... the General Fuel Levy (GFL) for petrol and diesel for much longer. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana recently noted that the country is ultimately a price-taker in oil markets and that there is little room to cushion motorists. Citigroup's chief economist for South Africa, Gina Schoeman, noted that South Africa has enough fiscal space to extend the GFL cut by two ...

... does not mean the end of high petrol and diesel prices for South Africa. Currently, only around a quarter of South Africa's crude oil imports originate directly from the Persian Gulf. The majority of South Africa's crude oil imports come from other African nations, such as Nigeria, Angola, and Ghana. However, this does not mean that the Middle East war ...

... global supply and indirectly affecting prices in South Africa. Weak rand adds pressure The local currency remains another critical factor. A weaker rand against the US dollar increases the cost of imported fuel, amplifying global price increases for South African consumers. Pricing structure differences Unlike petrol, diesel prices in South Africa are not fully regulated and can fluctuate more frequently ...

... May 2026 South Africa petrol and diesel price: Updated forecast and survival guide As of April 20, 2026, the fuel situation in South Africa has evolved into a critical economic event. While mid-month data suggests a slight easing from the "doomsday" scenarios predicted in early April, motorists are still facing a historic increase scheduled for Wednesday, 6 May 2026. Sean ...

... ceasefire." He said the group expects oil prices to keep rising over the next 12 to 24 months. Knock-on effect on fuel prices and interest rates in South Africa As an importer of energy, South Africa stands to suffer significantly. The higher global energy costs not only have a direct impact on South Africans through higher petrol and diesel prices, ...

... to that point. In an interview with Kaya Biz, Maqubela said that understanding how petrol prices are calculated is key to unpacking the crisis. He explained that South Africa has import parity pricing, meaning South Africa effectively mirrors global fuel prices. "We look at major refining centres globally and then look at what they are selling refined products for, and ...

... Engen is allegedly replacing some of its 93 petrol with 95 petrol in South Africa due to fuel shortages. The forecourt franchise is South Africa's largest fuel station group, accounting for over 1,000 locations. Engen is 74% owned by Vivo Energy, a subsidiary of Vitol that runs approximately 3,900 Engen and Shell filling stations across 28 African countries. The company ...

... is a standard fuel grade in South Africa, designed for everyday driving and optimal use in inland regions. It provides a balance of performance and fuel efficiency for most standard cars and costs less than 95-octane. In South Africa, petrol colour is a standardised way for distributors and consumers to identify the grade and type of fuel. These colourings are ...

... The only hope for South Africa is that the war in the Middle East is resolved fairly quickly and there is some petrol and diesel price relief in May. Currently, South Africa is looking at another significant fuel price hike in May, with a permanent peace deal between US-Israeli forces and Iran yet to be signed. A ceasefire has been ...

... Chinese automotive giant Geely is launching its EX2 fully-electric car in South Africa in April 2026, just as electric vehicle (EV) interest has surged due to rising petrol and diesel prices. Geely Auto South Africa has been teasing the arrival of a car on its social media channels for several weeks. In a recent LinkedIn post, the company said it ...

... jobs. Protecting workers and households must be the cornerstone of South Africa's response to global instability." IOL previously reported that low-income households across South Africa are facing high paraffin costs for cooking and heating, even as the government has temporarily reduced levies on petrol and diesel. "The government does not care about the poor; that's why they have not given ...

... fuel taxes in South Africa, motorists also pay a Carbon Levy of R0.20 per litre, and a Customs and Excise Duty of R0.04 per litre. As a result, these taxes now collectively add R6.59 to the retail price of petrol in South Africa. Following April's fuel price adjustments, a litre of petrol 93 costs R22.46 at coastal rates. This means ...

... Jonathan Redelinghuys has noted that the frustration of daily life in South Africa - the potholes, the power cuts, the crime, the cost of living - builds up in people until the smallest trigger releases it all at once. The bumper-bash is not the cause. It is merely the match that ignites petrol that has been accumulating for months. The ...

... The CSH's combination of a 1.5-litre blown petrol mill and a 34.4-kWh battery pack and electric motor makes 455kW/920Nm. Coming to South Africa In the final stages of pre-production, the Chery Tiggo V has been approved for South Africa. While an expected date of reveal is still to be set, it is speculatively likely to go on-sale before year-end. Support ...

... key competitive space in South Africa, with rivals expanding into petrol station forecourts, neighbourhoods and other smaller format centres to capture commuters and office workers. According to the Forecourt Retail Report 2025/2026 by Trade Intelligence and Nedbank, forecourt convenience retail grew sales by 4% to R40bn in 2024, contributing 15% to South Africa's fast-moving consumer goods primary convenience channel. "Forecourt ...

... the General Fuel Levy (GFL) for petrol and diesel for much longer. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana recently noted that the country is ultimately a price-taker in oil markets and that there is little room to cushion motorists. Citigroup's chief economist for South Africa, Gina Schoeman, noted that South Africa has enough fiscal space to extend the GFL cut by two ...

... the costs first. Plug-in hybrids are by no means cheap in South Africa. They far exceed the price of petrol and diesel cars, and in most cases, pure electric cars as well. The most affordable car on sale in South Africa right now is the petrol-consuming Renault Kwid, with a price tag of R178,799, while the cheapest electric car, the ...

... does not mean the end of high petrol and diesel prices for South Africa. Currently, only around a quarter of South Africa's crude oil imports originate directly from the Persian Gulf. The majority of South Africa's crude oil imports come from other African nations, such as Nigeria, Angola, and Ghana. However, this does not mean that the Middle East war ...

... ever changing - an increase of 186 cents per litre is expected for petrol 93 octane motorists and an increase of 219 cents for 95 users is anticipated. Meanwhile, diesel motorists would see something between a 624 and 625 cents per litre increase. Finally, illuminating paraffin is expected to rise by 524 cents in price. FUEL PRICE IN SOUTH AFRICA ...

... As rising fuel prices continue to squeeze margins across South Africa's delivery economy, DFSK South Africa has introduced an LPG Autogas conversion for its petrol-powered engines, aimed squarely at short-haul operators seeking immediate cost relief. The dual-fuel solution targets high-frequency, urban delivery cycles where vehicles rack up mileage quickly and where fuel spend has a direct and often decisive impact ...