Online Reporter
Ivan Zhakata
Herald Correspondent
The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has set the maximum retail price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for June 2026 at US$1,96 per kilogramme, while the local currency price has been pegged at ZWG52,60 per kilogramme.
In a statement, ZERA said the prices were calculated in accordance with the Petroleum (Liquid Petroleum Gas Pricing) Regulations, Statutory Instrument 90 of 2021.
“Stakeholders are advised that the LPG prices for June 2026 calculated according to the Petroleum (Liquid Petroleum Gas Pricing) Regulations 90 of 2021 are as follows: US$ price/kg – 1,96 and ZWG price/kg – 52,60,” read the statement.
The energy regulator said LPG operators are required to display the prescribed prices prominently at their retail outlets to ensure transparency and consumer awareness.
“Operators are advised to display the prices at their retail outlets at a prominent place in clearly legible letters,” read the statement.
The authority, however, said operators may charge lower prices than the prescribed maximum levels depending on their commercial advantages.
“Please note that it is permissible to sell LPG at prices below the prescribed prices depending on one’s trading advantages,” reads the statement.
The latest pricing announcement comes as authorities continue to monitor developments in the petroleum sector and ensure compliance with regulations governing the pricing and sale of fuel products across the country.
ZERA urged stakeholders and members of the public to verify petroleum price announcements through its official communication platforms.
“Stakeholders are advised that the petroleum price releases by ZERA can be verified on the official ZERA website, Facebook, or Twitter handle,” read the statement.
The monthly LPG price review is part of ZERA’s mandate to regulate the energy sector and promote fair pricing practices while safeguarding consumer interests.
