Madagascar Deploys Strategy to Secure Fuel Supply by 2025

On January 23, 2025, the Malagasy government met with the Groupement des Pétroliers de Madagascar (GPM) in Mahazoarivo to discuss the establishment of new service stations in the 38 districts of the country. The aim is to ensure optimal access to fuels by the end of 2025, strengthen existing infrastructures, and deploy compact stations adapted to local needs.

Madagascar is facing a major challenge in its fuel supply. During this meeting, a roadmap was defined to enhance the coverage of service stations in the 38 districts currently lacking infrastructure. The objective is to improve access to fuel in these areas by the end of 2025, prioritizing compact stations tailored to the specific needs of each region.

Another point discussed at the meeting concerned the fuel supply for the power plants in Mahajanga and Toliara. The Big Island is heavily dependent on hydrocarbons for its energy production. In case of supply interruptions, the economic consequences could be severe. Therefore, it is crucial to optimize the maritime logistics of heavy fuel oil transport, essential for these plants, to ensure a stable supply.

The meeting brought together several key figures, including the Minister of Economy and Finance, Rindra Rabarinirinarison, the Minister of Energy and Hydrocarbons, Jean-Baptiste Olivier, as well as representatives from the Office Malagasy des Hydrocarbures (OMH), Customs, Public Treasury, and JIRAMA. Prime Minister Christian Ntsay emphasized the importance of strengthening agreements between JIRAMA and GPM to secure fuel supply, prevent shortages, and meet consumer needs.