Current Fuel Prices Uganda 2026
| Fuel Type | Kampala Price | Upcountry Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | UGX 5,200 — 5,600 per litre | +200 — 500 per litre |
| Petrol ULG | UGX 5,000 — 5,400 per litre | +200 — 500 per litre |
Fuel Theft — Uganda's Biggest Fleet Challenge
Fuel theft is endemic in Uganda's transport sector. Common methods include siphoning from tanks during night stops, manipulating odometer readings, submitting inflated receipts, and using company fuel cards for personal vehicles.
How to Reduce Fuel Costs in Your Uganda Fleet
1. GPS Tracking with Fuel Monitoring
Modern GPS systems monitor fuel consumption per kilometre. Sudden fuel drops indicate siphoning. Real-time alerts allow immediate investigation.
2. Fuel Cards
Issue drivers with fuel cards rather than cash — transactions are recorded digitally and usage can be limited to specific times, locations, and volumes.
3. Driver Training
Eco-driving techniques — smooth acceleration, maintaining optimal speed of 80 to 90 km/h, avoiding idling — can reduce fuel consumption by 15 to 25%.
Fuel Consumption Benchmarks Uganda Routes
| Vehicle Type | Loaded Consumption | Kampala to Gulu (330km) |
|---|---|---|
| 7-tonne truck | 25 — 30 litres per 100km | 83 — 99 litres |
| 30-tonne articulated | 35 — 45 litres per 100km | 116 — 149 litres |
| Toyota Land Cruiser | 12 — 16 litres per 100km | 40 — 53 litres |
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