Government cuts fuel levy as hike confirmed

Just as historic fuel price increases were set to be implemented, the government has moved to slash the general fuel levy from R4.10 per litre to R1.10 per litre, resulting in a less severe increase than expected.

The official prices, announced by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, are as follows: A temporary reduction in the general fuel levy will be effective from April 1 to May 5.