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New fuel prices to come into effect
Motorists in South Africa will face mixed fuel price changes from Wednesday, 7 August 2025. Petrol prices are set to decrease—93 octane by 33 cents/litre and 95 by 29 cents—while diesel sees a sharp increase, rising by up to 66 cents/litre.
Motorists across South Africa will see mixed emotions at the pumps this August, as the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) confirmed the latest fuel price adjustments taking effect on Wednesday, 7 August 2025 at midnight.
Here’s what’s changing:
- Petrol 93: ↓ 33 cents/litre
- Petrol 95: ↓ 29 cents/litre
- Diesel 0.05%: ↑ 66 cents/litre
- Diesel 0.005%: ↑ 63 cents/litre
- Illuminating paraffin: ↑ 47 cents/litre
This means inland motorists will now pay around R21.58/litre for 95 unleaded petrol, while coastal regions will see it at R20.79/litre.
The petrol price drop is largely attributed to lower international oil prices and a stronger rand during the review period. However, diesel users aren’t as lucky, with rising demand in Europe and ongoing global supply pressures pushing prices up significantly.
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