Chad

Chad faces critical energy insecurity despite being an oil producer, largely due to its lack of refining capacity and 80% oil import dependency for refined products. Gasoline prices are extremely high at $1.28/L, exacerbating a critical food risk with fertilizer costs up 82%. With only 10 days of fuel reserves, the country is highly vulnerable to supply disruptions, though its direct exposure to the Strait of Hormuz is low. The outlook for coming weeks is grim, as high global crude prices and reduced supply will continue to strain Chad's ability to secure affordable refined fuels.