JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH Africans have been urged to watch their spend on food items this festive season on the back of rising costs and economic setbacks.

A financial expert also dissuaded consumers from over-indulging on so-called junk food during the season.

Food costs have escalated due to rising inflation and economic pressures, said Ester Ochse, Head of Product Money Management at First National Bank (FNB).

She urged consumers to ensure they regularly monitored their monthly budget.

Source: CAJ News Agency