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Fuel Shock Ahead: Petrol and diesel prices set to surge again in May

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Motorists could be in for another major blow as early data points to steep fuel price hikes in May, with diesel potentially rising by up to R8 a litre and petrol by as much as R6. Economist Dawie Roodt says global oil prices remain the key driver, despite a temporary fuel levy cut offering short-term relief.
15 Apr 9AM English South Africa News · Daily News

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