1 min readBy Michael Marchant
OPEN SECRETS: PetroSA’s rehabilitation fund shortfall is a ticking timebomb
By Michael MarchantSouth Africa
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As PetroSA faces liquidation proceedings, the huge shortfall in funds to resolve its longstanding decommissioning liability is the elephant in the room. Due to delays in the implementation of up-to-date regulations, and politicians and executives seeming to turn a blind eye, the public may end up footing a multibillion-rand bill.
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- Length
- 50 words · 1 min read
- Published
- October 12, 2026
- Byline
- Michael Marchant
- Source
- Daily Maverick