Sudan Assures Fuel Supply Amid Panic Buying. Khartoum, Sudan — March 11, 2026 Sudan’s Energy Minister, Mutasim Ibrahim, provided reassurance on Tuesday regarding the country’s fuel supply, emphasizing that the nation holds adequate reserves to last several weeks. During a press conference, Ibrahim disclosed that Sudan has a 16-day reserve of gasoline, a 21-day reserve of diesel, and a 17-day reserve of aviation fuel.
He further clarified that these reserves are part of ongoing supply chains and more are on the horizon. “We have secured our petroleum needs, and most of our supplies do not come from the Arabian and Persian Gulfs, “Ibrahim stated. “
In our recent shipments, there was only one oil tanker from Kuwait and one from Oman, with the rest coming from the Red Sea, the Mediterranean, and the Black Sea.”.
The minister’s comments come amidst reports of panic buying in Khartoum and other states due to fears of fuel shortages.
In response to these fears, Ibrahim warned against hoarding supplies to create artificial shortages, emphasizing that the country’s fuel situation is under control. Officials commented on the matter.
According to regional officials, the government is working to address the panic buying and maintain the availability of fuel across the country. They also emphasized that the situation is being managed effectively and there is no need for panic.
The reassurances from the government seem to be calming the public, with some markets reporting a decrease in panic buying.
However, Further details are expected as the situation unfolds.
According to regional officials, the government will provide updates as needed.
