The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has released its latest fuel price update, effective 20 May 2026. In a welcome relief for motorists and businesses across the country, maximum cap prices for both Diesel (50) and Blend (E20) remain steady, reflecting the impact of ongoing state interventions.
According to ZERA, the retail prices are capped as follows:
Latest Fuel Price Breakdown Diesel (50): ZWG 53.88 per litre OR US$ 2.09 per litre
Blend (E20): ZWG 53.74 per litre OR US$ 2.08 per litre
Key Takeaways for Motorists and Operators 1. Stability Amid Global Tensions ZERA noted that the caps have been kept unchanged due to deliberate government interventions. These policies are actively designed to cushion Zimbabwean consumers from volatile global oil trends driven by ongoing international geopolitical effects.
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The Current Blending Ratio The mandatory blending ratio for petrol remains firmly at E20 (20 percent ethanol and 80 percent unleaded petrol).
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Competitiveness is Encouraged While these are the maximum legally permitted figures, fuel station operators are fully permitted to sell products below the prescribed ZERA caps depending on their specific trading and competitive advantages. However, all service stations are strictly required by fuel pricing regulations to display their daily prices clearly in a prominent space on-site.
Verification Notice To avoid falling victim to speculative pricing or fake notices, stakeholders are advised that all official petroleum price releases by ZERA can be verified directly via their official website (www.zera.co.zw), Facebook page, or X (formerly Twitter) handle.