Fuel Price Relief: Chief Celebrates Economic Progress

The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has announced significant fuel price reductions across the board, with petrol dropping from K31.36 to K28 per litre, in a move that has been warmly welcomed by traditional leaders and citizens alike.

The ERB delivered the good news on Monday, with diesel falling from K24.12 to K23.13 per litre. Kerosene and Jet A-1 fuel also saw meaningful reductions, dropping to K21.98 and K23.94 per litre respectively.

ERB Board Chairperson James Banda highlighted that these cuts were achieved despite increased costs on international markets, crediting the successful implementation of the TAZAMA Open Access Framework launched in April.

Senior Chief Musokotwane, expressed genuine satisfaction with the reduction, viewing it as a natural outcome of sound economic management.

"With the economic adjustments we are experiencing, it is only natural that the reduction of fuel was going to happen," the traditional leader said, while encouraging unity in celebrating this achievement.

Chief Musokotwane, whose territory covers areas of Kazungula, Livingstone, Zimba and parts of Kalomo, urged the nation to embrace the price cuts as clear evidence of effective governance.

"When fuel becomes cheap, the average Zambian becomes happy," he said, encouraging all political stakeholders to focus on the tangible benefits for ordinary citizens rather than partisan divisions.

The fuel price adjustments, which took effect at midnight on 30th June 2025, are already generating optimism about reduced transport costs and lower prices for essential goods and services across the country.

Local political groups, including representatives from the Republican Progressive Party in Eastern Province, have praised the move as particularly beneficial for motorbike riders, taxi drivers and small-scale transporters who rely on affordable fuel for their livelihoods.

The government credits the price reductions to favourable international market trends, the strengthening of the kwacha, and enhanced efficiency in regional procurement mechanisms.

Most impressively, these cuts were achieved without requiring government subsidies, which officials say demonstrates exceptional economic stewardship during a period of broader economic transformation for the country.