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October 8, 2026 · Image via IOL News. Supplied with the article; rights remain with the copyright holder . A UCT study reveals South Africa's celebration economy exceeds R500bn annually despite financial pressures on households.
A UCT study estimates that weddings, funerals, religious gatherings and other milestones generate more than R500bn in annual spending, despite mounting pressure on household finances.
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Published October 8, 2026 
