The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa (FIASA) is an association focused on the operations, continuation, and success of the petroleum industry in South Africa.
The association was founded in 1994 under the guidance of former president Nelson Mandela to represent the collective interests of the South African liquid fuels industry and to usher South Africa’s vital liquid fuels industry into a new democratic era.
The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa emerged from the South African Petroleum Industry Association (SAPIA), marking a strategic evolution.
The name change was adopted in July 2024, to reflect a transition to efficient and environmentally friendly liquid fuels that are helping to reduce emissions while propelling South Africa forward.
The Association plays a strategic role in addressing common issues related to the production, distribution, and marketing of fuel products. FIASA is committed to promoting environmental progress and inclusive socio-economic growth within the industry.
The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa achieves this by actively engaging with key stakeholders, providing research and expert advice, and communicating the industry’s views to the government, the public, and the media.
The Association champions the interests of the South African fuels industry, representing a diverse range of energy sources that power transportation.
Vision
To be a leading and reputable advocate for the South African fuels industry.
Mission
To build collaborative partnerships within the fuels industry, promoting sustainability and responsible fuels solutions
Values
- Partnership
- Integrity
- Transparency
- Safety
- Sustainability
- Inclusivity
Objectives
The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa’s goals are to:
- Providing leadership on industry sustainability issues
- Ensuring a continuous supply of fuels; Engage in dialogue and advocacy
- Promote a fair regulatory framework for all
- Build economic inclusion through Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment
Strategic Initiatives
The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa focuses on five identified strategic areas to deliver on its mandate in the most effective way.
- Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment
- Fuel Price Regulation
- Liquefied Petroleum Gas Regulation
- Sustainability
- Security of Supply
Operations
As of 2022, collectively, FIASA members contribute 3% to South Africa’s GDP. The country’s liquid fuel demand exceeds refinery production, making it a net importer. FIASA members supply 17% of South Africa’s primary energy needs through annual sales of 24.5 billion liters of liquid fuels.
Combined, FIASA members serve 5,500 fuel stations around South Africa, 5 international airports, and commercial and industrial customers. The organization’s members operate 4 refineries – 3 for crude oil and 1 for coal-to-liquid and gas-to-liquid fuels.
One of FIASA’s goals is to ensure that all interested parties clearly understand the contribution that the petroleum industry makes to the economic and social development of South Africa.
The organization is managed by a board with representation from each of the member companies.
The FIASA website provides information as to how fuel prices in South Africa are determined (many liquid fuels in South Africa are subject to price controls). The site also has information on the demand for liquid fuel in South Africa.
Members
Members of the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa (FIASA) are all key petroleum companies in South Africa. As of 2025, the association has ten members listed below:
- Astron Energy (formerly Caltex)
- BP
- Engen Petroleum
- PetroSA
- Prax Group
- Puma Energy
- Sasol
- Shell
- Total
- Vopak
Zenex Oil used to be a member, and later formed part of Engen.
Office Bearers/Management
Chairperson
- Seelan Naidoo (Engen)
Deputy Chairperson
- Dumisani Bengu (Sasol Oil)
Board of Governors
The Board of Governors consists of representatives from member companies – the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson rotate once every two years.
Seelan Naidoo, Chief Executive Officer of Engen Petroleum Limited is the Chairperson of the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa for the year 2024–2025. He is the 26th industry leader to chair the association since its establishment in July 1994.
The Board of Governors convene at least four times per year and more often should circumstances require it.
The primary function of the Board is to identify key issues facing the industry, agree on solutions in respect of each issue and ensure that resources are available to address the matters at hand.
Below are the members on the Board of Governors;
- Seelan Naidoo – Chairperson of FIASA (Engen)
- Dumisani Bengu – Vice Chairperson of FIASA (Sasol Oil)
- Thabiet Booley (Astron Energy)
- Taelo Mojapelo (BP Southern Africa)
- Nona Chili (Makwande Energy)
- Pam Indurjeeth (Oryx Gas SA)
- Nomusa Dlamini (Prax SA)
- Tumelo Ramalebana (Puma Energy SA)
- Aluwani Museisi (Shell Downstream)
- Olagoke Aluko (TotalEnergies)
- Oliver Naidu (Vopak South Africa)
Chief Executive Officer
- Avhapfani Tshifularo
Senior Management
- Nkhensani Lokwe (Office Manager)
- Xoliswa Macingwane (Head of Economic Regulation)
- Fatima Shaik (Head of Health, Safety, Security and Environment)
- Siganeko Magafela (Head: Security of Supply)
Communications Officers
- Phila Mzamo (Head Communication)
Contact Details
The contact details of the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa (FIASA) are listed in the table below.
| Physical Address: | Grayston Ridge Office Park, 144 Katherine Street, Building B Ground Floor, Sandton, 2196, South Africa |
| Postal Address: | P.O. Box 783482, Sandton, 2146, South Africa |
| Telephone: | 011 783 7664 |
| Email: | – reception@fuelsindustry.org.za – communication@fuelsindustry.org.za (Media Queries) – secretariat@fuelsindustry.org.za (Administrative Queries) |
| Website: | www.fuelsindustry.org.za |
