'It is the worst possible news' - Parks

South African motorists are facing a major blow at the pumps, with fuel prices set to surge sharply on Wednesday.

goes up by R3.27 per litre, while diesel sees an even steeper jump of over R6 per litre.

The spike is being driven by higher global oil prices and a weaker rand, alongside adjustments to the levy.

Although government has extended fuel tax relief to cushion the impact, Cosatu Parliamentary Coordinator, Matthew Parks warns the increases will still hit consumers hard. #eNCA