South Africa: EFF Vs Fuel Levy Increase - - Court Challenge Tests Legality of Fiscal Decisions

South Africa: EFF Vs Fuel Levy Increase - - Court Challenge Tests Legality of Fiscal Decisions

The EFF has filed an urgent court bid to block Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's fuel levy hike, arguing it is irrational, economically harmful and unlawfully implemented. This is not just the EFF showing commitment to its stance against the increase, but a relatively novel legal precedent that could have far-reaching implications.

Fuel Prices Expected To Drop Next Week Despite Levy Increase

South African motorists and freight operators can expect a modest reduction in fuel prices next week, despite an announced increase in the general fuel levy effective 4 June 2025. In his budget speech on 21 May, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the first increase in the general fuel levy in three years, raising it to R4.01 per litre for petrol and R3.85 per litre for diesel. This adjustment aims to address the fiscal shortfall created…