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AA Condemns October 7th Fuel Increase

AA Condemns October 7th Fuel Increase6 days ago7 min

The Automobile Association of South Africa (AA) condemns the fuel price increase that took effect on 7 October, which pushed petrol and diesel to the highest prices South Africans have ever paid. Early data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) signals a further rise of up to R4.58 a litre for petrol in November. Adding insult to injury is the Road Accident Fund (RAF), publishing its annual report for the 2025/26 financial year, and making a request to increase the RAF levy for both petrol and diesel locally. Automobile Association CEO, Bobby Ramagwede reacts to the latest increase in this conversation with, Jon Gericke...