South Africa cuts fuel levy for one month, working on other ways to offset Iran war impact
Published on March 31, 2026.
South Africa's government has temporarily reduced its general fuel levy by $0.1749 per litre to offset the impact of the Iran war on domestic fuel prices. The reduction is designed to be fiscally neutral, with the government recouping the lost revenue through various measures. The government is also working on a broader package of measures to support households and key sectors of the economy.
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