South Africans have lost plenty of beloved snacks, drinks and breakfast staples over the years, but some discontinued favourites simply refuse to be forgotten.
From childhood tuck-shop treats to iconic chocolate bars and breakfast cereals, these are some of the products South Africans still remember fondly and would love to see return.
Chocolate Log
Few disappearances caused as much nostalgia as Nestlé Chocolate Log.
The combination of chocolate, marshmallow and wafer was a familiar sight on South African shelves for decades before it was discontinued in 2020.
Tempo
Cadbury Tempo is another perennial favourite.
The chocolate bar disappeared from South African shelves years ago, but its distinctive taste remains firmly lodged in the memories of former fans.
Inside Story
For many chocolate lovers, Inside Story remains one of the biggest misses.
The chocolate and wafer combination has become a nostalgic favourite, with consumers regularly mentioning it alongside Tempo and Chocolate Log.
Yes/No
Cadbury Yes/No is another chocolate bar that South Africans remember.
Recent nostalgia discussions have specifically highlighted Yes/No among the discontinued treats people still miss.
Milo Bar
Then there is the Milo Bar.
The chocolate treat has developed a particularly loyal following among nostalgic South Africans, with recent online discussions showing just how strongly some former fans remember it.
Snowflake Chocolate
Snowflake Chocolate is another name that brings back memories for South Africans who grew up with older confectionery ranges.
Like many discontinued treats, its appeal today is as much about childhood memories as it is about the chocolate itself.
Kreols chips
Crisp lovers have their own list of heartbreaks, and Kreols is near the top for many.
The snack remains a popular subject whenever South Africans discuss products that disappeared from shelves. Nostalgia around Kreols has even inspired attempts to find suitable replacements.
Lay’s Salt & Vinegar
Lay’s Salt & Vinegar is another discontinued favourite.
The flavour developed a loyal following and its disappearance prompted plenty of reaction from South African consumers.
Bibo
For a generation of South Africans, Bibo was a familiar name in the drinks aisle.
The colourful fruit drink remains one of the discontinued products regularly mentioned in nostalgia lists.
Fast Forward
Fast Forward chocolate is another former favourite that has never completely disappeared from South Africans’ memories.
It continues to feature on lists of chocolates consumers would love to see return.
Holey Moleys
Holey Moleys are another childhood favourite that South Africans haven’t forgotten.
The distinctive chocolate biscuits remain a nostalgic talking point, particularly among those who remember buying them as children.
TaB
For soft-drink fans, TaB was a major loss.
The Coca-Cola-owned drink was discontinued after around 60 years on the market, bringing an end to an era for one of South Africa’s best-known diet soft drinks.
Maltabella
The nostalgia isn’t limited to sweets.
Bokomo Maltabella, the malted sorghum porridge that had been a breakfast staple for generations, was discontinued in 2024 after more than 50 years.
For many South Africans, Maltabella was synonymous with cold mornings, family breakfasts and childhood.
ProNutro
And now another breakfast icon has joined the list.
ProNutro was discontinued in South Africa in September 2026 after 64 years.
The decision followed the introduction of a new formulation that drew complaints about its taste, texture and mixability. PepsiCo said it explored ways to restore the original product but was unable to recreate the taste and texture consumers associated with it.
What should come back?
The big question is: Which discontinued South African favourite do you miss the most?
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