JOHANNESBURG – South African motorists could receive some relief as government continues talks aimed at easing rising fuel prices.
The Mineral and Petroleum Resources Department says discussions are still underway on possible measures to reduce fuel price pressures. This comes as mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund points to potential increases of up to R3 per litre for petrol and more than R9 per litre for diesel in May.
Officials say the pressure is driven by high global oil prices, a weaker rand, and costly fuel imports, despite supply remaining stable. If the projected increases materialise, diesel prices could climb above R35 per litre, surpassing April’s record levels.
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