The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has set new maximum retail prices for diesel and petrol blend, effective September 17, 2026.
In a fuel price notice, ZERA said the new diesel price is pegged at ZWG55.57 per litre, while the E20 blend is priced at ZWG54.97 per litre.
“Please be advised of the fuel prices for diesel and blend effective 17 September 2026. The prices are as follows: Diesel (50), ZWG55.57 per litre and US$2.08 per litre, while Blend (E20) is ZWG54.97 per litre and US$2.06 per litre,” ZERA said.
The regulator said it would continue monitoring developments in the fuel sector and reviewing the prescribed prices as conditions evolve.
“ZERA will maintain continuous monitoring and review, as Government interventions remain in place to mitigate the impact of global geopolitical developments on consumers,” the authority said.
The latest prices come against the backdrop of continued volatility in international energy markets, where geopolitical developments can influence crude oil prices, petroleum supply and associated costs.
ZERA also reminded the public and fuel operators that the prescribed blending ratio for petrol remains at E20.
“The public and operators are advised that the blending ratio is at E20,” ZERA said.
Under the E20 specification, the petrol blend contains 20% ethanol, with the remainder being conventional gasoline.
ZERA further clarified that the prices announced are maximum prescribed retail prices, meaning fuel operators are permitted to sell below the stipulated levels where their trading conditions allow.
“Operators may sell the petroleum products below the prescribed prices depending on their trading advantages,” ZERA said.
The authority also directed operators to ensure that their prices are clearly displayed at service stations in line with existing fuel pricing regulations.
“They should display prices in a prominent place as provided for by the fuel pricing regulations,” ZERA said.
The regulator’s continued review of fuel prices is part of measures to respond to changing international and domestic market conditions while Government interventions seek to cushion consumers from the effects of global geopolitical developments.
