Uganda's direct fuel imports from Vitol Bahrain failed to lower Kampala's fuel prices, making them the costliest in East Africa.
Uganda's direct fuel imports from Vitol Bahrain did not lower fuel prices in Kampala, despite expectations, making it the city with the costliest fuel in East Africa. Diesel prices increased to $1.38/litre and petrol to $1.47, surpassing Nairobi's fuel costs. Uganda's National Oil Company signed a five-year import deal with Vitol Bahrain, but higher logistics and pipeline costs negated the expected price reduction.
July 20, 2024
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