The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has assured the general public of sufficient fuel stocks in the country.

In a statement dated 29 September 2021, the energy regulator has disclosed that presently, the country has 22 million and 32 million litres of petrol and diesel respectively.

According to MERA, the amount of fuel that the country has translates to 28 days and 54 days stock cover respectively.

MERA has also made a declaration that authorities are making all efforts to address fuel stock outs experienced at some retail shops which have been caused by the driver’s strike.

In the meantime fuel retail stations have been warned against hoarding fuel and that all engaged in this malpractice will face stiff penalties.

The general public has therefore been advised to refrain from panic buying of fuel.