Diesel consumption hits 1.2 billion litres

Zimbabwe consumed 1.2 billion litres of diesel in the first nine months of 2026, reflecting increased economic activity across mining, agriculture, tourism and other productive sectors.

Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) chief executive officer Edington Mazambani said rising demand for diesel reflected the fuel’s critical role in powering key industries, with consumption expected to surpass the levels recorded in 2025.

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