As energy costs continue to weigh on households and businesses across Africa, a handful of countries have managed to keep fuel prices among the lowest on the continent, offering their citizens some relief from inflationary pressures. Affordable fuel has broad economic implications, lowering transportation and logistics costs, supporting industrial production, and cushioning consumers from price shocks.
According to globalPetrolPrices.com, the global average price of gasoline in September 2025 stands at $1.28 per liter, slightly down from $1.29 in August. While some African markets saw increases, others experienced price stability or marginal declines.
Africa’s 10 Cheapest Fuel Markets – September 2025
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Libya – $0.03 per liter
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Algeria – $0.34 per liter
Algeria maintains low fuel costs thanks to state-controlled pricing and domestic oil production. -
Angola – $0.36 per liter
Supported by local refining and government price controls, Angola holds steady. -
Sudan – $0.46 per liter
Despite political and economic turmoil, fuel remains heavily subsidized. -
Egypt – $0.53 per liter
Prices ticked up slightly from last month, but subsidies keep Egypt among the lowest. -
Nigeria – $0.67 per liter
Africa’s biggest oil producer has seen a mild increase in pump prices after subsidy reforms. -
Ethiopia – $0.85 per liter
Fuel prices dipped marginally in September, easing pressure on consumers. -
Tunisia – $0.91 per liter
Small downward adjustments in September helped Tunisia maintain affordability. -
Liberia – $0.96 per liter
Liberia remains below the continental average, offering relative stability. -
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) – $0.99 per liter
Prices eased slightly, keeping the DRC within the top 10 cheapest markets.
Economic Ripple Effects
Lower fuel costs translate into cheaper transport for goods and commuters, reduced logistics overhead for companies, and a cushion against inflation. Farmers, traders, and manufacturers in these economies benefit from reduced input costs, allowing more investment in expansion and wages.
For governments, affordable fuel also eases subsidy burdens and frees up resources for infrastructure, healthcare, and education. At a regional level, competitive energy pricing strengthens industrial output, agro-processing, and trade competitiveness.
In contrast, countries with higher fuel prices continue to face rising food costs, transportation challenges, and inflationary pressures.
Source: Accra Street Journal
Last Updated on March 9, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu
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