South Africa: Price of Petrol and Diesel to Increase From Wednesday

Author: allafrica.comPublished on: May 4, 2026Country: South Africa

Business & Economy

South Africa: Price of Petrol and Diesel to Increase From Wednesday

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources announced an increase in petrol and diesel prices ranging from R3.27 to R6.19 starting Wednesday. Despite this increase, the government is extending a R3 reduction in the general fuel levy for petrol and a R3.93 reduction for diesel. Adjusted prices include a R6.19 per litre increase for low-sulfur diesel and a R5.63 per litre increase for the retail price of illuminating paraffin.

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