Report suspected illegal fuel trading or unlawful petroleum supply activity in South Africa through a secure, structured channel.
What can be reported
Concerns may involve petroleum trading that appears inconsistent with licensing, source, tax, storage, transport or delivery requirements; suspicious supply arrangements; false claims about authority to trade; unexplained product provenance; or patterns suggesting illicit distribution.
Useful information for assessment
- Business or individual names and trading locations.
- Licence claims, licence numbers or representations made.
- Supplier and source information where known.
- Invoices, quotations, delivery notes or transport records.
- Vehicle, tanker, depot or storage details.
- Dates, quantities, pricing and payment information you lawfully possess.
Do not assume illegality from price alone
A low price can be a risk indicator but is not proof of unlawful conduct. Report the underlying facts that make the transaction or operator appear suspicious and distinguish what you know from what you suspect.
Read: Illicit Fuel Trading in South Africa – Red Flags and Risks →
Verify before you transact
Independent supplier and licence verification can reduce exposure to suspicious operators and unsupported claims.
Read: How to Verify a Petroleum Supplier in South Africa →
Related resources
- Petroleum Supplier Due Diligence Checklist
- Petroleum Licence Due Diligence Checklist
- Petroleum Evidence Preservation Checklist
- FWA Regulatory Resources
Report responsibly
Use only information and evidence you lawfully possess. Do not confront a suspected operator or expose yourself to danger to gather more evidence.