The Democratic Alliance (DA) has called on its Government of National Unity (GNU) partner, the African National Congress (ANC), to consider a 50% reduction in both the general fuel levy and the Road Accident Fund (RAF) levy. The proposal aims to soften the impact of upcoming fuel price increases, which are partly attributed to the US-Israel-Iran conflict.
The DA says the plan could save motorists around R3 per litre. Party spokesperson Mark Burke suggested funding the cut using surpluses from the Compensation Fund, SETAs, and by auditing ghost workers and reviewing state spending.
While the DA supports the national budget, it stresses the need for proactive measures to protect South Africans from global economic shocks. The party has already written to President Cyril Ramaphosa and Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to discuss the proposal.