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Oil shock raises South Africa’s fuel costs by 56 billion rand

South Africa is reportedly paying 56 billion rand more for fuel following an oil-price shock.

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The higher fuel bill could intensify inflationary pressure and raise transport and household costs across South Africa.

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  1. Petrol pump pain: SA pays R56bn more for fuel after oil shock ↗businessday.co.za · Recorded source date: Aug 31, 2026, 6:01 AM UTC
  2. South Africa Has Paid US$3.5 Billion More for Fuel Since ↗riotimesonline.com · Recorded source date: Aug 31, 2026, 9:01 AM UTC

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