Government has reassured Ugandans that the country’s fuel stocks remain stable with additional deliveries expected in a few weeks to boost the fuel stocks and ensure supply of fuel.
In a joint statement released by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and Uganda National Oil Company on Tuesday, noted that the incoming deliveries will strengthen nationwide supply.
“This assurance follows routine monitoring of national fuel stocks and supply chains, which confirms that the country continues to maintain an adequate supply chain of the bulk petroleum products, supported by sustained replenishments through regional supply routes” the statement read.
The authorities noted that as of 20th April 2026, the country had 70.5 million litres of Petrol which will last the country for 19 days, 43.2 million litres of Diesel which last 12 days and 32.0 million litres of Jet Fuel which will cover 53 days.
The ministry noted that the stocks will be complimented by shipments expected to be delivered from May 1st to June, to the main receiving port in Mombasa and the various port options being utilized in Tanzania.
“The deliveries will add 183 million litres of petrol to cover an additional 49 days, 258 million litres of diesel for an additional 74 days and 23 million litres of Jet Fuel for an additional 37 days cover” the statement read.
The energy ministry noted that it’s working in close coordination with licensed Oil Marketing Companies, and regional supply partners through UNOC to continue actively supporting the logistical operations that will ensure that these volumes are received and distributed into the Country.
The ministry further warned fuel stations against increasing the pump prices.
“While pump prices may experience fluctuations due to external factors such as global oil market dynamics, exchange rate movements, and geopolitical developments, the government continues to closely monitor the situation to ensure prices remain within manageable levels” the statement read.
