Sudan fuel shortages deepen; official pump prices rise and parallel-market fuel sells far higher
On 1 Oct 2026 fuel shortages in Khartoum and other states intensified, official pump prices were raised in some areas and parallel-market petrol and diesel reached much higher levels (reported up to ~60,000 SDG per gallon), amplifying near-term FX needs for imports and fiscal pressures on public finances.
The desk brief
On 1 Oct 2026 fuel shortages in Khartoum and other states intensified, official pump prices were raised in some areas and parallel-market petrol and diesel reached much higher levels (reported up to ~60,000 SDG per gallon), amplifying near-term FX needs for imports and fiscal pressures on public finances.
Persistent fuel shortages force importers and distributors to secure scarce foreign currency to bring in supplies, concentrating import activity and increasing external liquidity demand. Higher domestic pump and black-market prices raise production and transport costs, squeeze household incomes, and reduce real tax base; weakened state revenue and tighter FX availability can amplify operational credit stress for importers and logistics firms.
Monitor any changes to central bank import collateral rules, announced additional fuel shipments from Port Sudan, and official monthly FX allocations for fuel imports.
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- Sudan fuel shortages deepen as Port Sudan pledges more supplies - The Sudan Timesthesudantimes.comSource published (opens in a new tab)
- Fuel crisis chokes Khartoum, other states as shortages drive black market - Radio Tamazujradiotamazuj.orgSource published (opens in a new tab)
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