Brent$108.172.78%
Brent crude holds above $108/bbl, WTI at $101.94.
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Republic of Congo

Africa
Stable
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Republic of Congo

Stable
AI Analysis Β· Updated daily

The Republic of Congo demonstrates a stable energy security profile, benefiting from its status as an oil exporter with zero oil import dependency and robust reserves of 120 days. Gasoline prices remain relatively low at $0.78/L, and while food risk is moderate, fertilizer cost increases are contained at 35%. Despite being an exporter, domestic fuel distribution issues persist, which could pose localized challenges. Overall, the country is well-positioned to weather the current global oil supply disruptions, with a stable outlook for the coming weeks.

$0.78
Gasoline /L
+25.8% vs pre-war
120d
Reserves
17 weeks
+10.5%
Food Inflation
Risk: moderate
N/A
Oil Imported
Hormuz: low

Fuel Prices

USD primary Β· XAF (CFA) local

Prices shown per litre. Local currency conversion uses live exchange rates.Last updated: May 3, 2026

Gasoline
$0.78/L
CFA436/L
+25.8% vs pre-war
Diesel
$0.68/L
CFA380/L
+23.6% vs pre-war
LPG / Autogas
$0.45/L
CFA252/L
Jet Fuel (Jet A-1)
$0.58/L
CFA324/L
Pre-war baseline (Feb 2026): Gasoline $0.62/L Β· Diesel $0.55/L Β· Current prices are 25.8% above pre-war levels

3-Month Price History

Feb 21Mar 14Apr 4CFA328/LCFA363/LCFA398/LCFA457/LPre-warβš” War
Pre-war baseline
Iran war starts (Feb 2026)
XAF Β· live rates

Strategic Reserves

Crude Oil Reserves
120days
17 weeks
4.0 months
Adequate
Source: IEA/EIA
0d30d60d90d180d365d
✈ Jet Fuel Reserves (Jet A-1)
8days
1 weeks
0.3 months
Low β€” Under 30 days
Source: Estimated from strategic reserves
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Energy Dependency Profile

Oil Import Dependency
N/A
of total oil consumption
Hormuz Exposure
Low
Strait of Hormuz risk
Food Import Dependency
35%
of food supply imported

Fertilizer & Food Security

Fertilizer Cost Change
+35%
vs pre-war (Feb 2026)
Food Inflation (YoY)
+10.5%
year-on-year CPI food
Food Security Risk
Moderate
FAO / WFP assessment

News: Republic of Congo

Democratic Republic of the Congo - Resources, Power, Economy - Britannica
Democratic Republic of the Congo - Resources, Power, Economy  Britannica
Google NewsΒ·3d ago
Petroleum Gas in Democratic Republic of the Congo Trade | The Observatory of Economic Complexity - The Observatory of Economic Complexity
Petroleum Gas in Democratic Republic of the Congo Trade | The Observatory of Economic Complexity  The Observatory of Economic Complexity
Google NewsΒ·21d ago
Republic of the Congo - Manufacturing, Oil, Infrastructure - Britannica
Republic of the Congo - Manufacturing, Oil, Infrastructure  Britannica
Google NewsΒ·14d ago
A-ONE PACIFIC INVESTMENTS, the discreet architect of two energy agreements exceeding USD 350 million in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) - Africa24 TV
A-ONE PACIFIC INVESTMENTS, the discreet architect of two energy agreements exceeding USD 350 million in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)  Africa24 TV
Google NewsΒ·7d ago
TotalEnergies Strikes Oil and Gas at Congo's Moho License - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com
TotalEnergies Strikes Oil and Gas at Congo's Moho License  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com
Google NewsΒ·20d ago
Refined Petroleum in Democratic Republic of the Congo Trade | The Observatory of Economic Complexity - The Observatory of Economic Complexity
Refined Petroleum in Democratic Republic of the Congo Trade | The Observatory of Economic Complexity  The Observatory of Economic Complexity
Google NewsΒ·24d ago
TotalEnergies discovers hydrocarbons in Congo near existing production facilities - Reuters
TotalEnergies discovers hydrocarbons in Congo near existing production facilities  Reuters
Google NewsΒ·21d 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

IntelligenceFull manifest β†’

No inbound tankers detected

May indicate supply disruption

Crisis Summary

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

Not financial advice. For informational purposes only.

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