Fuel price shock looms as diesel could rise by nearly R3 a litre

Significant petrol and diesel price hikes are expected from Wednesday, September 2, due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East affecting international oil prices. According to Central Energy Fund data, diesel prices could rise by R2.71 for 500ppm diesel and R2.92 for 50ppm. In 2026, South African fuel prices have been highly volatile, with a R5.24 increase for 95 Unleaded petrol between March and August.