Kisangani, March 11th, 2026 (CPA).– The provincial government of Tshopo ( north-east of the Democratic Republic of Congo) has strictly prohibited the sale of petroleum products in barrels or jerry cans outside the official ANAFLUKIS channels, in order to combat the abusive practices and to protect the purchasing power of consumers, according to a statement consulted on Wednesday by CPA. “It is strictly prohibited during this period any abusive sale of petroleum products in barrels or jerry cans outside ANAFLUKIS, » it is read in the statement signed by Ms Atisabi Elondia Claudine, spokesperson of the provincial government.
According to the source, this measure aims to prevent any abuses in fuel distribution and to ensure the normal functioning of the oil market in the province. ‘The provincial government and the FEC/Tshopo reaffirm their common desire to protect the purchasing power of the population and to guarantee the regular supply of petroleum products,’ has specified the government spokesperson.
In line with this approach, the provincial authorities have announced the strengthening of control mechanisms at petrol stations and various distribution points to ensure the strict application of these measures. ‘Any attempt at speculation, stock retention or unjustified price increases will be punished in accordance with the regulations in force,’ has warned Ms Atisabi Elondia.
In addition, the provincial government has called on the population of Kisangani and the entire province to remain calm in the face of concerns about the international situation, before reporting any abusive practices to the relevant authorities. The provincial authorities have finally reaffirmed their commitment, in collaboration with the Federation of Enterprises of Congo (FEC/Tshopo), to maintain economic stability and defend the general interest of the population in the face of disruptions that may affect the petroleum products market.