April 2026 Diesel prices across Africa remain sharply uneven, reflecting differences in domestic production capacity, subsidy policies, and exposure to global oil markets.
Countries with strong hydrocarbon reserves or government-controlled pricing structures continue to maintain significantly lower pump prices, while import-dependent economies face elevated costs driven by global volatility.
Data compiled in mid-April 2026 shows that the continent’s cheapest diesel markets are concentrated in North Africa and select parts of Central Africa.
These countries benefit from a combination of state subsidies, refining capacity, and currency advantages, keeping prices well below the global average of approximately $1.60 per litre.Cheapest Diesel Prices in Africa (April 2026)
1. Libya — $0.024 per litreMaintains the lowest diesel price globally, supported by extensive fuel subsidies.
2. Algeria — $0.24 per litre
3. Egypt — $0.39 per litre
4. Angola — $0.436 per litreSustained by domestic oil production and controlled pricing mechanisms.
5. Sudan — $0.656 per litre
6. Tunisia — $0.765 per litre
7. Gabon — $1.026 per litre
8. Ethiopia — $1.041 per litre
9. Democratic Republic of the Congo — $1.052 per litre
10. Niger — $1.104 per litrePricing stability influenced by regulated markets and CFA franc structure.
The disparity becomes more pronounced when compared with higher-cost markets such as Malawi, Zimbabwe, and the Central African Republic, where diesel prices exceed $2 per litre due to heavy reliance on imports and limited subsidy frameworks.
Global oil supply risks, including geopolitical tensions affecting key shipping routes, continue to shape fuel pricing trends. However, structural advantages particularly in oil-producing nations ensure that North Africa remains dominant in the lowest-price tier.
The April 2026 ranking reinforces an established pattern: countries with direct access to crude resources and active government intervention consistently offer the most affordable diesel across the continent.
