Petrol and diesel prices change on the first Wednesday of every month in South Africa, and we track every adjustment. This page carries the latest official fuel prices, the outlook for next month and recent fuel price developments affecting Gauteng motorists.
Latest Fuel Prices: November 2026
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has confirmed the official fuel price adjustments that took effect on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, bringing marginal petrol price decreases and more substantial reductions in wholesale diesel prices.
Gauteng motorists now pay R29.87 per litre for 93 petrol and R30.24 per litre for 95 petrol, both down by just 1 cent per litre.
Diesel 0.05% decreased by approximately R1.10 per litre, while diesel 0.005% decreased by approximately R1.20 per litre at wholesale level.
The adjustments follow the National Treasury’s temporary reduction in the General Fuel Levy, introduced to provide relief from rising fuel costs.
Official November 2026 Fuel Prices for Gauteng
| Fuel Type | Gauteng Inland Price | Change From October 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol 93 | R29.87 per litre | Decrease of 1 cent |
| Petrol 95 | R30.24 per litre | Decrease of 1 cent |
| Diesel 0.05% sulphur | R30.85 per litre | Decrease of R1.10 |
| Diesel 0.005% sulphur | R31.60 per litre | Decrease of R1.20 |
| Illuminating Paraffin | R27.22 per litre | Increase of R2.75 |
| LPGas | R39.64 per kg | Increase of R1.83 |
Diesel figures represent wholesale prices. The amount charged at individual filling stations may differ.
Why Fuel Prices Changed in November
According to the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, international petroleum product prices increased during the October review period, placing upward pressure on South Africa’s fuel costs.
The average Brent crude oil price rose from US$101 to US$108 per barrel, while the rand weakened against the US dollar.
The average exchange rate moved from approximately R16.21 to R16.55 per dollar.
These developments increased the underlying cost of importing petroleum products.
The slate levy also increased from 87.66 cents to 135.84 cents per litre, adding 48.18 cents per litre to the petrol and diesel price structures.
However, the National Treasury’s temporary fuel levy reduction prevented substantially higher prices from reaching motorists in November.
How the Temporary Fuel Levy Relief Works
During the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement on 21 October 2026, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced temporary fuel price relief.
The intervention provides:
- Petrol: A R1.50 per litre reduction in the General Fuel Levy during November.
- Diesel: A R3.00 per litre reduction in the General Fuel Levy during November.
- December petrol relief: The reduction is scheduled to decrease to R1.00 per litre.
- December diesel relief: The reduction is scheduled to decrease to R1.50 per litre.
The November relief applies from 4 November to 1 December 2026.
Without the temporary reductions, motorists would have faced substantially higher fuel prices because of rising international petroleum costs and the weaker rand.
What This Means for Gauteng Motorists
The November adjustment provides limited relief for petrol users following October’s sharp increases.
In October, inland 93 petrol cost R29.88 per litre, while 95 petrol cost R30.25.
Both grades are now just 1 cent cheaper.
For a 50 litre tank, the November changes mean:
- 93 petrol: A saving of 50 cents per full tank.
- 95 petrol: A saving of 50 cents per full tank.
- Diesel 0.05%: An indicative wholesale saving of approximately R55 per 50 litres.
- Diesel 0.005%: An indicative wholesale saving of approximately R60 per 50 litres.
Actual diesel pump savings will depend on the prices charged by individual retailers.
The diesel reductions may ease some fuel expenses for businesses and transport operators, although the effect on delivery charges, public transport fares and consumer prices cannot yet be determined.
Households using illuminating paraffin or LPGas face higher costs in November.
Illuminating paraffin increased by R2.75 per litre at wholesale level, while the maximum retail price of LPGas increased by R1.83 per kilogram outside the Western Cape.
December 2026 Fuel Price Outlook: Petrol Cuts Possible
Early Central Energy Fund data for November suggests that petrol prices could decrease further in December, although the final adjustment has not yet been announced.
The preliminary figures indicate favourable petrol price recoveries, while diesel prices are showing possible increases.
However, the scheduled reduction in Treasury’s temporary fuel levy relief will affect the final prices.
Preliminary December 2026 Fuel Price Projections
| Fuel Type | November Price | Projected December Change | Indicative December Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol 93 | R29.87 | Decrease of R1.52 | R28.35 |
| Petrol 95 | R30.24 | Decrease of R1.82 | R28.42 |
| Diesel 0.05% wholesale | R30.85 | Increase of R1.49 | R32.34 |
| Diesel 0.005% wholesale | R31.60 | Increase of R1.15 | R32.75 |
Important: These are preliminary estimates based on early November market indicators and the scheduled changes to fuel levy relief. They are not official December fuel prices.
The final December prices will depend on movements in international petroleum prices, the rand exchange rate and other adjustments during the remaining review period.
Frequently Asked Questions
When Did the November 2026 Fuel Prices Take Effect?
The official November fuel price adjustments took effect on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
How Much Is Petrol in Gauteng in November 2026?
Inland 93 petrol costs R29.87 per litre, while inland 95 petrol costs R30.24 per litre.
How Much Did Petrol Decrease in November?
Both 93 and 95 petrol decreased by 1 cent per litre compared with October 2026.
How Much Did Diesel Decrease?
Diesel 0.05% decreased by approximately R1.10 per litre, while diesel 0.005% decreased by approximately R1.20 per litre at wholesale level.
Will Petrol Prices Decrease in December 2026?
Early Central Energy Fund indicators suggest possible petrol price decreases in December. However, the scheduled reduction in temporary fuel levy relief will offset part of the potential savings. The final prices have not yet been confirmed.
What Happens Next
The November fuel prices remain in effect until the next scheduled monthly adjustment on Wednesday, 2 December 2026.
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources will confirm the official December adjustments closer to that date.
Motorists should treat early projections as estimates rather than confirmed price changes.
This page will be updated when the official December 2026 petrol, diesel and other fuel prices are announced.
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Disclaimer
The prices listed on this page are based on official announcements by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR). Petrol prices are government regulated, while diesel prices are regulated at wholesale level and retail margins may vary slightly between filling stations.
Price outlooks are based on recovery data published by the Central Energy Fund (CEF) and remain projections until confirmed by the DMPR. International oil prices, exchange rate movements and government levy decisions may change before each monthly fuel price adjustment.
This page is updated every month following the official price of fuel announcement.