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South African refinery closures drive R76 billion in extra fuel imports

Refinery closures have cost South Africa R76 billion in additional fuel imports.

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Reduced domestic refining capacity increases import dependence and exposure to fuel-price and supply disruptions.

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  1. Refinery closures cost South Africa R76bn in extra fuel imports ↗businessday.co.za · Recorded source date: Sep 14, 2026, 3:16 AM UTC

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