Tipping petrol attendants has long been an unwritten rule in South Africa, but with rising living costs and fewer people carrying cash, the question of what is ‘appropriate’ is becoming increasingly contested.
For many motorists, tipping is seen as a small gesture of appreciation for services such as filling up, cleaning windscreens, checking oil and tyres, or assisting at busy forecourts. Yet there is no formal guideline, leaving drivers to navigate social expectations on their own.
Fuel attendants typically earn modest wages, often close to the minimum, and tips can form a meaningful supplement to their income. Supporters of tipping argue that even a small amount can make a…
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