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10 African Countries With Highest Petrol Prices In Prices In April 2026

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7 days ago

May 1, 2026

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Petrol prices across Africa have risen further in April 2026, reflecting sustained pressure from global supply disruptions following the Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz crisis, which has tightened availability and increased costs for both petrol and diesel.

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Malawi — N5,281 per litre

Central African Republic (CAR) — N3,064 per litre

Zimbabwe — N2,873 per litre

Sierra Leone — N2,794 per litre

Botswana – N2,547 per litre

Lesotho – N2,536 per litre

South Africa – N2,379 per litre

Mali — N2,310 per litre

Morocco — N2,301 per litre

Seychelles – N2,195 per litre

Zambia – N2,158 per litre

Across Africa, several countries now rank among the most expensive fuel prices globally, which has underscored the vulnerability of import-dependent economies to external shocks.

Countries such as Nigeria and South Africa have already experienced notable increases in petrol prices, with rising transport fares and energy costs affecting households and businesses.

In Nigeria, changes in ex-depot prices by the Dangote Refinery and fluctuations in international oil prices have pushed petrol prices above N1,200 per litre in several states, worsening the cost-of-living crisis. However, Nigeria is not on the list of nations with the highest fuel cost.

Across the continent, analysts say the situation highlights how vulnerable many African markets remain to global oil price movements. The current trend has pushed several nations into the category of African countries with the highest fuel prices.

Nigerian Tribune examines 10 African countries with the highest fuel prices in April 2026, according to data from GlobalPetrolPrices on the last day of April, 2026.

Malawi — N5,281 per litre

Malawi is currently the country with the highest fuel costs on the continent, with petrol priced at MWK 6,672 or approximately USD 3.83 (N5,281) per litre. This price is more than 200% higher than the world average, placing an extreme financial burden on citizens where a single tank of fuel can represent over 213% of the average monthly income

Central African Republic (CAR) — N3,064 per litre

The CAR ranked third at $2.229 per litre. The country is landlocked, politically fragile, and has no refining capacity, making it entirely dependent on costly overland imports of refined fuel.

Zimbabwe — N2,873 per litre

In late April 2026, Zimbabwe recorded a petrol price of approximately USD 2.08 (N2,873) per litre. This high cost remains a significant challenge for the local economy, where fuel prices often exceed the global average of USD 1.42 due to supply chain complexities and currency instability.

Sierra Leone — N2,794 per litre

Petrol prices in Sierra Leone reached SLL 35,000 or roughly USD 1.78 (N2,794) per litre by the end of April. This represents a sharp nearly 10% increase from just a month prior, as the country grapples with the rising costs of imported energy.

Botswana – N2,547 per litre

Petrol prices in Botswana have climbed significantly as the landlocked nation remains vulnerable to international market volatility. The cost reflects both the high expense of importing refined petroleum and recent adjustments in regional pricing structures.

Lesotho – N2,536 per litre

Similar to its neighbors, Lesotho faces elevated fuel costs that place a heavy burden on its domestic economy. The price point of ₦2,536 per litre is driven by the country’s complete reliance on imports and the rising costs of cross-border logistics.

South Africa – N2,379 per litre

By late April 2026, South African motorists were paying approximately N2,379 (ZAR 22.93) per litre for Octane-95 gasoline. This surge has been attributed to a weakened rand and international crude oil prices surpassing $100 per barrel due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Mali — N2,310 per litre

In Mali, the retail price for Octane-95 gasoline was recorded at 875 CFA Franc, or USD 1.56 (N2,310) per litre at the end of April. As a landlocked country with a regulated fuel market, Mali remains highly sensitive to regional logistics costs and international oil price shifts.

Morocco — N2,301 per litre

Morocco ranked among the top 10 African countries with the highest fuel prices. Motorists in Morocco saw petrol prices at MAD 15.49, equivalent to USD 1.67 (N2,301) per litre in April 2026. Prices have trended upward over the last quarter, reflecting a 27.7% increase since the beginning of the year as global market pressures impact the North African nation

Seychelles – N2,195 per litre

As an island nation with no domestic oil production, Seychelles is highly susceptible to global energy price spikes. The price of N2,195 per litre reflects the high costs of maritime fuel transportation and the lack of subsidies to cushion consumers from market shifts.

Zambia – N2,158 per litre

Zambia’s petrol prices reached roughly N2,158 per litre in April 2026, continuing an upward trend seen throughout the first quarter of the year. These high pump costs are largely influenced by international oil price movements and the continued depreciation of the local currency against the US dollar.

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LASG Fixes Dates For Public Service Exams, Releases CBT Guidelines

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11 hours ago

May 7, 2026

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The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education and the Lagos State Examinations Board, has released the timetable and guidelines for the 2026 Public Service Examinations.

