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Burkina Faso

Africa
Critical
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Burkina Faso

Critical
AI Analysis · Updated daily

Burkina Faso's energy security is critical, characterized by 100% oil import dependency and severe logistical challenges as a landlocked nation. Gasoline prices have soared to $1.25/L, and with a mere 10 days of reserves, the country is extremely exposed to supply shocks. The ongoing security crisis significantly limits fuel supply routes, undermining any potential resilience factors. With critical food risk and a 78% surge in fertilizer prices, the outlook remains dire, indicating a high probability of widespread fuel and food scarcity in the immediate future.

$1.25
Gasoline /L
+31.6% vs pre-war
10d
Reserves
1 weeks
+25.5%
Food Inflation
Risk: critical
100%
Oil Imported
Hormuz: low

Fuel Prices

USD primary · XOF (CFA) local

Prices shown per litre. Local currency conversion uses live exchange rates.Last updated: Apr 24, 2026

Gasoline
$1.25/L
CFA701/L
+31.6% vs pre-war
Diesel
$1.12/L
CFA628/L
+36.6% vs pre-war
LPG / Autogas
$0.70/L
CFA393/L
Jet Fuel (Jet A-1)
$0.88/L
CFA494/L
Pre-war baseline (Feb 2026): Gasoline $0.95/L · Diesel $0.82/L · Current prices are 31.6% above pre-war levels

3-Month Price History

Feb 21Mar 14Apr 4CFA502/LCFA557/LCFA612/LCFA720/LPre-war⚔ War
Pre-war baseline
Iran war starts (Feb 2026)
XOF · live rates

Strategic Reserves

Crude Oil Reserves
10days
1 weeks
0.3 months
Low — Under 30 days
Source: IEA/EIA
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✈ Jet Fuel Reserves (Jet A-1)
6days
1 weeks
0.2 months
Low — Under 30 days
Source: Estimated from strategic reserves
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Energy Dependency Profile

Oil Import Dependency
100%
of total oil consumption
Hormuz Exposure
Low
Strait of Hormuz risk
Food Import Dependency
40%
of food supply imported

Fertilizer & Food Security

Fertilizer Cost Change
+78%
vs pre-war (Feb 2026)
Food Inflation (YoY)
+25.5%
year-on-year CPI food
Food Security Risk
Critical
FAO / WFP assessment
Food Security Alert: Elevated fertilizer costs (+78% since Feb 2026) are reducing crop yields. Food inflation of +25.5% is impacting household purchasing power. Risk of food shortages in coming months if energy costs remain elevated.

News: Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso Prioritizes Tech Sovereignty in Talks with Italian Investors - We are Tech
Burkina Faso Prioritizes Tech Sovereignty in Talks with Italian Investors  We are Tech
Google News·2h ago
Nigeria secures $425 million solar investment as Burkina Faso, others join the grid - Business Insider Africa
Nigeria secures $425 million solar investment as Burkina Faso, others join the grid  Business Insider Africa
Google News·1d ago
Senegal And Nigeria Deepen Energy Ties As Ministerial Visit Signals New Era Of African Collaboration – OpEd - Eurasia Review
Senegal And Nigeria Deepen Energy Ties As Ministerial Visit Signals New Era Of African Collaboration – OpEd  Eurasia Review
Google News·21d ago
Burkina Faso : un robot humanoïde G1 fait sensation - Capmad.com
Burkina Faso : un robot humanoïde G1 fait sensation  Capmad.com
Google News·4d ago
Nigeria Joins South Africa, Zambia, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Mozambique, Burundi, And More Countries In Africa In Battling A Worsening Energy Crisis, Forcing Airlines To Slash Schedules And Suspend Flights Due To Soaring Fuel Costs - Travel And Tour World
Nigeria Joins South Africa, Zambia, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Mozambique, Burundi, And More Countries In Africa In Battling A Worsening Energy Crisis, Forcing Airlines To Slash Schedules And Suspend Flights Due To Soaring Fuel Costs  Travel And Tour World
Google News·7d ago
Financement de la Banque mondiale pour l’agriculture au Burkina Faso - Capmad.com
Financement de la Banque mondiale pour l’agriculture au Burkina Faso  Capmad.com
Google News·11d ago
Burkina Faso : un robot humanoïde G1 fait sensation - Capmad.com
Burkina Faso : un robot humanoïde G1 fait sensation  Capmad.com
Google News·15d ago
Soft Open Gas Strut Berta 10 Inch 100N/22 LB Hydraulic Soft Open Gas Burkina Faso Spring Hinge - primetimes.id
Soft Open Gas Strut Berta 10 Inch 100N/22 LB Hydraulic Soft Open Gas Burkina Faso Spring Hinge  primetimes.id
Google News·17d ago
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Flight Disruption Risk

Moderate

Jet fuel prices have risen ~38% above pre-war levels globally. Expect fuel surcharges on most international routes. No specific disruption data available for this country.

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Inbound Supply Ships

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No inbound tankers detected

May indicate supply disruption

Crisis Summary

Risk LevelCritical
Hormuz Exposurelow
CurrencyXOF (CFA)
RegionAfrica
Data SourcesIEA · EIA · FAO · WFP
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Data: IEA, EIA, World Bank, FAO, GlobalPetrolPrices.com · Updated daily

Not financial advice. For informational purposes only.

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