Uganda Assures Public of Stable Fuel Supply Despite Middle East Conflict
Government confirms sufficient stock levels and diversified import routes to maintain supply security
KAMPALA, March 30, 2026 – The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, together with the Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC), has reassured the public and key business partners that the country’s fuel supply remains secure and stable despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
The conflict has disrupted shipments passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint through which approximately 20 percent of global oil consumption transits, including supplies from the Middle East.
According to a joint press statement issued today, Uganda’s fuel stock levels as of March 27, 2026, remain sufficient to meet short-term national demand. Available stocks for distribution include 81 million litres of petrol, 80 million litres of diesel, and 18.5 million litres of Jet A-1 aviation fuel.
These volumes provide approximately 22 days of cover for petrol, 23 days for diesel, and 30 days for Jet A-1, taking the country through to the end of April 2026.
Additional Supplies on the Way
The Ministry, through UNOC, is scheduled to receive confirmed vessel deliveries from the end of March into April 2026, primarily at the Mombasa port. These shipments will be complemented by supplies through Tanzania, utilizing the multiple ports of Tanga, Dar-es-Salaam, and Mtwara to enhance supply security.
The expected additional quantities from the beginning of April amount to 195 million litres of petrol, 155 million litres of diesel, and 24 million litres of Jet A-1. This translates to an extra 52 days of cover for petrol, 44 days for diesel, and 39 days for Jet A-1.
Government Reassures Stakeholders
“We wish to reassure the key business partners including the transportation sector, aviation industry, the business community, and general public that Uganda’s fuel supply remains secure, stable, and continuous despite the ongoing Middle East conflict,” the statement read.
The guaranteed supply is facilitated by UNOC’s supply partner’s strong presence in alternative supply sources away from the currently troubled Middle East.
While supply remains stable, the Ministry, working alongside UNOC, will continue to monitor other parameters affecting pump prices, including foreign exchange rates and international market prices.
Warning Against Misinformation
The Government of Uganda reaffirmed its full commitment to safeguarding national energy security and ensuring a consistent and reliable supply of petroleum products across the country.
Officials also moved to clarify what they described as “misrepresentations being circulated on social media, which are not factual and seem to be biased to causing undue panic and potential exploitation.”
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