Summary
South Sudan and Mauritius have started limiting electricity use due to a fuel shortage caused by the conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran. This shortage is impacting several African countries, prompting them to seek alternative fuel sources to maintain energy supplies. The situation has resulted in power rationing and increased fuel prices, affecting local economies and prompting measures across the region.
Key Facts
- South Sudan is rationing electricity in its capital, Juba, due to the fuel crisis linked to the Iran conflict.
- Mauritius is facing an energy emergency as a delayed oil shipment left it with only 21 days of fuel stock.
- Zimbabwe plans to increase ethanol in petrol to stretch fuel supplies and reduce some fuel import taxes.
- Fuel prices in Zimbabwe have increased by 40% in less than a month.
- Kenya is dealing with fuel supply issues as 20% of petrol stations report shortages due to panic buying.
- Uganda's government is working to ensure sufficient fuel supplies amid shortage reports.
- South Africa states its fuel supply is currently stable but warns that prolonged conflict could impact future availability and prices.
