Uganda taps Vitol to market 'Pearl Sweet' crude ahead of 2027 exports

Uganda has appointed Vitol to market its government and UNOC share of the newly branded 'Pearl Sweet' crude, signaling progress toward first exports targeted for 2027. The move locks in a major trader for offtake, reducing pre-export uncertainty, though pipeline and financing milestones remain. This advances Uganda's entry as an East African oil producer, with implications for regional energy flows and infrastructure.