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The Citizen
27-05-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Rooibos, tea or coffee? What South Africans like to drink
When it comes to hot beverages, different demographic groups in South Africa tend to choose between coffee and various types of tea, including Rooibos. What do South Africans like to drink when they take a break? Some of us cannot do without the early morning pick-me-up coffee, but other drink only tea. And if they drink only tea, which kind of tea do they prefer? Eighty20 spills the tea on what South Africans like to sip by looking at the data. Andrew Fulton, director at Eighty20, says while coffee may be the go-to morning pick-me-up for many, tea remains the true global favourite, second only to water as the most consumed beverage in the world according to the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD). 'In South Africa, it is common to ask if people want Rooibos or regular when offering a cup of tea, and this shows how popular Rooibos is. Grown exclusively in the Cederberg region of the Western Cape, this naturally caffeine-free tea has become a global favourite. Just like Champagne, only products from this region can proudly carry the Rooibos name.' The data shows that over 22.6 million South African adults enjoy Rooibos, green tea or traditional tea every day. And they do not only stick to just one type of tea, Fulton says. Almost 30% of traditional tea drinkers also sip some Rooibos daily, and almost half of them pair their tea habits with a daily cup of coffee. Fulton says for brands this is a clear signal that tea time is all the time and for grocers, it is also important to look at complementary products, such as sugar. South Africans consume on average 4.2 teaspoons of sugar in tea, coffee, beverages or cereal per day. ALSO READ: Why experts recommend Rooibos for better health Who drinks what when it comes to coffee, tea and Rooibos tea? Coloured and Afrikaans-speaking people in the Western Cape and Free State consume considerably more, while isiXhosa and isiZulu speakers in the Eastern Cape and KZN consume considerably less. This table shows what South African consumers drank yesterday and how many chose tea or coffee. ALSO READ: Five tips to make the best cup of tea Where tea comes from When it comes to traditional tea, China is in the lead, producing nearly half of the world's tea, followed by India, Kenya and Sri Lanka (formerly known as Ceylon until 1972, a term still used interchangeably in South Africa for traditional tea). Fulton points out that tea is a massive industry, with global production valued at $17 billion, while the industry employs approximately 13 million people worldwide. Kenya is famous for its high-quality black tea, with its tea sector contributing over a quarter of the country's annual export earnings and providing employment to nearly 2 million people. South Africa's tea market is also brewing strong, projected to hit $447.29 million in revenue by 2025 with a steady annual growth of 3.07%. Joko tea and Glen tea are the market leaders for traditional teas in South Africa, while Freshpak remains the top pick for over half of all Rooibos drinkers. ALSO READ: 10 surprising facts about Rooibos More people are drinking tea Fulton says the consumption of traditional tea is increasing in East Asia, Africa and Latin America, but declining in Europe and North America. In North America, herbal teas and other ready-to-drink beverages are becoming more popular. 'This trend also positively affects our local tea substitute, Rooibos. The global Rooibos tea market is estimated to be worth approximately $1.3 billion in 2023, thanks to Rooibos Limited, the largest producer and distributor of Rooibos tea, exporting to 50 countries worldwide. What is the difference between traditional tea and Rooibos? Traditional teas like black, green and Oolong all come from the Camellia sinensis plant, but Rooibos tea is different. It is technically not a true tea but a tisane, a caffeine-free herbal infusion made by steeping plant materials in hot water. According to Fulton, people are switching to Rooibos all over the world, not only because it is a delightful drink but also due to its numerous health benefits. 