South Africa is producing nearly 40% less fuel than it did seven years ago

• South Africa currently produces about 39% of its fuel demand domestically, including Sasol, a significant decrease from 78% in 2019.
• The country imports approximately 61% of its refined fuel products, with major facilities shut down or idled due to high operating costs, ageing infrastructure, and economic challenges.
• The loss of the two Durban refineries accounts for a significant share of the country’s lost refining output, and it would take several years to solve these immediate challenges, even with additional funding.