Fuel Prices South Africa Expected to Drop in January, Bringing Relief to Motorists

Fuel Prices South Africa Expected to Drop in January, Bringing Relief to Motorists
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Fuel Prices South Africa Expected to Drop in January, Bringing Relief to Motorists: South African motorists could see welcome relief in January as fuel prices are projected to decrease, driven by a stronger rand and lower global oil prices.
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‎Recent figures from the Central Energy Fund indicate that petrol prices in South Africa are expected to fall by approximately 49 to 54 cents per litre, while diesel prices could drop more sharply by between R1.26 and R1.38 per litre.
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‎This anticipated fuel price decrease follows significant increases in December, when petrol rose by 29 cents per litre and diesel climbed by as much as 85 cents. The strengthening rand has helped cushion the impact of global oil price movements, easing pressure on local fuel costs.
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‎In addition to petrol and diesel, paraffin prices in South Africa are also forecast to decline by around R1 per litre, offering further relief to households and businesses.
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‎The Department of Mineral and Energy Resources is expected to announce the official fuel price adjustments ahead of the first Wednesday of the new year, providing clarity on the new pump prices nationwide.
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