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Briefing: Rationing power and diluting petrol - how African countries are coping with effects of Iran war

Strategic angle: The disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.

Editorial Staff / 2026-03-26 / 1min

The ongoing conflict in Iran has resulted in notable disruptions to global oil supplies, which has had a cascading effect on energy infrastructure in several African nations.

Countries are implementing measures such as power rationing and petrol dilution to manage the shortages, indicating a strain on existing energy systems and supply chains.

These actions reflect a critical need for adaptive strategies in energy management, as reliance on imported oil becomes increasingly precarious amid geopolitical tensions.