Tanzania's annual headline inflation rose to 4.2% in May 2026, up from 4.0% in April, primarily due to an 11.9% increase in transport prices linked to monthly fuel price hikes of 13.8% for diesel and 10.4% for petrol. Core inflation also increased to 3.4% from 3.1%, indicating broader price pressures beyond food and energy, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.

South African motorists will experience significant relief at the fuel pumps starting Wednesday, 1 July 2026, as substantial cuts to petrol prices have been confirmed.

South African motorists are experiencing significant fuel price reductions that were implemented this week. Early forecasts indicate that there may be additional price relief expected in August, suggesting continued benefits for consumers at the fuel pumps.

Fuel prices have decreased, providing relief for motorists and paraffin users, attributed to lower global oil prices and a stronger rand against the US dollar, according to SABC Business.

Dangote Refinery has announced a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by N200 per litre within a month, indicating that the refinery has absorbed the recent surge in global oil prices. This marks another instance of price cuts from the refinery, suggesting a trend towards further moderation in fuel prices, according to Premium Times Business.

Motorists are expected to experience a decrease in petrol and diesel prices starting Wednesday, providing some relief at the fuel pumps, according to SABC Business.