insert_link Business / Economics Fuel Prices Set to Rise This Month The Energy Ministry has revealed a fuel price hike for February 2025, citing under-recoveries in fuel pricing. The ministry's Anna Salkeus announced that petrol will increase by 42 cents per litre, while both 50ppm and 10ppm diesel will see a rise of 120 cents per litre. today3 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa South African Federation of Trade Unions Expresses Concern Over Impact of Fuel Price Hikes on Working Class The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) has voiced apprehension regarding the recent fuel price hikes, emphasizing the strain it imposes on the cost of living for the working class. Petrol has surged to one rand and 21 cents per litre, with corresponding increases in diesel and illuminating paraffin. SAFTU's spokesperson, Trevor Shaku, highlights data from the Household General Survey, revealing that two-thirds of the country's workforce relies on […] today6 March, 2024