Petrol and diesel prices change on the first Wednesday of every month in South Africa, and we track every move. This page carries the latest official fuel prices, the outlook for next month, and recent fuel price news for Gauteng motorists.
Latest Fuel Prices
July 2026 (Effective 2 July 2026, Gauteng Inland)
| Fuel Type | Gauteng Inland Price (R/litre) | Change from June 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol 93 ULP | R25.94 | -R2.01 |
| Petrol 95 ULP | R26.10 | -R1.96 |
| Diesel 0.05% sulphur (wholesale) | R24.78 | -R3.14 |
| Diesel 0.005% sulphur (wholesale) | R25.67 | -R3.59 |
| Illuminating Paraffin | R17.24 | -R5.23 |
| LPGAS (per kg) | R41.11 | +16c/kg |
August 2026 Fuel Price Outlook
It is still too early to accurately predict August’s price adjustment.
Prices of fuel are determined by two key factors throughout each monthly review period:
- International crude oil and refined prices.
- The rand/US dollar exchange rate.
The Central Energy Fund (CEF) publishes daily price recovery data during the month, providing an indication of whether motorists could see increases or decreases in the following month’s adjustment.
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) will announce the official August 2026 fuel price adjustment at the end of July, with the new prices taking effect on the first Wednesday of August 2026.
This page will be updated as soon as the latest CEF recovery data becomes available.
Recent Fuel Price News
- Fuel Price Relief in August 2026? Early Data Points to Possible Petrol and Diesel Cuts
- Official July 2026 Fuel Prices Confirmed: Here’s What Gauteng Motorists Will Pay
- Good News for Gauteng Motorists as Fuel Prices Point to July 2026 Drop
- Fuel Prices Explained: Why Petrol Is Going Up While Diesel Drops in June 2026
- Fuel Prices Changing on 3 June 2026: Why Petrol Is Going Up While Diesel Gets Cheaper
- Petrol Prices Could Rise Again in June as Gauteng Motorists Face More Pressure
- Fuel Price Update: Diesel Increase Reduced Bringing Relief for South Africans
- Fuel Price Chaos in South Africa: Diesel Shortages Hit 200 Sites Ahead of April Price Hike
- South Africa’s Petrol Price Soars from R1.90 to R21.48 Over 30 Years
Frequently Asked Questions
When do fuel prices change in South Africa?
Official prices are adjusted on the first Wednesday of every month, based on international oil prices and the rand/US dollar exchange rate during the preceding review period.
Why do petrol prices differ between inland and coastal areas?
Inland provinces such as Gauteng pay higher prices because fuel must be transported from coastal refineries and ports. These transport costs form part of the regulated inland fuel price.
Who sets the price of fuel in South Africa?
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) determines the official petrol price. Petrol prices are regulated nationally, while diesel prices are regulated at wholesale level and retail prices may vary slightly between filling stations.
What makes up the petrol price?
The price of fuel consists of:
- The Basic Fuel Price (international product cost)
- General Fuel Levy
- Road Accident Fund Levy
- Slate Levy
- Transport and storage costs
- Wholesale and retail margins
Why did petrol prices decrease in July 2026?
Fuel prices declined after lower international oil prices and a stronger rand reduced import costs. Although the temporary fuel levy relief ended on 1 July, favourable market conditions still resulted in meaningful decreases for both petrol and diesel.
How can I save on fuel?
Keep tyres correctly inflated, avoid harsh acceleration, service your vehicle regularly, combine trips where possible and make use of fuel rewards programmes offered by retailers and banks.
Conclusion
July 2026 brought welcome relief for Gauteng motorists, with petrol prices dropping by around R2 per litre and diesel recording even larger decreases after favourable international oil prices and a stronger rand during the review period. While the return of the full fuel levy reduced what could have been even larger price cuts, motorists and businesses are still benefiting from noticeably lower fuel costs compared with June.
Attention now shifts to the August fuel price adjustment. As always, the final outcome will depend on movements in global oil markets, the rand/US dollar exchange rate and the latest fuel price recovery data published by the Central Energy Fund. This page will continue to be updated with the latest forecasts and official announcements from the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources.
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.