5.4% |
| July | 5.4% |
| August | 5.4% |
| September | 5.4% |
| Average | 5.2% |