Uganda monitors fuel vessel expected in Mombasa as it assures citizens of stable supply
By Ndiritu Wanjiru, April 15, 2026The government of Uganda has gone ahead to assure citizens that the supply of fuel in the country is stable and safe, even as the world market forces still affect the prices of the pumps.
The country’s Ministry of Energy, in a press statement on April 14, 2026, confirmed that another fuel shipment will dock at Mombasa Port on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
The ship is expected to carry around 119 million litres of petroleum, and this action is intended to reinforce the national stock and maintain a constant supply of fuel for the country.
“We are pleased to inform you that another fuel vessel is expected at Mombasa Port on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, delivering an additional 119 million litres of petrol. This shipment will further strengthen national fuel reserves and ensure continued availability across the country. Government, through Uganda National Oil Company and MEMD, continues to manage supply chains actively and maintain adequate stock levels to meet national demand,” Uganda’s Ministry of Energy noted.
The government, through the Uganda National Oil Company and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, stressed its intention to pursue active supply chain management and ensure sufficient stocks to support the increasing national demand.
Although the supply outlook would be stable, officials noted that the price of fuel at the pump is still vulnerable to the international market forces. Among the major reasons mentioned are the changes in the US dollar exchange rate and the current geopolitical tension between the United States, Israel, and Iran. These trends still pressure the world’s oil prices, and the downstream effects are on domestic fuel prices.
Uganda assures citizens to monitor pump prices
However, the government assured Ugandans that it closely monitors the pricing trends. Measures have been put in place to cushion consumers and keep fuel prices within manageable levels, even amid external shocks.
“Regarding pricing, the public is informed that 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,” Uganda’s Ministry of Energy added.
The government also encouraged people not to panic and buy items but to be calm, as the fuel supply in the country is adequate.
The announcement comes at a time when East African economies are grappling with rising energy costs, highlighting the delicate balance governments must maintain between the realities of global markets and the stability of their domestic economies.
Uganda’s assurance to its citizens comes as Kenya increased fuel prices for the April-May 2026 cycle. In a press release on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, EPRA said the new prices will be in force from April 15 to May 14, 2026.
However, the price of kerosene remains unchanged during the review period.