Uganda’s fuel supply remains stable despite disruptions in global oil shipments caused by tensions in the Middle East, according to a joint statement by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC).

The government clarified that the ongoing crisis has affected shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, a key corridor responsible for transporting nearly 20% of the world’s petroleum supplies. However, officials emphasized that Uganda’s fuel reserves and supply chain remain intact.

As of March 27, 2026, Uganda had approximately 81 million litres of petrol, 80 million litres of diesel, and 18.5 million litres of Jet A-1 fuel in stock. These reserves are sufficient to sustain national demand for some weeks, with petrol expected to last 22 days, diesel 23 days, and Jet A-1 up to 30 days.

Authorities further revealed that additional fuel shipments are already scheduled, with deliveries expected through Kenya’s Mombasa Port and alternative routes in Tanzania, including Dar es Salaam, Tanga, and Mtwara. These routes are part of a broader strategy to safeguard Uganda’s energy security amid global uncertainties.

The incoming shipments are projected to significantly boost national reserves, adding millions of litres of petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel, and extending supply coverage well into the coming months.

Officials reassured the public and key sectors, including transport, aviation, and business, that fuel availability remains secure and uninterrupted. They also highlighted Uganda’s diversified sourcing strategy, which reduces reliance on the Middle East.

However, the government cautioned that fuel pump prices may still fluctuate due to global oil price volatility and foreign exchange movements.

The statement also addressed widespread misinformation circulating on social media, dismissing claims of an imminent fuel shortage as false and urging the public to avoid panic buying.

Uganda reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a reliable fuel supply and ensuring national energy security despite ongoing global market disruptions.