The Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) Chief Corporate Affairs Mr. Tony Otoa, has revealed that the country is set to receive an additional 119 million litres of petrol to ensure the country isn’t affected by the rising pump prices that have affected neighbouring countries and ensure petroleum products across the country remain stable and secure.
Mr Otoa in a statement released on Tuesday revealed that the shipment will further strengthen national fuel reserves and ensure continued availability across the country.
“We are pleased to inform you that another fuel vessel is expected at Mombasa Port on Wednesday, 15th April 2026, delivering an additional 119 million litres of petrol” he said.
Otoa noted that Government, through UNOC and Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD), continues to actively manage supply chains and maintain adequate stock levels to meet national demand.
Otoa further noted that the current pump prices are influenced by global market dynamics, including ongoing geopolitical developments such as the dollar rate and the conflict involving the United States – Israel and Iran.
“These external factors continue to impact international oil prices. However, Government wishes to assure all Ugandans that pricing trends are being closely monitored, and measures are in place to ensure that fuel prices remain within reasonable and manageable levels” he said.
The vessel, which is part of an ongoing supply agreement with Vitol Bahrain E.C., is scheduled to dock today at the Kipevu oil terminal in Mombasa, Kenya.
This delivery is the latest phase in an aggressive April importation plan that includes 283 million liters of petrol, 180 million liters of diesel, and 25 million liters of Jet-A1 fuel.
