Will fuel prices go up next month in South Africa?
The next official price for South Africa has not been announced yet. The next adjustment is expected around Wednesday, November 4.
When prices are set officially, filling up just before an increase costs more for the same tank. Here are the current official prices and what to expect at the next adjustment.
Official per-litre prices in South Africa
| Fuel | Official price | Next change |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol 95 (inland) | ZAR 26.92 latest available, since Sep 2, 2026 | Update pending |
| Diesel 0.05% (inland, wholesale) | ZAR 29.56 latest available, since Sep 2, 2026 | Update pending |
Prices in South Africa are set officially and change on a fixed schedule; new prices are usually announced a few days before the first Wednesday. Next scheduled adjustment: Wednesday, November 4.
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Questions
Will fuel prices go up next month in South Africa?
The next official price for South Africa has not been announced yet. The next adjustment is expected around Wednesday, November 4.
When does the fuel price change in South Africa?
Official prices are reviewed monthly. The next scheduled adjustment is Wednesday, November 4.
Source: Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources · Official monthly adjustment; entered from the published announcement