The fuel shortage in the
northern region has become a serious issue, reaching even the port city of
Nacala in Nampula province. On April 28, 2025, around midday, almost all fuel stations had run dry.
In the 1L neighborhood, where fuel was still available, the price had reached
200 meticais per liter.
A few hours later, one
station resumed supply, but long queues quickly formed and didn’t ease, as
people communicated and rushed to get fuel. Some individuals brought jerrycans
to stock up and later resell the fuel at high prices in their neighborhoods.
By 7 p.m. that day, vehicles
and motorbikes were still lining up at fuel stations. The situation remains
unchanged only one station is currently operating, while the others across the
city are still without fuel.
On April 29, 2025, the
station located at the Juma market is the only one supplying fuel to the entire
city.
The refueling system has
changed, jerrycans are no longer allowed only vehicles and motorbikes can be
served. This new measure aims to meet the needs of all customers, with separate
queues for cars and motorcycles.
After waiting for hours, the
large group of people with jerrycans became frustrated and attempted to disrupt
the service, claiming it was unfair to wait so long and not be served.
Taxi drivers have already
raised their fares, and the number of taxis at usual stands has decreased.
With the restriction on
refueling jerrycans, informal fuel resellers in the neighborhoods have been
left without business for the time being. (BP)
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