
Government issues urgent call for calm in South Africa
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources and the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa have urged motorists not to panic-buy amid claims of fuel shortages in the country.
THURSDAY, 26 MARCH 2026, 20:49

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources and the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa have urged motorists not to panic-buy amid claims of fuel shortages in the country.

The finance firm has apologised for the disruption to its website and app, which has angered many customers.

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