Chad
Fri, 28 May 2021 10:52:22 GMTPresident Gets Message From Chad Council Leader
[ANGOP] Luanda -- The Angolan Head of State, João Lourenço, Thursday in Luanda, received a message from the leader of the Chad Transitional Military Council, Mahamat Idriss Deby.
Wed, 26 May 2021 06:31:43 GMTHissène Habré's Victims Continue Fight for Reparations
[HRW] Five Years After Chadian Dictator's Guilty Verdict, Victims Still Await Justice
Wed, 26 May 2021 12:22:55 GMTBuhari Seeks International Support for Peaceful Transition in Chad
[Premium Times] "The need to support the Chadian government to effectively carry out its planned 18-month transition is sacrosanct," Mr Buhari said.
Wed, 26 May 2021 09:05:27 GMTBuhari Rallies Global Support for Chad's Transition Govt
[This Day] President Muhammadu Buhari has urged the international community to support Chad to conclude the transition from military to democratic government in a peaceful manner within the set time of 18 months.
Tue, 25 May 2021 12:31:04 GMTBuhari Presides Over Extraordinary Summit of Lake Chad Basin Commission
[Premium Times] The leaders would be discussing the growing security threats in Sahel and Lake Chad region, political relations and economic ties as well as the situation in Chad.
Mon, 24 May 2021 05:42:55 GMTCalling for a Civilian-Led Transition of Power to a Democratically Elected Government in Chad
[State Department] The United States supports the recommendations of the African Union Peace and Security Council regarding Chad, and we join the African Union and our international partners in calling for a peaceful, timely, and civilian-led transit...
Fri, 21 May 2021 04:53:11 GMTChad - a Test Case for Central Africa's Difficult Transitions
[ISS] The country's unconstitutional transition reflects governance challenges in a region that boasts Africa's longest-serving presidents.
Mon, 24 May 2021 07:47:13 GMTCalling for a Civilian-Led Transition of Power to a Democratically Elected Government
[State Department] The United States supports the recommendations of the African Union Peace and Security Council regarding Chad, and we join the African Union and our international partners in calling for a peaceful, timely, and civilian-led transit...
Tue, 18 May 2021 19:39:18 GMTAmbassador Thomas-Greenfield Remarks at UNSC Briefing on the G5 Sahel Joint Force
[State Department] New York -- Thank you, Mr. President. And let me start by thanking Under-Secretary-General Lacroix, Brigadier* Namata, Ambassador Edrees, and Minister of State Daud for your briefing today
Wed, 19 May 2021 08:15:45 GMTAfrican Union Position Expected
[Cameroon Tribune] This follows the complete examination of recommendations proposed by the fact- finding mission from N'Djamena.
Sat, 22 May 2021 15:56:46 GMTClimate Change and Violence in Africa - No Time to Lose
[ISS] Climate change poses serious security threats in Africa. Global organisations, regional communities and countries are increasingly recognising this fact, but that isn't enough - urgent action is needed.
Sat, 15 May 2021 10:37:22 GMTBuhari Hosts Chadian Interim President, Assures Him of Support
[This Day] President Muhammadu Buhari has assured the Republic of Chad of Nigeria's readiness to help that country stabilise and return to democratic rule within 18 months as promised by its Transitional Military Council President, Lt General Mahamat...
Sat, 15 May 2021 20:37:35 GMTReligious Leaders Remain Mostly Outside the Fray, Unlike Elsewhere in the Sahel
[African Arguments] How have Chad's religious leaders reacted to the dramatic events of April and May? So far, top Muslim and Christian figures have appeared vaguely supportive of the Military Transition Council (CMT) and uneager to rock the boat. In...
Thu, 13 May 2021 08:30:02 GMTLegacy of Gatekeeper Politics Lives On Beyond Déby - and Carries Grave Risks
[The Conversation Africa] Since Chad president Idriss Déby Itno's death in April 2021, Western politicians and security experts have worried about the consequences for regional security and stability. They have voiced knee-jerk support for Déby's s...
Wed, 12 May 2021 04:32:35 GMTDemocracy Takes a Back Seat to Military Might
[ISS] In a rare show of solidarity, Chadians rejected the military junta endorsed by international partners.
