If you thought avocados were the only fruit sparking outrage, think again. Woolworths is now under fire for selling two mangos at an eye-watering R159.99.
The luxury retailer’s price tag on imported mangos has left shoppers wondering if these fruits arrived via private jet, complete with tiny mango-sized seatbelts.
Karen Whitehead’s viral Facebook post perfectly captured the nation’s disbelief:
‘Imported Mango. Woolworths 159.99 for 2. Obviously flew in 1st class…’
But the real question? What happens if nobody buys them?
While Woolworths hasn’t clarified whether these mangos come with a butler service, social media detectives have theories.
One commenter suggested they might end up in ‘mango sorbets or other mango-flavoured goods’, while another joked they’re ‘given away to charity… good but expired.’
Others weren’t as forgiving. ‘Horror and shock,’ wrote one user, while another pointed out the grim reality: ‘People DO buy them. All the luxury items get sold out.’
Woolworths, known for its premium positioning, often imports out-of-season produce to cater to high-end shoppers. But at R80 per mango, these golden orbs are costing more than a decent lunch.
Is it supply chain madness? Import taxes? Or just Woolies betting that someone, somewhere, really needs a mango in winter? Whatever the reason, the backlash is real.
While Woolworths’ R160 mangos might not be for the average shopper, they’ve certainly given South Africans something juicy to talk about.
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