"No Way": South Africans Stunned by Woman Flexing R900 Worth of Groceries in Video

• A South African woman showcased her R900 grocery haul, impressing viewers with the variety of essentials and treats she purchased
• The haul included items like Brutal Fruit, bottled water, meat, sausages, rice, bread, ice cream, and yoghurt, demonstrating smart shopping skills
• The video sparked discussion online, with viewers praising her ability to stretch her budget and seeking details about where she shopped
• Briefly News spoke to financial and homeownership advisor Andrea Carr, who offered advice to households struggling with the rising cost of living and food prices

A South African woman has left viewers amazed after sharing a video showcasing the amount of groceries she was able to buy with just R900.

At a time when many households are feeling the pinch of rising food prices, her haul quickly caught attention online.

In the clip, she unpacked a variety of items that covered both essentials and treats. Among her purchases were two packs of Brutal Fruit, each containing six bottles, as well as a six-pack of bottled water. The TikTok user, who goes by the handle @avelanjawuz also purchased cold drinks, including Fanta and juice, along with two small packets of liver, chicken, meat, sausages, rice, and a loaf of bread.

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The haul didn’t stop there as @avelanjawuz revealed ice cream, viennas, butter, cheese, a tin of Lucky Star, mayonnaise, spices, and yoghurt, among other everyday products. Viewers were particularly impressed with the balance between pantry staples, fresh items, and indulgent snacks, all fitting within the R900 budget.

After showcasing each item, she demonstrated how she neatly packed everything into her fridge. The organised storage drew further admiration, with many praising how well she managed to stretch her money while still getting a wide selection of goods.

The video that was posted on 26 September 2025 quickly sparked discussion among South Africans online. Some were shocked at how much she managed to purchase compared to their own grocery bills, while others said it highlighted the importance of shopping smart and knowing where to find good deals.

With the cost of living continuing to rise, the clip struck a chord with many households trying to balance affordability and variety in their groceries. For this shopper, her R900 grocery haul not only filled her fridge but also left Mzansi impressed.

Andrea Carr gives tips to beat rising food costs

While speaking to Briefly News, financial and homeownership advisor Andrea Carr shared the following:

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"While inspiring, that R900 grocery video is not easily replicable for everyone. The takeaway is intentional spending, planning, bulk-buying, and avoiding waste."

She shared these practical tips:

• Shop with a plan: Compare store prices online and use loyalty apps like
• Checkers Xtra Savings or Pick n Pay Smart Shopper.
• Buy staples in bulk (rice, maize meal, beans) and freeze perishables.
• Cook in batches and avoid takeaways.
• Stick to the 80/20 rule: 80% essentials, 20% for small “treats” to prevent meal boredom.
• Budgeting tools like 22seven or Excel trackers can help households identify where food costs creep up — often in unplanned top-up trips.

Mzansi reacts to the R900 grocery haul

South Africans were amazed by the R900 grocery haul of the woman as they flooded the comments section to express their thoughts, saying:

Charmy Smiley said:

"My problem is that I won’t sleep knowing I’ve got brutal fruits in the fridge."

Mybonnie expressed:

"Where did you buy your groceries?"

Nelisiwe Zwane wrote:

"Love this for you, babe."

Vero was not conceived:

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"I want to believe you, but eish."

TeeBooHoe commented:

"Living alone is luxurious."

Cam cam replied:

"Which shop is this? No way it's R900."

Vero Disciple stated:

"Why is your R900 behaving?"

Watch the video below:

3 Briefy News articles about groceries

• A local gent's R500 grocery shopping challenge ignited a widespread discussion across Mzansi about the true cost of everyday essentials.
• A young lady who just returned to res, flexed her R1500 grocery haul, leaving social media users alluding she was rich.
• A female student filled a Shoprite trolley up with food and different types of meat, all for a little under R600, leaving Mzansi stunned.

Source: Briefly News