04 Dec 2015

The Ministry of Minerals, Energy and Water Resources informs the general public and other consumers that the retail pump for petrol, diesel and illuminating paraffin will be decreased with effect from tomorrow midnight.

According to a press release, the retail prices for unleaded Petrol 93 will decrease by 17 thebe per litre, unleaded petrol 95 and diesel 50ppm will decrease by 16 thebe, diesel 200ppm will decrease by 14 thebe per litre, while illuminating paraffin will decrease by 13 thebe per litre.

The decrease is due to a general decline in international crude oil prices and refined prices.

The government will continue to closely monitor the development of petroleum products in regional and international markets. 

“This will enable government to take more appropriate and informed decisions to ensure optimal price control to both the general public and the fuel supply industry,” the release states.

The public is encouraged to continue practicing fuel conservation measures, to save fuel and reduce the effects of high fuel costs and environmental impacts. Ends