Haiti Raises Fuel Prices, Warns Against Scams to Drive Black Market Sales

HAITI – The Haitian government sharply raised fuel prices to nearly 40% on Tuesday, citing global oil market disruptions, even as it warns against “artificial shortages,” that is, rumors and scams spreading to further drive up costs and sales on the black market.

The decision follows days of panic buying and long lines at gas stations across Port-au-Prince and certain provinces. The price adjustments were reviewed by a newly established nine-member advisory council tasked with overseeing fuel pricing and improving transparency in the sector.

Under the new pricing structure, gasoline now costs about $5.58 per gallon, diesel about $6.54 and kerosene about $6.50.