Why Do iPhones Cost So Much in South Africa? Here’s the Real Story
If you’ve ever walked into a store, looked at the price of a new iPhone, and thought, “This can’t be right,” you’re not alone. South Africans pay way more for iPhones than people in other countries, and it’s not just Apple being greedy. Import taxes, a weak rand, and Apple’s pricing strategy all play a role. Here’s what’s really happening.