# The South African National Taxi Council says taxi fare increases are unavoidable following a sharp rise in fuel prices. Commuters across South Africa are now paying more as operators adjust fares to cover rising costs. Spokesperson Rebecca Phala says increases vary between associations, with local hikes ranging from two-rand to six-rand. She says operators must balance affordability with sustainability, warning that further increases later in the year remain possible due to ongoing global fuel price uncertainty.
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