African nations are introducing emergency energy measures as fuel shortages disrupt supplies, driving inflation and straining households and businesses.
In South Sudan, electricity is being rationed in Juba, with scheduled outages introduced to manage limited fuel-dependent power generation capacity.
Mauritius has imposed consumption limits after delayed shipments reduced reserves to critical levels, prompting costly alternative fuel sourcing to stabilize supply.
Zimbabwe is increasing ethanol blending in petrol to 20% and cutting import taxes, aiming to ease rapid fuel price increases.
Ethiopia has ordered suppliers to prioritise essential sectors, including public transport and key industries, while restricting broader fuel access to conserve reserves.
Kenya faces intermittent shortages, with panic buying and logistics disruptions affecting supply, alongside mounting losses in its flower export industry.
Rising transport and fuel costs are squeezing small businesses, with vendors reporting shrinking margins as they struggle to absorb higher operating expenses.
Despite challenges, some economies may benefit from rerouted shipping and higher oil prices, though analysts warn of sustained inflationary pressure across the region.