Mon, 10 May 2021 12:57:15 GMTArmy Claims Victory Against Northern Rebels After Lengthy Battle
[RFI] Chad's military claimed victory on Sunday in its weeks-long battle with northern rebels that led to the death of President Idriss Déby on the battlefield.
Mon, 10 May 2021 14:21:05 GMTPolitical Situation in Chad - Envoy Solicits Paul Biya'sorientation
[Cameroon Tribune] The Head of State on Friday, 7thMay, grantedaudience to Abdelkerim Idriss Deby Itno, Deputy Director of Civil Cabinet at the Chadian Presidency.
Mon, 10 May 2021 05:40:25 GMTChad's Military Council Seeks Central African States Support
[VOA] Yaounde, Cameroon -- Envoys from Chad's ruling military council are seeking support from its central African neighbors in fighting rebels who they say endanger a smooth return to civilian rule. Chad's delegation told Cameroon's president that w...
Sat, 08 May 2021 15:08:02 GMTIdriss Déby - the Chadian Warrior, Hero of Mali
[African Arguments] Mali's security might not be the first issue that comes to mind when hearing of the passing of Idriss Déby Itno. His death on the battlefield - or at least in proximity, depending on the account - clearly indicates that trouble i...
Wed, 05 May 2021 08:22:24 GMTChad's 'Covert Coup' and the Implications for Democratic Governance on the Continent
[The Conversation Africa] The recent spate of military coups in Africa, which were intended to be transitional, might instead be a risk for democracy in the long term. There might be a short term need to maintain security. But the military may not ne...
Wed, 05 May 2021 08:36:39 GMTDeby's Death and Nigeria's Security Challenges
[Daily Trust] Abuja -- There is no doubt that late Idriss Deby was a colossus when considered within his geo-strategic influence on the Sahelian security firmament, the Lake Chad Basin and even the greater sub-Saharan region down to the Central Afric...
Mon, 03 May 2021 12:44:42 GMTMilitary Council Names New Transition Government
[RFI] The military junta that took power in Chad last month after the shock death of veteran leader Idriss Déby named a transition government on Sunday, the army spokesman said.
Sun, 02 May 2021 05:39:05 GMTUN Condemns Deadly Force By Chadian Security Against Protesters
[VOA] Geneva -- The U.N. human rights office condemns the deadly use of force by Chad's security forces against peaceful protesters demanding a return to civilian rule.
Sat, 01 May 2021 06:32:23 GMTUN Rights Office Profoundly Disturbed Over Violence Against Protesters in Chad
[UN News] The UN rights office, OHCHR, said on Friday that it is deeply disturbed by security forces in Chad's use of live ammunition during recent protests after the death of former President Idriss Déby, on 19 April.
Fri, 30 Apr 2021 08:27:39 GMTFive Key Insights Into Déby's Leadership That Point to Where Chad May Be Heading
[The Conversation Africa] Chadian President Idriss Déby died in mid-April after more than three decades in power. The army announced that the 68-year-old leader died from injuries inflicted on the battlefield during clashes with rebels in the north ...
Fri, 30 Apr 2021 10:51:15 GMTDeath of the Chadian President Idriss Déby - Where Were You When You Heard the News?
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Thu, 29 Apr 2021 06:56:46 GMTAnti-Succession Protest Killings Must Be Investigated
[AI London] Protests against 'succession' of President Idriss Déby's son Mahamat after leader's death last week Civil society organisations and opposition parties call for further protests 'No one should face arrest for simply exercising their righ...
Thu, 29 Apr 2021 05:04:11 GMTHow Chad's Instability Could Affect G5 Neighbors
[DW] The killing of Chadian President Idriss Deby by northern rebels rocked the Sahel country and tossed the regional G5 security alliance into disarray. But how are Chad's neighbors reacting?
Fri, 30 Apr 2021 10:52:27 GMTChad - France Firmly Backs Continuity, but Will the People?
[African Arguments] The late Idriss Déby was an expert at balancing relationships to maintain power. His son retains France's support, but the rest may prove trickier.
Fri, 30 Apr 2021 10:17:46 GMTWashington's Role and Responsibility in Chad
[Atlantic Council] The surprise death last week in Chad of long-time strongman Idriss Déby casts the country and the wider region into a period of deep uncertainty.