'This naturally caffeine-free beverage is rich in antioxidants, helps to reduce blood pressure and improves cholesterol levels, soothes an aching stomach and can help to clear your skin.' ALSO READ: Rooibos industry paid R12 million to Khoi and San community in historic move What the data shows about tea drinkers There is also tea drinking demographics that show how much people all over the world love a cuppa. Using data from MAPS, a survey of 20 000 South Africans conducted by the MRF, Eighty20 a consumer analytics and data science agency, shows that women, Indians and Asians are over-indexed for all types of tea. The data also shows that Rooibos tea drinkers have marginally higher personal and household incomes than people who drink traditional tea, but the average household income of people who prefer green tea is nearly twice that of other tea drinkers. Green tea drinkers are also younger and better educated. Fulton says looking at the Eighty20 National Segmentation groups, poorer segments, such as the Humble Elders and Mothers of the Nation, tend to drink traditional tea, while Comfortable Retirees prefer Rooibos tea and the Heavy Hitters and Middle Class opt for green tea. This table shows the preferences of the different groups: 'Tea remains a cultural staple and commercial powerhouse in South Africa, with over 22 million adults drinking it daily. The growth of Rooibos tea locally and globally signals a shift in consumer preferences towards healthier, caffeine-free alternatives, offering valuable opportunities for brands looking to connect with evolving lifestyles and demographics,' Fulton says. NOW READ: Is coffee a luxury? Jacobs Coffee explains the price increase
The Star
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
South Africans laugh off Trump's ‘white genocide' claims
At a raucous comedy night in Johannesburg, no comedian could avoid cracking a joke about the chartered flight that, exactly a week earlier, took about 50 white South Africans to the United States for "refugee" resettlement. Spotting a middle-aged white couple seated in the diverse audience, 31-year-old comedian Tsitsi Chiumya pulled a theatrically shocked face. "White people! There are still some left! We need to make them extra comfortable," he exclaimed, the crowd erupting into laughter. Trump has used allegations of the "persecution" of white Afrikaners to attack South Africa but the claims have largely been ridiculed at home, where the legacies of white-minority rule are all too apparent 30 years after the end of apartheid. Bilateral ties have plummeted this year over a range of policies and President Cyril Ramaphosa is due to meet US leader Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday in a bid to repair the damage. Laugh through the pain The couples, families and groups of friends gathered at the sold-out weekly comedy night came from all backgrounds and races. Co-host Shanray van Wyk was Afrikaans-speaking but from the "Coloured" community, a tag created by the former apartheid regime to designate a varied group of mixed-race people. "I also tried to apply, because I'm Afrikaans,' he told the crowd. "But they were very specific," he said, pointing to his skin. The audience cheered as comic Dillan Oliphant quipped, "When you're privileged, equality feels like oppression." "There's no 'white genocide' here," he said, picking up on a baseless claim repeated by Trump in his attacks on South Africa. "We can't kill the white people ... They live too far away!" he joked, a reference to the largely race-based spatial divisions that still mark South African cities, another legacy of apartheid's racial segregation. The challenges of living in South Africa - from high crime to wide inequality between rich and poor - mean that many of its citizens are "particularly predisposed to dark humour" as a "trauma response", said comedian Dan Corder. "It's a natural response ... to laugh through the pain and the absurdity of rampant corruption, power outages, roads being ruined, things not working," said Corder, who hosts a late-night television show that has also debunked Trump's claims. Humour has been "a really nice way to disarm people and to respond" to Trump's "ludicrous" claims, said social media comedian and actor Anton Taylor. Taylor, who has a mix of Afrikaner and English ancestry, has released multiple skits mocking the "white genocide" conspiracy. In one, seen more than 100 000 times on TikTok, he cheers in pride that his country has produced "the best-fed, wealthiest refugees the world has ever seen". 'Farcical' "When you see the lifestyle that the majority of white South Africans live, it is the furthest thing from a persecuted people that one could imagine," Taylor told AFP. White people make up 7.3 percent of the population but still own most of the country's farmland. Unemployment among white South Africans is just under seven percent but affects 36 percent of the black majority, according to official statistics. "The thought that we are being persecuted is farcical, so I will keep making jokes reinforcing the idea that this is a joke and should be treated as such," Taylor said. While there was some trepidation that Ramaphosa's meeting with Trump could unravel into a televised confrontation, the high-stakes visit was still "a real point of pride", Corder said. "Almost like witnessing a strong, quiet parent waiting for a petulant child to finish their tantrum," he laughed. "I think it's going to be very funny."
