fuel costs
-
Fiji urged to boost fuel security and fast-track renewables to curb imported inflation as oil prices climb
Rising global fuel prices could ripple through Fiji’s economy far beyond shortages, threatening inflation and household purchasing power. A senior former minister warns that quick reforms—stronger fuel reserves, diversified imports, and a faster shift to renewables—could blunt the impact and shield everyday costs.
-
Fiji urges households to curb electricity use as fuel-price surge strains Energy Fiji Limited
Energy prices are surging worldwide, putting Fiji’s power system under pressure. EFL is urging households and businesses to cut energy use now as costs rise and demand grows, while pushing ahead with renewables to reduce dependence on imported fuel. The short-term impact on bills and the grid is unfolding.
-
Fiji Development Bank Rolls Out Targeted Relief for Bus Operators as Fuel Costs Jump 35%
With fuel prices surging on global tensions, a local development bank is rolling out contingency plans to shield critical transport and service operators. It’s weighing targeted relief—such as loan tweaks and temporary payment pauses—for those most exposed to the spike.
-
Fuel surge threatens Fiji’s Rewa Delta lifeline boat services as fares stay frozen
Fuel costs surge while fares stay frozen, pushing Nasali Landing’s small boat operators to the edge. With earnings squeezed and no immediate relief in sight, the Delta’s crucial water transport could be at risk.
-
Fiji faces fuel-price hike as Labasa Chamber urges awareness drive before budget
Fuel prices in Fiji may spike in the coming weeks, threatening household budgets across Labasa. Community leaders urge early planning—carpooling, using more public transport, and a shift to local food—to blunt the hit, while businesses brace for higher costs and policymakers weigh relief in the looming budget.
-
Fiji petrol set to rise about 25c per litre to around $2.70 by May 1, 2026 as global oil rally hits local prices
Fiji could see petrol prices edge higher in coming weeks as global oil markets react to ongoing tensions. A leading economist warns households may feel the pinch first, with broader inflation risks if disruptions persist. The discussion also highlights the push toward renewables to reduce exposure to fuel shocks.
-
Fiji petrol set to rise about 25c per litre by May as Middle East tensions push global oil prices higher
Rising Middle East tensions could lift global oil prices and push Fiji’s petrol higher—potentially about 25 cents per litre over the next couple of months. Expect spillovers into aviation fuel and travel costs as markets adjust to the evolving price landscape.