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South Africa: Extend the Fuel Levy Relief – Fund It Using Surpluses From Dodgy SOEs
[DA] The DA will press the Finance Minister to make the logical decision to continue fuel levy relief for at least one more month using government and parliamentary processes.
Namibia: Local Suppliers Empowered Through Upstream Oil, Gas Workshop
[New Era] Petrofund recently hosted a local suppliers' workshop for upstream oil and gas in Windhoek.
Uganda: Unoc’s Otoa Says Govt Prepared to Cushion Supply As Fuel Crisis Bites
[Nile Post] Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) Chief Corporate Affairs official Otoa has said that Uganda is well prepared to manage the current fuel situation despite rising pump prices and reports of shortages in parts of the country.
Rwanda: Park-and-Ride – A Smart Response to Rising Fuel Costs and a Greener Kigali
[New Times] The roll out of park-and-ride facilities, with Gahanga now added to the network, is a timely and commendable intervention. At a moment when fuel prices continue to strain household budgets and business operations, this initiative offers a practical, forward-looking solution that aligns economic necessity with environmental responsibility.
Rwanda: What Drivers Should Know Before Choosing Electric or Fuel
[New Times] Users of electric vehicles (EVs) are reporting lower operating costs compared to those using fuel-powered cars, as Rwanda grapples with rising fuel prices.
Ghana: Ghana’s Fuel Payment Strategy Works for Now – How to Fix Longer Term Problems
[The Conversation Africa] Ghana introduced a new payment arrangement for petroleum imports in 2023, using gold instead of scarce US dollars. The policy was designed to ease pressure on the cedi by reducing the need for upfront dollar purchases to settle fuel import bills.
Uganda: Oil Companies Deny Govt Claims of Fuel Hoarding, Hiking Prices
[Nile Post] Ugandan oil marketing companies have dismissed claims by government that they are involved in fuel hoarding and charging exorbitant prices to take advantage of the current situation.
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery’s Jet Fuel Export Surges 770% in 2 Years Amid Rising Global Demand
[This Day] NNPC lists achievements, says crude oil trading raised to 5-year high
Nigeria: Brent Hits $105.7 On Fifth Day of Gains As Supply Fears Persist – WtTIDips to $94.7
[Leadership] Brent crude futures traded around $105.7 per barrel on Friday, officials and market analysts reported, marking a fifth straight session of gains and bringing the weekly advance to roughly 17 per cent as supply concerns remained elevated.
Nigeria: Oyedele, Keyamo Move to Cut Aviation Fuel Costs, Support Airlines
[This Day] ·Air Peace reduces Abuja-London flights to three times per week over fuel scarcity