Paraffin users across South Africa are facing a significant fuel price increase from April 2026, with illuminating paraffin rising by R11.67 per litre at the wholesale level. The increase affects low-income households who rely on paraffin for cooking, heating, and lighting, particularly in Gauteng, where alternative energy access remains uneven.
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South Africa is experiencing fuel supply disruptions as nearly 200 service stations report diesel shortages ahead of a sharp fuel price increase expected on 1 April 2026. The shortages are being driven largely by panic buying, with motorists and businesses rushing to fill up before the hike takes effect.
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