🛡️ Fuel Levy Relief Extended Amid Surge in Petrol Prices. JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – The South African government has announced the extension of the temporary fuel levy relief measures, set to provide additional financial relief to consumers amidst a surge in fuel prices.
The relief, effective from April to June 2026, is aimed at alleviating the economic burden on households and stabilizing the national economy. Under the extension, the general fuel levy (GFL) will see a R3. 00 per litre reduction for petrol, while diesel users will benefit from an increased relief, bringing the diesel levy to zero for the period from 6 May to 2 June 2026.
However, the relief measures are set to be phased out in June 2026, with petrol relief reduced to R1. 50 per litre and diesel relief to R1. 96 per litre.
The National Treasury and the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources argue that the extension is necessary to provide short — term relief to consumers and to stabilize the economy.
The cost of the relief measures for April to June 2026 is estimated at R17. 2 billion in foregone tax revenue, which will be funded through higher tax collections and underspending. South Africa has been experiencing rising fuel prices due to global oil price volatility, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
The extension of the fuel levy relief comes as the government continues to face challenges in managing the country’s energy sector. South Africa, a net importer of oil and petroleum products, is vulnerable to global oil price fluctuations, which have been exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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