The Cameroonian government has introduced new measures aimed at improving the availability of domestic cooking gas following supply difficulties reported in several parts of the country.
A circular signed by Minister of Water and Energy Gaston Eloundou Essomba on September 23 sets out new obligations for importers, the Cameroon Petroleum Storage Company (SCDP) and distributors.
The measures include requirements concerning delivery schedules, product distribution and the management of gas supplies.
The SCDP has previously said the country was experiencing localised supply tensions rather than a nationwide shortage.
According to the company, factors contributing to the difficulties include increased consumption, delays involving some gas shipments, production constraints and pressure on storage facilities.
The government says the new measures are intended to strengthen the availability of cooking gas and reduce supply disruptions.