In a statement by the Lagos State Government, the announcement, which aligns with a prior circular from the Head of Service with Ref No: CIR/HOS/’26/005 dated January 21, 2026, sets out key instructions for candidates preparing for the exercise.

The examinations will hold between Tuesday, May 12 and Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the Lagos State Public Service Staff Development Centre (PSSDC), Magodo, Lagos.

They include the Compulsory Examination for all cadres in the State Public Service, the Combined Confirmation/Promotion Examination for Clerical Officers II (CO II) and Clerical Assistants (CA), as well as the External Secretarial Examination.

According to the board, candidates are expected to begin printing their examination slips from Tuesday, May 5, 2026, through the official portal using their registration login details.

The slip will contain key information such as each candidate’s exam date and time.

“All candidates are required to present valid identification at the examination centre. Acceptable forms of identification include Staff Identity Cards, National Identification Number (NIN) slips, and Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) cards,” the statement said.

Candidates are also required to bring printed copies of their examination slips to the venue and must strictly follow the date and time allocated to them.

The board further advised candidates to acquaint themselves with basic computer skills ahead of the exercise, as the examinations will be conducted using a Computer-Based Test, CBT, format.

It also warned that dressing must be formal, adding that inappropriate dressing will not be allowed at the examination centre.

Candidates were urged to comply fully with all instructions to ensure a smooth and orderly process.

“The Lagos State Examinations Board urges all candidates to comply fully with these guidelines to ensure a smooth and orderly examination process,” the statement added.

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Lagos Shuts Pinnock Beach Estate, Other Properties Over Illegal Sewage Disposal

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11 hours ago

May 7, 2026

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The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office, LSWMO, has sealed Pinnock Beach Estate in Osapa London, Lekki, and other properties across the state over alleged illegal discharge of untreated sewage.

The enforcement operation was carried out on Thursday, May 7, 2026, following several warnings and abatement notices issued to the affected properties.

Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said Pinnock Beach Estate was sealed for allegedly pumping untreated sewage into a canal, causing environmental pollution, offensive odour and health risks to residents and aquatic life.

“After several warnings and abatement notices, the Lagos State Wastewater Management Office (LSWMO), on Thursday 7th May, 2026, sealed-off Pinnock Beach Estate, Osapa London, Lekki, Lagos, over deliberate discharge of untreated sewage via pumping machine into the canal causing environmental nuisance, offensive odour, as well as endangering human health and aquatic life,” the commissioner said.

The agency also shut a property at No. 28 Amodu Street, Itire, Surulere, after residents reportedly complained about the continuous discharge of raw sewage into a neighbouring compound and public drains.

LSWMO described the act as a serious environmental and health hazard.

Also affected by the exercise was a property located on Oladipo Dumoye Street, Mashy Hill Estate, Ado Road, Ajah, Eti-Osa area of Lagos.

According to the agency, the property was sealed for allegedly discharging untreated sewage into public drains, leading to pollution, drainage blockage and environmental nuisance.

Another affected property was Vintage Heights Estate on Ojulari Street, Elegushi, Lekki, Eti-Osa, which was accused of pumping untreated sewage into public drains and the surrounding environment.

The agency said the act contributed to offensive odour, pollution and blockage of drainage channels within the area.

The Lagos State Government reiterated the need for residents, estate managers and property owners to comply with proper wastewater management practices.

It warned that anyone found violating environmental regulations would face sanctions and possible prosecution in line with the law.

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[BREAKING] Ambassadorial Posting: Tinubu Redeploys Fani-Kayode

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20 hours ago

May 7, 2026

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President Bola Tinubu has approved the redeployment of Femi Fani-Kayode as ambassador designate to South Africa.

Fani-Kayode was redeployed to South Africa after he was reportedly rejected by the German government.

However, disclosing the current development in a post on X, Fani-Kayode claimed he rejected his initial position to Germany.

He equally claimed he was the one that opted for South Africa.

Fani-Kayode wrote: “It gives me pleasure to announce the fact that Mr. President has graciously approved my posting as Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to South Africa.

“This came a few days after the initial posting to Germany was announced and after I made a formal representation to the then Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, that I was not comfortable with Germany for a number of personal reasons and given the fact that I had lived in Europe most of my life I would prefer to go to South Africa which is a country that I had never been to and for which I have so much interest.

“I also expressed the fact that I would rather serve in a country that shares some of my convictions, beliefs and values when it comes to world affairs, that has the biggest economy in Africa, that has closer ties to Nigeria and that is more proximate to my political thinking when it comes to foreign affairs and a pan African vision.

“I therefore made an application for a redeployment to South Africa two days after the initial announcement was made and I am pleased to say that after the then Foreign Minister (H.E. Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar) heard my reasons he considered them favourably after which he conveyed the request to Mr. President who graciously approved it.”