Motorists will have something to smile about at the pumps next week.
The Energy Department says there will be a “sizable reduction” in fuel prices in August.
A temporary reduction in the general fuel levy of R1.50 per litre was introduced from 6 April to 5 July.
This was reduced to 75c per litre from 6 July to 2 August.
In a statement, the department said: “Despite this reprieve coming to an end on 2 August, the department can confirm that there will still be a sizable reduction in fuel prices, including paraffin for South Africans.”
A formal announcement in this regard will be made today.