THE government plans to open alternative fuel import routes in response to rising global cost pressures and geopolitical disruptions linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This comes as the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (Zera) increased diesel prices from US$1,77 to US$2,05, while petrol has jumped from US$1,71 to US$2,17 — triggering fresh concerns…
Government seeks alternative fuel supply routes
The sustained increase in diesel consumption could point to greater utilisation of trucks, machinery and equipment in sectors such as mining, agriculture, construction and manufacturing.