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Fuel prices in Zambia are reported in Zambian Kwacha (K) and currently stand at K32.14 per litre of petrol and K27.38 per litre of diesel, as of May 2025. In US Dollars, the price is $1.16 per litre, which is slightly lower than the worldwide average of $1.21 per litre.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Current gasoline price per liter | ZMW 28.00 or USD 1.16 |
| Average world price of gasoline per liter | USD 1.21 |
| Average gasoline price from 27 July 2015 to 7 July 2025 | ZMW 19.54 |
| Minimum gasoline price on 27 July 2015 | ZMW 9.87 |
| Maximum gasoline price on 29 April 2024 | ZMW 35.56 |
| Petrol price per liter in April 2025 | K34.98 |
| Petrol price per liter in May 2025 | K32.14 |
| Diesel price per liter in April 2025 | K30.23 |
| Diesel price per liter in May 2025 | K27.38 |
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What You'll Learn
Fuel prices in USD
As of July 7, 2025, the price of gasoline in Zambia was ZMW 28.00 per liter, equivalent to USD 1.16 per liter. This is slightly lower than the global average gasoline price of USD 1.21 per liter.
To provide some context, the price of gasoline in Zambia has fluctuated over the past decade. Between July 2015 and July 2025, the average price was ZMW 19.54 per liter, with a minimum of ZMW 9.87 in July 2015 and a maximum of ZMW 35.56 in April 2024.
Looking at more recent data, in April 2025, petrol cost K34.98 per liter, while diesel was K30.23 per liter. The following month, in May 2025, the prices decreased to K32.14 for petrol and K27.38 for diesel.
While these prices are given in Kwacha (K), the currency of Zambia, they can be converted into US dollars (USD) to facilitate comparisons with global prices and for the convenience of international travelers.
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Fuel prices in Kwacha
As of July 2025, the price of gasoline in Zambia is ZMW 28.00 per litre, which equates to approximately USD 1.16 per litre. This is a slight decrease from April 2025, when the price was recorded at K34.98 per litre.
To provide some context, the average price of gasoline in Zambia from July 2015 to July 2025 was ZMW 19.54 per litre. During this period, the price fluctuated, with a minimum of ZMW 9.87 recorded in July 2015 and a maximum of ZMW 35.56 in April 2024.
When compared to international prices, Zambian fuel prices are relatively low. As of July 2025, the global average price of gasoline was USD 1.21 per litre, slightly higher than Zambia's price of USD 1.16.
It is worth noting that diesel fuel prices in Zambia have also experienced a decrease. In April 2025, diesel cost K30.23 per litre, but by May 2025, the price had dropped to K27.38 per litre. These prices are presented in Kwacha, the official currency of Zambia, denoted by the ISO code ZMW or the symbol K before the amount.
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Cost of diesel
The cost of diesel fuel in Zambia has been fluctuating over the past few years. As of May 2025, the national average price for diesel was K27.38 per litre, a decrease from K30.23 per litre in April 2025. This price drop indicates a general downward trend in fuel prices during that period.
When converted to USD, the cost of diesel in Zambia stands at approximately USD 1.12 per litre as of May 2025. This price is relatively lower than the global average price of diesel, which is usually higher than gasoline prices.
Historically, diesel prices in Zambia have experienced variations, with a recorded maximum price of ZMW 35.56 per litre in April 2024. This price point stands as the highest recorded rate in the considered timeframe, indicating a subsequent decline in prices leading up to May 2025.
It's worth noting that fuel prices in Zambia are regulated by the government, which may result in periods of price stability or controlled adjustments. The government's intervention in fuel pricing can lead to extended periods of stable rates, followed by more gradual increases or decreases.
While the cost of diesel in Zambia has seen some volatility, the prices generally remain within a manageable range for consumers. However, global market conditions, oil prices, and other economic factors can influence diesel prices in the country, leading to potential shifts in the future.
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Cost of petrol
As of May 2025, the cost of petrol in Zambia was K32.14 per litre. This is a decrease from the previous month, April 2025, when the price was K34.98 per litre. To give some context to these figures, the average price of petrol in Zambia between 27 July 2015 and 7 July 2025 was ZMW 19.54 per litre, with a minimum of ZMW 9.87 on 27 July 2015 and a maximum of ZMW 35.56 on 29 April 2024. When converted to USD, the cost of petrol in Zambia as of July 2025 is USD 1.16 per litre, slightly lower than the global average of USD 1.21 per litre.
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Historical fuel prices
As of July 7, 2025, the price of gasoline in Zambia is ZMW 28.00 per liter or USD 1.16 per liter. The average price of gasoline worldwide is USD 1.21 per liter.
As of May 2025, the national average fuel prices decreased compared to April 2025. Petrol prices dropped from K34.98 per liter in April 2025 to K32.14 per liter in May 2025. Diesel prices also decreased during this period, falling from K30.23 per liter to K27.38 per liter.
Between July 27, 2015, and July 7, 2025, Zambia's average gasoline price was ZMW 19.54 per liter. The price fluctuated during this period, with a minimum of ZMW 9.87 recorded on July 27, 2015, and a maximum of ZMW 35.56 on April 29, 2024.
These data on historical fuel prices in Zambia indicate periods of both increase and decrease in fuel costs over time, influenced by various factors such as global market trends, local demand and supply dynamics, and governmental interventions.
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Frequently asked questions
The price of gasoline in Zambia as of July 7, 2025, is ZMW 28.00 per liter or USD 1.16 per liter.
The national average fuel price in May 2025 was K32.14 per litre for petrol and K27.38 per litre for diesel.
In April 2025, the price of petrol was K34.98 per litre.
The average price of gasoline in Zambia from July 2015 to July 2025 was ZMW 19.54 per litre, while the global average price is USD 1.21 per litre.
On April 29, 2024, the price of gasoline peaked at ZMW 35.56 per litre.
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