IOL News
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
South Africans laugh off Trump's ‘white genocide' claims
At a raucous comedy night in Johannesburg, no comedian could avoid cracking a joke about the chartered flight that, exactly a week earlier, took about 50 white South Africans to the United States for "refugee" resettlement. Spotting a middle-aged white couple seated in the diverse audience, 31-year-old comedian Tsitsi Chiumya pulled a theatrically shocked face. "White people! There are still some left! We need to make them extra comfortable," he exclaimed, the crowd erupting into laughter. Trump has used allegations of the "persecution" of white Afrikaners to attack South Africa but the claims have largely been ridiculed at home, where the legacies of white-minority rule are all too apparent 30 years after the end of apartheid. Bilateral ties have plummeted this year over a range of policies and President Cyril Ramaphosa is due to meet US leader Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday in a bid to repair the damage. Laugh through the pain The couples, families and groups of friends gathered at the sold-out weekly comedy night came from all backgrounds and races. Co-host Shanray van Wyk was Afrikaans-speaking but from the "Coloured" community, a tag created by the former apartheid regime to designate a varied group of mixed-race people. "I also tried to apply, because I'm Afrikaans,' he told the crowd. "But they were very specific," he said, pointing to his skin. The audience cheered as comic Dillan Oliphant quipped, "When you're privileged, equality feels like oppression." "There's no 'white genocide' here," he said, picking up on a baseless claim repeated by Trump in his attacks on South Africa. "We can't kill the white people ... They live too far away!" he joked, a reference to the largely race-based spatial divisions that still mark South African cities, another legacy of apartheid's racial segregation. The challenges of living in South Africa - from high crime to wide inequality between rich and poor - mean that many of its citizens are "particularly predisposed to dark humour" as a "trauma response", said comedian Dan Corder. "It's a natural response ... to laugh through the pain and the absurdity of rampant corruption, power outages, roads being ruined, things not working," said Corder, who hosts a late-night television show that has also debunked Trump's claims. Humour has been "a really nice way to disarm people and to respond" to Trump's "ludicrous" claims, said social media comedian and actor Anton Taylor. Taylor, who has a mix of Afrikaner and English ancestry, has released multiple skits mocking the "white genocide" conspiracy. In one, seen more than 100 000 times on TikTok, he cheers in pride that his country has produced "the best-fed, wealthiest refugees the world has ever seen". 'Farcical' "When you see the lifestyle that the majority of white South Africans live, it is the furthest thing from a persecuted people that one could imagine," Taylor told AFP. White people make up 7.3 percent of the population but still own most of the country's farmland. Unemployment among white South Africans is just under seven percent but affects 36 percent of the black majority, according to official statistics. "The thought that we are being persecuted is farcical, so I will keep making jokes reinforcing the idea that this is a joke and should be treated as such," Taylor said. While there was some trepidation that Ramaphosa's meeting with Trump could unravel into a televised confrontation, the high-stakes visit was still "a real point of pride", Corder said. "Almost like witnessing a strong, quiet parent waiting for a petulant child to finish their tantrum," he laughed. "I think it's going to be very funny."
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
South Africans joke about Donald Trump's claims ahead of White House visit
At a raucous comedy night in Johannesburg, no comedian could avoid cracking a joke about the chartered flight that, exactly a week earlier, took 49 white South Africans to the United States for 'refugee' resettlement. Spotting a middle-aged white couple seated in the diverse audience, 31-year-old comedian Tsitsi Chiumya pulled a theatrically shocked face. 'White people! There are still some left! We need to make them extra comfortable,' he exclaimed, the crowd erupting into laughter. Trump has used allegations of the 'persecution' of white Afrikaners to attack South Africa but the claims have largely been ridiculed at home, where the legacies of white-minority rule are all too apparent 30 years after the end of apartheid. Bilateral ties have plummeted this year over a range of policies and President Cyril Ramaphosa is due to meet US leader Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday in a bid to repair the damage. The couples, families and groups of friends gathered at the sold-out weekly comedy night came from all backgrounds and races. Co-host Shanray van Wyk was Afrikaans-speaking but from the 'coloured' community, a tag created by the former apartheid regime to designate a varied group of mixed-race people. 'I also tried to apply, because I'm Afrikaans,' he told the crowd. 'But they were very specific,' he said, pointing to his skin. The audience cheered as comic Dillan Oliphant quipped, 'When you're privileged, equality feels like oppression.' 'There's no 'white genocide' here,' he said, picking up on a baseless claim repeated by Trump in his attacks on South Africa. 'We can't kill the white people … They live too far away!' he joked, a reference to the largely race-based spatial divisions that still mark South African cities, another legacy of apartheid's racial segregation. The challenges of living in South Africa – from high crime to wide inequality between rich and poor – mean that many of its citizens are 'particularly predisposed to dark humour' as a 'trauma response', said comedian Dan Corder. 