Prices in South Africa: Fuel, Electricity, Grants and Wages
The prices that affect every South African household, in one place. We update this page when the official numbers change, and each figure links to a full guide.
Key Prices Right Now
| What | Current figure | Since | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol 95 (inland) | R30.25 a litre | 7 October 2026 | Petrol price |
| Petrol 95 (coast) | R29.38 a litre | 7 October 2026 | Petrol price |
| Expected November fuel change | Petrol up about R2.06 a litre | From 4 November 2026 (forecast) | Petrol price |
| Eskom electricity (direct customers) | Up 8.76% | 1 April 2026 | Electricity increase |
| Municipal bulk electricity | Up 9.01% | 1 July 2026 | Electricity increase |
| Older Persons and Disability Grant | R2,400 a month | 1 April 2026 | SASSA payment dates |
| Child Support Grant | R580 a month | 1 April 2026 | SASSA payment dates |
| SRD grant | R370 a month | Funded to 31 March 2027 | SASSA guide |
| Repo rate | 7.25% | 25 September 2026 | Interest rates |
| Prime lending rate | 10.75% | 25 September 2026 | Interest rates |
| National minimum wage | R30.23 an hour | 1 March 2026 | Minimum wage |
| EPWP minimum wage | R16.62 an hour | 1 March 2026 | EPWP guide |
Latest Price Guides
- Repo Rate and Prime Lending Rate South Africa 2026: Current Rates and Next Decision
- Electricity Price Increase 2026/27: What Eskom and Municipal Customers Pay
- Petrol Price November 2026: Expected Increase and Current Prices in South Africa
Money Tools
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Prices Questions
How often does the petrol price change in South Africa?
Every month, on the first Wednesday. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources announces the new prices a few days before.
How much is the Child Support Grant in 2026?
R580 per child per month, from 1 April 2026.
What is the national minimum wage in 2026?
R30.23 an hour for most workers, from 1 March 2026.