South Africa's Fuel Prices Soar, Hurting Poor
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South Africas fuel prices surged on March 31, 2026, causing a significant financial burden for drivers and households. Petrol prices increased by three rand six cents per liter, while diesel prices soared by seven rand thirty-seven cents and seven rand fifty-one cents for different types. The most substantial hike was observed in illuminating paraffin, which rose by eleven rand sixty-seven cents per liter. The government provided some relief by reducing the short-term fuel levy for petrol and diesel users, but paraffin buyers received no assistance. The increase disproportionately affects low-income families who rely on paraffin for cooking, heating, and lighting. Unions, such as Fedusa, criticized the hike as unfair and demanded targeted relief for paraffin users to address the growing income inequality.
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