Zala Petroleum Ltd SL has been honoured with the CSO-MEDIA National Award 2026 for providing affordable, quality petroleum products to consumers across Sierra Leone. The company received the Meritorious Service Award on Thursday, October 29, 2026. This award was jointly presented by PEACE SALONE and the CSO-Media Consortium for Development Sierra Leone. The recognition is under the category of Best Petroleum Company in Sierra Leone for offering cheaper and quality fuel.
The presenting organisations acknowledged Zala Petroleum's efforts to offer fuel at prices below prevailing market rates. The company's recent pricing strategy includes selling petrol at Le39 per litre and diesel at Le44 per litre. This approach has provided consumers with relatively affordable alternatives amid rising transportation and living costs. By doing so, Zala Petroleum has contributed to consumer welfare and economic fairness.
The award highlights Zala Petroleum's significant role in the petroleum market, particularly its efforts to ease the financial burden on motorists, commercial drivers, and other consumers. The company's competitive fuel prices have made a positive impact on the lives of many individuals. The recognition also underscores the importance of access to quality petroleum products at affordable rates.
The CSO-Media Consortium for Development Sierra Leone and PEACE SALONE signed the award. The organisations praised Zala Petroleum's commitment to providing affordable fuel. This award is a testament to the company's hard work and dedication to serving the needs of its customers.
Zala Petroleum's achievement is a notable milestone in the petroleum industry in Sierra Leone. The company's efforts to provide affordable fuel have set a positive example for other businesses to follow. This recognition is expected to encourage other companies to prioritise consumer welfare and offer competitive prices.
The award ceremony took place on October 29, 2026. The event brought together various stakeholders from the petroleum industry and beyond. Zala Petroleum's representatives were present to receive the award and express their gratitude to the presenting organisations.
Zala Petroleum's win is a significant accomplishment, and the company is expected to continue providing affordable fuel to consumers in Sierra Leone. The company's commitment to consumer welfare and economic fairness has earned it a reputation as a responsible business.
Key points
- Zala Petroleum Ltd SL was honoured with the CSO-MEDIA National Award 2026 for offering fuel at prices below market rates.
- The company has been selling petrol at Le39 per litre and diesel at Le44 per litre.
- The award was jointly presented by PEACE SALONE and the CSO-Media Consortium for Development Sierra Leone.
