Gabon: amid diesel shortage at petrol stations, government seeks to reassure
Gabon has experienced a diesel shortage for a week, with long queues and rationing at service stations. A ship carrying imported diesel docked overnight from Saturday to Sunday, and deliveries began late in the morning. The Ministry of Petroleum did not give reasons for the shortage but announced the cargo's arrival and promised a gradual return to normal from Sunday, while a downstream oil and gas official said the situation would be normal by Tuesday in Libreville and across the country.
Why it matters: The disruption highlights energy security in a petro-state, where import logistics and regional market conditions shape domestic fuel availability.