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In South Africa, the pricing structure of illuminating paraffin is specifically designed to provide relief to consumers. Unlike petrol and diesel, paraffin does not include fuel levies and most taxes, as a deliberate policy measure to keep it as affordable as possible, given its importance to low-income households. As a result, reductions in fuel levies cannot be applied to offset increases in paraffin prices. The increase in paraffin prices does not signal any reduction in government support for vulnerable households. As indicated in the earlier statement, work is underway to develop targeted measures to cushion the poor from the impact of high energy costs. These efforts form part of a broader commitment to mitigate the effects of rising living expenses. Government remains firmly committed to protecting vulnerable households and continues to implement both immediate relief interventions and longer-term measures aimed at improving energy affordability and ensuring security of supply for all.

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Published: April 1, 2026 03:16

🦜 Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources ‏ / @DMPR_ZA