OK Supermarket Specials: The OK Foods Catalogue for 23 October to 8 November 2026 and How to Use It

Quick answer: OK Supermarket specials are published by OK Foods, part of the Shoprite group, and earlier research for this series found an OK Foods catalogue running from 23 October to 8 November 2026. We did not re-read the pages for this article, so we state no product prices. OK Foods sits in the value-to-mid segment, with staples, fresh food and household goods, and many prices are tied to the Xtra Savings loyalty programme. To use the catalogue, check the dates, mark the staples you need, compare unit prices with another store, confirm that the special applies at your outlet and keep your slip.

Last updated: October 2026. The catalogue dates come from retailer publications reviewed earlier in this series; we did not verify individual prices for this article. Group details are from Shoprite Holdings material. Worked numbers are invented.

Background: OK Foods in the Shoprite group

OK Foods is a long-standing South African supermarket brand, positioned for shoppers who want a full grocery range at fair prices, often in smaller towns and suburban centres. It belongs to the Shoprite group alongside Shoprite, Checkers and Usave. Within the group, each banner serves a segment: Usave focuses on the lowest prices, Shoprite on broad value, Checkers on mid-to-upper shoppers and OK Foods in between, with a community-store feel. The group's Xtra Savings programme is available across banners.

Specials in OK Foods catalogues feature typical staples: maize meal, rice, oil, sugar, flour, tinned goods, chicken and meat, dairy, bread and cold drinks, plus household cleaning and toiletries. The catalogue period of about two weeks, ending 8 November 2026, spans month-end and the start of the next month, when many households restock. Festive products begin to appear in November. The catalogue is a planning tool for the pay-day shop.

Using the catalogue effectively

Start with your list. Write down the staples you use monthly and mark those that appear in the catalogue. Calculate unit prices: for a 10 kg bag of maize meal at R125 (invented), the price is R12.50 per kg. Compare it with another store's price and with your price book. Buy more of the items that are well below your normal price and that you can store safely. Check best-before dates, especially for flour, rice and tinned goods, though these usually have long dates.

Check the conditions: Xtra Savings card, limits per customer, store-specific availability and the end date. If the catalogue runs to 8 November, you do not need to rush on day one, but popular items can sell out. Phone the store to confirm stock if you are travelling a distance. Plan transport for heavy items. If you use a taxi, think about what you can carry; if you use a vehicle, plan to combine trips. Divide large packs into smaller containers at home, and store them in a cool, dry place.

Step	Action
1	List monthly staples
2	Mark catalogue items on your list
3	Compute unit prices and compare
4	Check card, limits and dates
5	Plan transport and storage

Consumer tips

Use the Xtra Savings app or card to access member prices, but compare with non-card prices elsewhere. Keep your slip and check that specials were applied. If the till price differs from the shelf, show the manager your photo of the label. Under the Consumer Protection Act, prices must not mislead and goods must be of good quality. Check fresh items, such as meat, dairy and bread, for dates and quality.

Be careful with scams. Fake "OK Foods voucher" messages circulate on social media, often asking you to share a link or enter personal details. Genuine vouchers come from official channels. Do not pay a fee to claim a free voucher. If you want to confirm a promotion, check the official OK Foods page or the Shoprite group website. And as month-end nears, set a budget so that early festive offers do not draw you into overspending. A short list, a sensible budget and a quick unit-price comparison make the catalogue work in your favour.

Frequently asked questions

When does the current OK Foods catalogue run?

23 October to 8 November 2026, per earlier research; confirm on the official page.

Do I need an Xtra Savings card?

For many prices, yes.

Is OK Foods part of Shoprite?

Yes, it belongs to the Shoprite group.

Sources

• OK Foods catalogue (23 October to 8 November 2026), reviewed earlier in this series; Shoprite Holdings newsroom
• Consumer Protection Act