There’s a shortage of Marmite in South Africa - again
If you believe breakfast is the most important meal of the day, Marmite might not be part of the feast.
In October 2020 consumers across South Africa took to social media to find out why their favourite spread wasn’t available.
Marmite is manufactured by licence in South Africa by Pioneer Foods.
As previously reported supplies of Marmite were affected due to the ingredient brewer’s yeast being in short supply as a result of the alcohol ban late last year.
Deborah-Ann Sharwoord, head of communications at PepsiCo SSA, says the last few months were difficult for the Marmite factories because they struggled to get enough stock of yeast during the national lockdown.
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Marmite is made of spent brewer’s yeast, and two of Marmite's yeast suppliers in South Africa were not allowed to trade due to the restriction regulations. Yeast – a by-product of beer manufacturing - is the key ingredient in Marmite.
However, there’s good news, Bovril seems to be safe… for now!
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