Senegal Increases Fuel Prices Amid Global Oil Surge
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Senegal has raised the prices of gasoline and diesel effective August 15, 2026, due to a significant increase in global oil prices caused by geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East. The liter of gasoline now costs 990 CFA francs, up from 755 CFA francs, while diesel is 755 CFA francs, up from 680 CFA francs. The government has been subsidizing fuel prices to protect consumers but finds the current subsidy level unsustainable for public finances. The price increase is estimated to reduce the budgetary burden by approximately 9.7 billion CFA francs per month while keeping Senegalese prices competitive in West Africa.
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