By Gift Chiponde
Minister of Energy, Ibrahim Matola, has said fuel scarcity in Malawi is expected to improve with the arrival of a vessel carrying 51 million litres of petroleum products from Tanga in Tanzania.
Speaking after inspecting the vessel, the Minister said the shipment would significantly help reduce the fuel crisis.
According to Matola, all processes have been finalised, and the products’ transfer will begin on Saturday.
He anticipated that fuel would arrive in Malawi on Thursday next week.
Matola commended President Dr Lazarus Chakwera’s decision to shift procurement from an open tender to a government-to-government arrangement, which enabled the purchase of the 51 million litres.
“The vessel is already in the process of discharging the product,” said Matola.
National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Meklas Reuben, stated that they will ensure smooth operations as the appointed agent for managing the government-to-government arrangement.
“This development offers hope to Malawians who have been struggling with fuel shortages that have disrupted transportation, commerce, and daily life,” Reuben stated.