'It's a natural response … to laugh through the pain and the absurdity of rampant corruption, power outages, roads being ruined, things not working,' said Corder, who hosts a late-night television show that has also debunked Trump's claims. Humour has been 'a really nice way to disarm people and to respond' to Trump's 'ludicrous' claims, said social media comedian and actor Anton Taylor. Taylor, who has a mix of Afrikaner and English ancestry, has released multiple skits mocking the 'white genocide' conspiracy. In one, seen more than 100 000 times on TikTok, he cheers in pride that his country has produced 'the best-fed, wealthiest refugees the world has ever seen'. 'When you see the lifestyle that the majority of white South Africans live, it is the furthest thing from a persecuted people that one could imagine,' Taylor told AFP. White people make up 7.3 percent of the population but still own most of the country's farmland. Unemployment among white South Africans is just under seven percent but affects 36 percent of the black majority, according to official statistics. 'The thought that we are being persecuted is farcical, so I will keep making jokes reinforcing the idea that this is a joke and should be treated as such,' Taylor said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anton Taylor (@iamantontaylor) While there was some trepidation that Ramaphosa's meeting with Trump could unravel into a televised confrontation, the high-stakes visit was still 'a real point of pride', Corder said. 'Almost like witnessing a strong, quiet parent waiting for a petulant child to finish their tantrum,' he laughed. 'I think it's going to be very funny.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news. By Garrin Lambley © Agence France-Presse
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
S.Africans joke about Trump's claims ahead of White House visit
At a raucous comedy night in Johannesburg, no comedian could avoid cracking a joke about the chartered flight that, exactly a week earlier, took about 50 white South Africans to the United States for "refugee" resettlement. Spotting a middle-aged white couple seated in the diverse audience, 31-year-old comedian Tsitsi Chiumya pulled a theatrically shocked face. "White people! There are still some left! We need to make them extra comfortable," he exclaimed, the crowd erupting into laughter. Trump has used allegations of the "persecution" of white Afrikaners to attack South Africa but the claims have largely been ridiculed at home, where the legacies of white-minority rule are all too apparent 30 years after the end of apartheid. Bilateral ties have plummeted this year over a range of policies and President Cyril Ramaphosa is due to meet US leader Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday in a bid to repair the damage. - 'Laugh through the pain' - The couples, families and groups of friends gathered at the sold-out weekly comedy night came from all backgrounds and races. Co-host Shanray van Wyk was Afrikaans-speaking but from the "Coloured" community, a tag created by the former apartheid regime to designate a varied group of mixed-race people. "I also tried to apply, because I'm Afrikaans,' he told the crowd. "But they were very specific," he said, pointing to his skin. The audience cheered as comic Dillan Oliphant quipped, "When you're privileged, equality feels like oppression." "There's no 'white genocide' here," he said, picking up on a baseless claim repeated by Trump in his attacks on South Africa. "We can't kill the white people ... They live too far away!" he joked, a reference to the largely race-based spatial divisions that still mark South African cities, another legacy of apartheid's racial segregation. The challenges of living in South Africa -- from high crime to wide inequality between rich and poor -- mean that many of its citizens are "particularly predisposed to dark humour" as a "trauma response", said comedian Dan Corder. "It's a natural response ... to laugh through the pain and the absurdity of rampant corruption, power outages, roads being ruined, things not working," said Corder, who hosts a late-night television show that has also debunked Trump's claims. Humour has been "a really nice way to disarm people and to respond" to Trump's "ludicrous" claims, said social media comedian and actor Anton Taylor. Taylor, who has a mix of Afrikaner and English ancestry, has released multiple skits mocking the "white genocide" conspiracy. In one, seen more than 100,000 times on TikTok, he cheers in pride that his country has produced "the best-fed, wealthiest refugees the world has ever seen". - 'Farcical' - "When you see the lifestyle that the majority of white South Africans live, it is the furthest thing from a persecuted people that one could imagine," Taylor told AFP. White people make up 7.3 percent of the population but still own most of the country's farmland. Unemployment among white South Africans is just under seven percent but affects 36 percent of the black majority, according to official statistics. "The thought that we are being persecuted is farcical, so I will keep making jokes reinforcing the idea that this is a joke and should be treated as such," Taylor said. While there was some trepidation that Ramaphosa's meeting with Trump could unravel into a televised confrontation, the high-stakes visit was still "a real point of pride", Corder said. "Almost like witnessing a strong, quiet parent waiting for a petulant child to finish their tantrum," he laughed. "I think it's going to be very funny." jcb/br/cw
