The Government of Malawi has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a stable and uninterrupted fuel supply across the country.
Speaking during the Boma Likutinji program, the Minister of Energy, Hon. Ibrahim Matola, highlighted ongoing efforts by his Ministry, MERA, NOCMA, PIL, all Oil Marketing Companies, Transporters (both local and foreign) and Malawi Bureau of Standards to maintain fuel security in the country.
Hon. Matola assured Malawians that the Government is exploring multiple import routes while strengthening existing ones to ensure a reliable fuel supply. Hon. Matola indicated that Exchange Control authorities are also exploring additional measures to guarantee FX allocation towards fuel imports.
Hon. Minister briefed the country of the arrival of 50.1million litres of petroleum products at the Port of Tanga, in the United Republic of Tanzania on 29 December 2025. Malawi through NOCMA started lifting this product on 6 January 2025.
He noted that as of 7 February, 25million had been transported into Malawi, with the balance 25.1million to be lifted in the coming weeks.
Hon Matola emphasized that NOCMA has swiftly implemented key resolutions from a high-level meeting chaired by the Vice President of the Republic of Malawi, Dr. Michael Usi, which included the Ministry of Energy, the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA), NOCMA and other stakeholders.
“NOCMA is at the forefront of ensuring Malawi’s fuel supply remains stable. We are working tirelessly to implement strategies that safeguard our energy security, including optimizing transportation networks and storage facilities,” said Hon. Matola.
In concluding his statement, Hon Matola acknowledged efforts of officials from his Ministry, MERA, NOCMA, PIL, all Oil Marketing Companies, Transporters (both local and foreign), Malawi Bureau of Standards, for their commitment towards delivery of petroleum products to end fuel-consumers.
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SIGNIFICANT MILESTONES ACHIEVED IN RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT TOWARD TRANSPORTATION OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
On his part, the Minister of Transport, Hon. Jacob Hara, announced that his Ministry has intensified efforts to rehabilitate Malawi’s railway infrastructure to enhance fuel transportation efficiency. He revealed that the Marka-Bangula railway project will soon extend to Nsanje Boma, featuring fully operational transshipment facilities for fuel transportation.
“Rail transport is a game-changer in reducing logistics costs. By expanding the Marka-Bangula railway line, we are creating a more efficient and cost-effective fuel supply system that will benefit all Malawians,” Hon. Hara stated.
The Boma Likutinji program, hosted by the Minister of Information, Hon. Moses Kunkuyu, serves as a platform to update Malawians on the Government’s developmental initiatives. The event was attended by senior Government officials, including ESCOM’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Kamkwamba Kumwenda, NOCMA’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Clement Kanyama, Roads Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Roads Funds Administration Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Stewart Malata.
