Motorists are facing a nightmare outlook for April, with mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund indicating steep hikes for petrol and diesel.
The Middle East war has caused the biggest oil supply shock in history, with prices spiking above $100 a barrel.
Oil prices surged past $100 a barrel on Wednesday as the escalating Middle East conflict triggered widespread disruptions to global energy markets and prompted emergency responses from governments worldwide.
South Africa currently faces no fuel shortages despite rising oil prices, with operational refineries ensuring supply stability amid geopolitical tensions.
South African Airways is monitoring geopolitical developments in the Middle East as the national carrier assesses potential impacts on global jet fuel supply.
Consumers may face significantly higher grocery bills and living costs from April, as anticipated fuel price increases threaten to trigger a wave of price hikes.
Crude oil prices dropped sharply as Trump announced the Middle East war could end soon, boosting equity markets amidst ongoing volatility.
Middle East war unlikely to trigger 2008-scale economic crisis but oil prices above $150 per barrel could cause 1973-style shock.
Oil prices soared and stocks fell in Asia on Monday after US-Israeli strikes on Iran sent investors fleeing the prospect of an extended conflict in the crude-rich Middle East.