Gasoline prices are rising in Tshikapa, capital of Kasai Oriental province. The various markets of the city now offer a liter of gasoline between 3,800 and 4,000 Congolese Francs instead of 2,800 to 3,000 Congolese Francs. This increase is due to the scarcity of fuel on the market and the decision of the Angolan authorities to ban the export of this petroleum product to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The impacts of this new price increase are felt in the city, particularly on the cost of transport. The motorcycle race, which sold for 500 FC, now costs 1000 FC. This situation weighs on the budget of many inhabitants of the city who must find alternatives to meet their daily expenses.
Faced with this situation, economic operators in the region are calling on the authorities to take measures to resolve this fuel supply problem. They hope that solutions can be found quickly to allow the population to benefit from reasonable prices and to avoid soaring prices on the various commodities.
In conclusion, the situation in Tshikapa is a reminder of the importance of diversifying sources of supply and implementing sustainable energy policies to ensure price stability on the market. Local initiatives aimed at finding economic alternatives for the most vulnerable populations can also be considered to deal with this type of situation.