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A Neighbor's Debate Is Fuel Zero-Rated or Just Hidden?

Hi everyone,

I had a very spirited debate with my neighbor over the weekend while we were washing our cars. He’s convinced that we are paying a massive amount of tax at the pump, but I remember reading something about fuel being zero-rated for certain taxes.

To keep our neighborhood chat established and factual, I’m trying to find out the truth about VAT on petrol South Africa. Is it actually added at the final point of sale, or is it handled earlier in the supply chain?

I want to stay informed and professional when discussing these economic vibes with my friends and colleagues.

Thanks in advance.