By Mapaballo Borotho

- South African motorists are set to pay significantly more at the pumps from Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
- Petrol prices will increase by R1.34 per litre, while diesel prices will rise by between R2.94 and R3.15 per litre.
- The increases have been attributed mainly to rising global oil prices, as well as adjustments to the slate levy and forecourt worker wages.
South African motorists are set to dig deeper into their pockets at the fuel pumps in September following the announcement of fuel price increases.
The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources confirmed that the new fuel price adjustments will take effect on Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
Petrol prices will increase by R1.34 per litre, while diesel prices will rise by between R2.94 and R3.15 per litre.
The price changes were reportedly impacted by an increase in the slate levy, as well as an adjustment to accommodate wage increases for forecourt employees.
However, the main contributing factor behind the increases is rising global oil prices, driven by geopolitical conflicts. The US-Iran war remains a major disruptor to global oil markets.
September fuel price increases
| Fuel | Change |
|---|---|
| Petrol 93 | Increase of R1.34 per litre |
| Petrol 95 | Increase of R1.34 per litre |
| Diesel 0.05% (wholesale) | Increase of R2.94 per litre |
| Diesel 0.005% (wholesale) | Increase of R3.15 per litre |
| Illuminating Paraffin (wholesale) | Increase of R2.13 per litre |
| LPGAS (Gauteng) | Increase of 69c per kg |
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