South Africa, May 30 -- Spanning categories from personal care to finance, the winning products were chosen by a nationally representative survey of 2,000 South African consumers, conducted by global insights leader Kantar.

Each winner earned its place based on real consumer opinions-evaluated for appeal, relevance, uniqueness, satisfaction, and innovation.

"As South African shoppers continue to tighten their belts and juggle daily expenses, the peace of mind that they are spending wisely on products that are recognised and endorsed by their fellow consumers is priceless," says Edith Venter, general manager of Product of the Year South Africa.

"Whether it's a reimagined heritage product or a brand-new entry to market, these products al...