By Nasir Lubwama.
The Government has assured the country of stable fuel supply, saying current stocks and incoming deliveries are sufficient to meet national demand.
In a statement issued on April 21 by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and the Uganda National Oil Company, officials said Uganda’s fuel supply remains stable, sufficient and well managed following routine monitoring of stock levels and supply chains.
As of April 20, available stocks stood at 70.5 million litres of petrol, covering 19 days, 43.2 million litres of dieselcovering 12 days, and 32 million litres of jet fuel, equivalent to 53 days of cover.
Government said these levels are within operational thresholds and will be boosted by confirmed shipments already in transit through Mombasa and Tanzanian ports.
Between May and June, the country expects an additional 183 million litres of petrol, 258 million litres of diesel, and 23 million litres of jet fuel, further strengthening supply.
The Ministry said it is working with UNOC, licensed oil marketing companies and regional partners to ensure timely delivery and distribution of the fuel across the country.
Officials, however, acknowledged that some retail stations have occasionally run out of fuel, attributing this to logistical challenges affecting individual oil marketing companies within the supply chain.
There have also been reports of rising pump prices in border areas such as Arua and Tororo, driven largely by increased cross-border demand. Government said oil marketing companies have been engaged where unjustified price increases have been noted.
The Ministry noted that fuel prices may fluctuate due to global oil market trends, exchange rate movements and geopolitical factors, but said the situation is being closely monitored to keep prices within manageable levels.
The public has been advised to remain calm and avoid panic buying, with government maintaining there is no cause for concern over fuel availability.
Authorities say they remain committed to ensuring energy security, market stability and clear communication on fuel supply across the country
