South Africa Cuts Fuel Prices Tonight as Diesel and Petrol Get Cheaper

South Africa Cuts Fuel Prices Tonight as Diesel and Petrol Get Cheaper

Petrol and diesel prices are set to fall in South Africa, with diesel dropping at midnight following adjustments to the general fuel levy.

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South African motorists can expect relief at the pumps as both petrol and diesel prices are set to decrease [278390]. The price cut is supported by government adjustments to the general fuel levy — a tax added to every litre of fuel sold [278390].

Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe announced the fuel price adjustments, saying the changes reflect both local and international factors [278873]. Diesel prices will decrease at midnight [278873].

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