The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources announces the adjustment of fuel prices based on current local and international factors with effect from the 6th of August 2025.
South Africa’s fuel prices are adjusted monthly, informed by international and local factors. International factors include the fact that South Africa imports both crude oil and finished products at a price set at the international level, including importation costs, e.g., shipping costs.
The main reasons for the fuel price adjustments are due to:
1. Crude oil prices
The average Brent Crude oil price decreased slightly from 69.36 US Dollars (USD) to 69.06 USD during the period under review. The main contributing…
Cape Winelands: Famous for its vineyards and wine production, the Cape
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The Apartheid Museum: Located in Johannesburg, this museum offers a detailed
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