Jacaranda FM Breakfast with Martin Bester

How much you're paying for Easter eggs in 2026

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This year, you might want to reconsider how many Easter eggs you add to your shopping basket.

Netwerk24 has reported a steep increase in Easter egg prices compared to 2025, despite the fact that the price of cocoa beans has dropped sharply over the past year.

According to Reuters, cocoa prices have fallen by more than 70% after reaching a peak at the end of 2024.
25 Mar 4AM English South Africa News Commentary · Entertainment News

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