{
  "id": 13367338,
  "title": "Risks of further fuel price increases on the cards",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/risks-of-further-fuel-price-increases-on-the-cards",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-10T08:17:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SABC News",
    "slug": "sabc-news",
    "url": "https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/risks-of-further-fuel-price-increases-on-the-cards/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Risks of further fuel price increases loom as early data from the Central Energy Fund suggests a potential rise of up to five rand per litre for petrol next month. South Africans are adjusting to the recent fuel price hike that came into effect on October 7, pushing petrol and diesel to unprecedented levels. The Automobile Association of South Africa (AA) has strongly criticized this latest increase, stating it is disheartening to witness the rapid surge in petrol prices alongside the forecast of additional hikes. AA CEO Bobby Ramagwede expressed disappointment over the government's lack of effort to shield motorists and consumers from these shocks. Despite taxes accounting for a significant portion (R7/R8) of the fuel price, Ramagwede believes the government could hold back these funds until global oil prices stabilize, potentially offering relief to consumers.",
  "summary": "AA's CEO Bobby Ramagwede says it is disappointing to see the petrol price increasing rapidly",
  "key_points": [
    "Further fuel price hike up to 5 rand/litre possible next month",
    "AA criticizes government for lack of effort to shield consumers",
    "Taxes account for significant portion (R7/R8) of fuel price"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}