Brent$99.133.82%
Brent crude hits $99.13/bbl, up 3.8% today.
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Cameroon

Africa
High Risk
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Cameroon

High Risk
AI Analysis Β· Updated daily

Cameroon faces a high-risk energy situation, largely due to its 60% oil import dependency and the insufficient capacity of the Biya Refinery to meet domestic needs amidst global supply disruptions. With only 22 days of gasoline reserves and prices at $1.08/L, the country is experiencing significant economic and fuel impacts. While a small oil producer, this output is insufficient to mitigate the current import reliance. The outlook for the coming weeks suggests continued pressure on fuel availability and prices, potentially leading to further economic strain and social unrest without effective mitigation strategies.

$1.08
Gasoline /L
+31.7% vs pre-war
22d
Reserves
3 weeks
+18.5%
Food Inflation
Risk: moderate
60%
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: Apr 25, 2026

Gasoline
$1.08/L
CFA605/L
+31.7% vs pre-war
Diesel
$0.95/L
CFA532/L
+31.9% vs pre-war
LPG / Autogas
$0.62/L
CFA347/L
Jet Fuel (Jet A-1)
$0.78/L
CFA437/L
Pre-war baseline (Feb 2026): Gasoline $0.82/L Β· Diesel $0.72/L Β· Current prices are 31.7% above pre-war levels

3-Month Price History

Feb 21Mar 14Apr 4CFA433/LCFA483/LCFA533/LCFA629/LPre-warβš” War
Pre-war baseline
Iran war starts (Feb 2026)
XAF Β· live rates

Strategic Reserves

Crude Oil Reserves
22days
3 weeks
0.7 months
Low β€” Under 30 days
Source: IEA/EIA
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✈ 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
60%
of total oil consumption
Hormuz Exposure
Low
Strait of Hormuz risk
Food Import Dependency
28%
of food supply imported

Fertilizer & Food Security

Fertilizer Cost Change
+65%
vs pre-war (Feb 2026)
Food Inflation (YoY)
+18.5%
year-on-year CPI food
Food Security Risk
Moderate
FAO / WFP assessment

News: Cameroon

Cameroon’s Oil Gains From Global Tensions Come With Economic Risks - Business in Cameroon
Cameroon’s Oil Gains From Global Tensions Come With Economic Risks  Business in Cameroon
Google NewsΒ·3d ago
Cameroon: A 9 Billion FCFA Factory to Accelerate Palm Oil Production - Capmad.com
Cameroon: A 9 Billion FCFA Factory to Accelerate Palm Oil Production  Capmad.com
Google NewsΒ·15d ago
The Explosion Sounded Like Thunder in the Distance. By Morning, 1,700 People Were Dead. - Popular Mechanics
The Explosion Sounded Like Thunder in the Distance. By Morning, 1,700 People Were Dead.  Popular Mechanics
Google NewsΒ·16d ago
Cameroon Commissions First Private Solar Mini-grid Under Energy Compact - Business in Cameroon
Cameroon Commissions First Private Solar Mini-grid Under Energy Compact  Business in Cameroon
Google NewsΒ·19h ago
CEMAC Reserves Under Pressure in 2026 Despite Potential Oil Price Support - Business in Cameroon
CEMAC Reserves Under Pressure in 2026 Despite Potential Oil Price Support  Business in Cameroon
Google NewsΒ·3d ago
Parlym selected for engineering studies on $4 bln Yoyo-Yolanda gas project - Business in Cameroon
Parlym selected for engineering studies on $4 bln Yoyo-Yolanda gas project  Business in Cameroon
Google NewsΒ·9d ago
Cameroon Eyes Wind Energy Partnership With Canada to Diversify Power Mix - Investir au Cameroun
Cameroon Eyes Wind Energy Partnership With Canada to Diversify Power Mix  Investir au Cameroun
Google NewsΒ·27d 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 LevelHigh Risk
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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