It’s a sad but true fact of life: Groceries are one of the biggest monthly expenses for South African households. For a lot of people – especially pensioners and retirees – the constant rise of food prices and living costs is making it incredibly tough...
January isn’t loud, but it sets the pace. In this month’s bsmart newsletter, we share what members told us in our 2025 survey, what’s coming next for 2026, plus January shopping tips, competitions and exclusive partner offers to help you stretch your budget further....
First, a big thank you. More than 30% of bsmart members took part in our 2025 Member Satisfaction Survey – in both English and Afrikaans – and your input has helped guide our plans for the year ahead. You told us what you love, what you rely on most, and...
2025 was a standout year for bsmart members – from everyday swipes, cashback rewards and Better Price savings, to another successful bonus payout period and a growing online community. This month’s newsletter wraps up the year with festive deals, a new Memory...
South Africans take loyalty cards seriously. We love a good discount, a cashback reward, or anything that helps the monthly budget behave itself. But the admin? The stack of cards in your wallet? The faded barcodes? The “I swear it was here earlier” scramble at the...
