Namibia Extends Fuel Deal with Vitol | Namibia News

Namibia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 11, 2026 · 1m

Namibia’s energy ministry has confirmed Vitol will supply all fuel for October — a final, one-time extension following similar arrangements in July through September — aimed at stabilizing fuel access amid volatile global oil prices. But critics are raising alarms: the deal bypassed open bidding, was justified by Iran’s conflict, and was announced via press release rather than formal documentation, sparking fears it’s becoming routine. Rising fuel costs and calls for transparency have intensified, with demands that pricing and selection criteria be shared with Parliament and the public. The…