South Africa’s fuel price increased again in April 2026. If you filled up recently, you felt it straight away. Petrol 93 went up by more than R5 a litre. Petrol 95 followed close behind. Diesel increases added more pressure, and early signs already point to...
This Mother’s Day, celebrate Mom in style with Tafelberg Furnishers and make her day truly memorable. We’re bringing you incredible specials to help you spoil the woman who means the world to you. Show your love with meaningful gifts that add comfort, beauty and joy...
Most people think insurance is simple. You choose a policy, pay the premium, and that’s it. For many people, a broker is simply someone who arranges insurance. In reality, the role is far more involved. A broker helps you understand your risks, structure your cover...
This month’s newsletter focuses on the everyday shopping habits that help members move closer to a Better Price. From the familiar tradition of browsing catalogues to smarter ways of planning your grocery spend, we explore how small changes can make a real difference...
When did shopping become this strategic? A quick trip to the shop once meant picking up a few items and heading to the till. Today, things look a little different. South African households have become sharper. More deliberate. More aware of where every rand goes. You...
This month’s newsletter looks back at the heritage of bsmart while focusing on the future for members. CEO Monty Stephenson reflects on the business’s journey from Cape Consumers to today’s bsmart community, highlighting the loyalty of members who have been part of...
How to stretch your budget, stack your savings, and still get what you need Let’s face it. Life’s gotten more expensive over the last few years. Whenever we see news headlines saying, “Petrol price relief for SA motorists”, we get excited, but essentials like...
February is the month when the real budget pressure usually kicks in. In this issue, we focus on practical ways to make your money work harder, including eight smart grocery-saving tips, the launch of the new Birthday Grocery Boost powered by Coupster, and a quick...
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....
