Parties, union demand fuel price relief ahead of Budget

Polity Audio Articles · Oct 6, 2026 · 3m

Parties, union demand fuel price relief ahead of Budget

The unprecedented hikes in fuel prices have triggered widespread outrage, prompting political parties, civil society organisations, and trade unions to launch a unified call for immediate government intervention.

According to official data released by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, 93 octane petrol will surge by R3.12 a litre at midnight on Wednesday, while 95 octane will spike by R3.33 a litre.

Wholesale diesel prices are set to climb by between R2.84 and R3.24 a litre, illuminating paraffin will jump by R3.58 a…