Goodbye diesel price cut in South Africa — while petrol price drop turns sour
The expected reduction in petrol prices in August 2026 has declined by 75% since the start of the review period.
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The expected reduction in petrol prices in August 2026 has declined by 75% since the start of the review period.
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Petrol prices are rising so fast that filling your tank now feels like applying for a small personal loan. The increase is among the sharpest that motorists have seen in recent years. For commuters travelling daily, the increase could add significantly to transport costs. While we cannot control global oil prices or geopolitical tensions, we…
The temporary reduction in the general fuel levy introduced by government that was due to come to an end in early May, has been extended to June, the National Treasury and Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources said on Tuesday. “To provide further relief and to address concerns of higher inflation and negative impacts on…
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has warned of possible fuel hoarding in the province and has urged national government to act as some stations report shortages. “The Western Cape Government is aware of isolated incidents where filling stations in parts of the province are running short of fuel supply or have depleted their stocks and…
There are several apps South African motorists can use to find the best prices on diesel at fuel stations near them or within particular areas.
Motorists across South Africa can expect significant relief at the pumps from Wednesday, 7 January 2026, following the latest fuel price adjustments announced by the Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources. The price cuts come after a volatile December for global oil markets, with crude oil prices trading in a relatively wide range between $58…
The cost of topping up the tank of a large diesel vehicle could increase by nearly R62 if a fuel station passed the wholesale increase directly onto the retail price.