South African Woman Impresses With Her R2K Grocery Haul from Pick N Pay for Her Family of Two
- A South African woman impressed social media users by showcasing her grocery haul from Pick n Pay
- She claimed it would sustain her small family for a month, as she went on to unveil the full amount she spent
- The viral TikTok video sparked mixed reactions, with viewers praising her financial discipline while others questioned her purchase of luxury items
- Briefly News spoke to financial expert Fulufhelai Mashapha on how individuals can effectively budget and shop for essentials at premium stores like Woolworths and what strategies could help consumers find good deals and stretch their budgets without compromising on quality
A South African woman has left social media users impressed after proudly showcasing her R2k grocery haul from Pick n Pay, claiming the food would be enough to sustain her small family of two for an entire month.
Source: TikTok
Woman flexes R2K Pick n Pay grocery haul
In a trending TikTok video, the woman unpacks multiple bags of groceries, carefully placing each item on the kitchen counter. From fresh produce and pantry essentials to meat, dairy and cleaning supplies, the haul reflected a strategic and budget-conscious shopping spree.
Taking to her social media account under the handle @life_with_meg_and_t, where she posted the clip on 20 June 2025 on TikTok, she explained that she and her partner buy things in bulk, which would last them for even a month.
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The haul included staples such as rice, cooking oil, long-life milk, canned foods, chicken portions, eggs, and toiletries, all sourced from Pick n Pay. Many viewers praised her for her financial discipline and smart spending, while some thought she had purchased a lot of luxury items such as cheeses, chocolate, chips, etc.
@life_with_meg_and_t went on to reveal the total cost she spent on all the things after she unveiled everything she got from Pick n Pay, which was valued at R2,489.62.
The video went viral, sparking a debate online, and at a time when South Africans are grappling with rising food prices and the cost of living, this grocery haul resonated with many who are looking for ways to stretch their rands.
Watch the clip of the lady's R2K grocery haul below:
Expert on Woolworths budgeting
While speaking to Briefly News, financial expert Fulufhelai Mashapha shared insight on how individuals can effectively budget and shop for essentials at premium stores like Woolworths, and what strategies could help consumers find good deals and stretch their budgets without compromising on quality.
"To budget effectively at premium stores like Woolworths, individuals should plan meals in advance, make a detailed shopping list, and stick to it to avoid impulse buys. Focus on essentials and look out for weekly specials, combo deals, and discounts on house-brand items, which often offer quality at lower prices."
She added:
"Buying in bulk when items are on promotion, especially non-perishables, can lead to long-term savings. Comparing unit prices, using loyalty rewards, and purchasing seasonal produce can also help stretch the budget without compromising on quality."
Mzansi reacts to the grocery haul video
The online community reacted with mixed feelings as they flooded the comments section, expressing their thoughts on the young woman's grocery haul, saying:
Shaz shared:
"Wow good for you, mna ivdint do groceries at Pick n Pay, I feel is way too expensive but I trust you when you say for 2, it all differs per individual, we don't like same things I respect that, I know there will be those negative comments please pay no attention to them."
Ruiters said:
Pick n Pay is fine, but only from the middle of the month, then the prices are okay."
Themba expressed:
"This taught me I could spend less being 1 person. I don't do crisps, rusks and definitely less cheese. I'll pay more attention next month."
Yvonne wrote:
"A waste of money. Why are you buying luxury items like Jacobs coffee, soup mix, etc? You could make your own sauces. You could have saved R500."
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Natashaxox was impressed, adding:
"You did really well with that budget."
MimiCha commented:
"You've done well, I will not buy mince from them again. Too much fat."
Source: TikTok
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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za
Fulufhelani Mashapha (Author and Actuarial Analyst) Fulufhelani Mashapha is a qualified actuarial analyst and author of 'Mind Your Cents'. She is also a One Young World Ambassador and Personal Finance Youtuber focusing on budgets, debt, savings, insurance and investments.
