Top 10 African countries with the lowest fuel prices at the start of 2025

Fuel prices across Africa are a tale of extremes. In some countries, people pay a premium for every litre, while others enjoy fuel at rock-bottom prices.

According to GlobalPetrolPrices, the Central African Republic tops the charts with fuel costing $1.718 per litre, followed by Senegal at $1.546 and Zimbabwe at $1.480 per litre.

In these countries, the high fuel cost reverberates through their economies, inflating transportation costs, food prices, and overall living expenses, disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable populations.

For some countries paying the highest prices, the absence of domestic oil production often forces reliance on imports, leaving them vulnerable to global market volatility and currency fluctuations.

These challenges frequently exacerbate already fragile economies, turning even minor increases in fuel prices into significant burdens for households and businesses alike.

In contrast, oil-rich nations such as Algeria, Libya, and Angola enjoy some of the lowest fuel prices in the world. These countries rely on government subsidies to keep fuel affordable, easing transportation and energy costs for their citizens.

Libya, for example, has some of the world’s lowest fuel prices due to extensive state subsidies that insulate its population from the full cost of production and distribution.

Similarly, Angola, a leading oil producer, maintains relatively low fuel prices despite its economic difficulties. The government’s control over the fuel market and investment in domestic refining capacity help stabilize costs, offering some relief to its citizens amidst broader economic challenges.