Fuel prices strain household budgets: Chamber of Mines

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2026-10-26

WINDHOEK, 20 October 2026 - Petrol has gone up five times since April, and after one reduction along the way it costs a net N$7.00 more a litre, about 36% above the pre-April price. For thousands travelling between Osona, Okahandja and Windhoek each working day, the next fuel price review, due at the end of this month, is a date they watch closely. (Photo by: Chelva Wells) NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 26 OCT (NAMPA) – Rising fuel prices are straining household budgets as transport inflation reaches 14.9%, Chamber of Mines of Namibia Chief Executive Officer, Fabian Shaanika has said.
In an interview with Nampa recently, Shaanika said the more immediate impact on households is being felt through rising fuel prices, which are translating into higher transport costs and increased prices for essential goods, particularly food, as well as...

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WINDHOEK, 23 October 2026 - Rising fuel prices are straining household budgets as transport inflation reaches 14.9%, Chamber of Mines, Chief Executive Officer, Fabian Shaanika has said. (Photo contributed) NAMPA

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