Government Cuts Diesel Regulatory Margin by GH¢2 to Cushion Consumers
The government has announced a temporary reduction of the regulatory margin on diesel by GH¢2.00 per litre, in a move aimed at easing pressure on consumers and preventing further increases in transport fares.
The directive, issued by President John Dramani Mahama, follows a decision by Cabinet and mirrors a similar intervention implemented in April 2026.
According to a statement signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, the reduction will take effect from Tuesday, August 4, 2026, and will remain in force for one month unless reviewed by the government.
The statement said the intervention is intended to “cushion consumers, prevent transport fare hikes, contain inflationary pressures, and mitigate the pass-through effect of higher fuel prices on the cost of living.”
The government explained that it will continue to monitor developments in the international energy market and introduce additional measures where necessary to protect consumers and support ongoing economic recovery efforts.
The announcement comes amid concerns over frequent adjustments in fuel prices at the pumps, with motorists and transport operators closely monitoring changes in the global energy market, exchange rate movements, and domestic pricing factors.
The temporary reduction in the diesel regulatory margin is expected to provide some relief to businesses and households that have faced rising operational and living costs due to changes in fuel prices.
