Record high petrol prices or pay higher taxes – Godongwana says you must pick one

BusinessTech | 09-09-2026 11:30am |

South Africa's Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has stated that citizens must choose between record-high petrol prices or higher taxes. He delivered this message as a reality check to South Africans concerned about rising fuel costs. The minister's remarks highlight the trade-off between fuel price increases and fiscal measures. This statement comes amid ongoing debates about fuel pricing and taxation in the country.

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