diff --git a/tests/test_api.py b/tests/test_api.py
index 587647d..1412301 100644
--- a/tests/test_api.py
+++ b/tests/test_api.py
@@ -1,6 +1,10 @@
 import json
 
 import pytest
+from dotenv import load_dotenv
+
+# Load dotenv file
+load_dotenv()
 
 from truthseeker import APP
 test_app = APP.test_client()