Motorists across the country will pay more for fuel from midnight tonight, as pump prices are set to increase once again.
Fuel prices affect more than just motorists - they influence transport, food prices, farming, logistics, and business operations.
Windhoek taxi drivers expressed frustration over the fuel price hike.
Botswana has emulated Namibia by suspending three fuel levies for six months to cushion consumers from the rising global oil prices.
Botswana has emulated Namibia by suspending three fuel levies for six months to cushion consumers from the rising global oil prices.
Long-distance transport operators reported satisfaction with revenue collected over the Easter period, even as rising fuel prices squeezed their profits.
Fuel prices will rise effective 1 April 2026 due to surging global oil prices.
The government says it remains committed to ensuring a stable, reliable, and secure supply of essential resources while proactively addressing risks.
Motorists can expect some relief at fuel pumps this week, as petrol prices will drop by one dollar per liter, while both diesel grades will decrease by 50 cents per liter, effective Wednesday.
The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy has maintained fuel prices for this month, a move aimed at supporting price stability amid ongoing global market volatility.
Fuel prices for domestic consumption for unleaded petrol 95 will remain unchanged at N$20.58 per litre.
Although global oil prices have increased, local motorists will not pay extra for fuel in October. Local prices for both petrol and diesel grades remain unchanged.
The declining cost of unleaded petrol and automotive diesel oil in the global oil market is among several factors that led to the fuel prices for the month of September remaining unchanged.
