Malabo drivers face fuel queues again
Long lines of vehicles at TotalEnergies in Semu signal potential new fuel shortages.
Drivers in Malabo are again lining up at petrol stations, raising concerns about a potential new fuel crisis. Restrictions on how much fuel can be purchased are also in place. At the TotalEnergies station in Semu, vehicle queues have caused traffic jams, with drivers and traffic police working to manage the flow.
This situation mirrors fuel supply issues seen in July and October of this year, which led to long waits and difficulties obtaining fuel. Drivers are calling for better coordination and communication from authorities to announce which stations will have fuel, when, and in what quantities. "We are going from station to station trying our luck, and that also consumes what little we have," said taxi driver Cornelio Rondo.
Amancio Mba Ndong, a civil servant, added that better communication is important during such times, allowing people to plan their days instead of relying on luck and rumors. The current situation is causing drivers to visit multiple stations to find fuel, consuming valuable time and existing fuel reserves.
Why it mattersDrivers in Malabo are experiencing long queues and fuel purchase limits, impacting their daily routines and finances.