AGP Executive Report

Sudan War Spillover: A report says Sudanese airstrikes have hit border areas, including a strike in August on a suspected RSF convoy about 100 kilometres inside Chad. The conflict’s expanding reach raises risks for Chad. Niger Trade: Frozen relations between Niamey and N’Djamena are squeezing border businesses, disrupting supplies and driving up prices, with fuel shortages reported in Niger. Regional Security: Chad’s foreign minister signed measures at a CEN-SAD meeting in Tripoli to strengthen regional security and economic cooperation; the bloc plans to hold its 2027 summit in N’Djamena. Refugee Pressure: More than 980,000 Sudanese have fled to Chad since 2023, while over 404,000 Chadians have returned from Sudan. The UN warns of worsening food, water and health needs in eastern Chad, where more than 668,000 people face acute food insecurity. Refugee Returns: Chad, the Central African Republic and the UN refugee agency are planning the safe, voluntary return of more than 140,000 Central African refugees living in Chad. Poverty: A new Afrobarometer report finds more than eight in 10 people in Chad face moderate or high levels of lived poverty.

Refugee Emergency: IOM says 2,510 people fled villages in Sudan’s North Darfur state amid insecurity, with most crossing into Chad. The new arrivals add to a crisis in which more than 980,000 Sudanese have sought refuge in Chad since 2023, straining food, water and health services. Regional Cooperation: Chad’s foreign minister signed measures at the CEN-SAD meeting in Tripoli to strengthen security and economic ties; the bloc’s next summit is set for N’Djamena in 2027. Cross-Border Trade: Frozen diplomacy between Niger and Chad is disrupting commerce, driving up costs and worsening shortages for border communities. Poverty and Services: Afrobarometer finds more than eight in 10 Chadians face moderate or high lived poverty, including shortages of food, clean water and medical care. Refugee Returns: Chad, the Central African Republic and UNHCR are preparing to restart voluntary returns for more than 140,000 Central African refugees living in Chad. Migration: Two Chadians were among 151 people rescued from a migrant boat off Libya.

Migration: Two Chadians were among 151 people rescued from a rubber boat off Libya, where deadly crossings to Europe continue. Border Trade: Frozen diplomacy between Niger and Chad is squeezing border communities, with formal trade reportedly down 40% over the past year and shortages and higher costs hitting households and traders. Sudan Crisis: IOM says 2,510 people fled North Darfur villages amid insecurity, most crossing into Chad; the UN says more than 980,000 Sudanese have sought refuge in Chad since April 2023, adding pressure on food, water and health services. Regional Cooperation: Chad’s foreign minister signed CEN-SAD’s latest decisions on security and economic coordination in Tripoli. The bloc plans to hold its 2027 summit in N’Djamena. Refugee Returns: Chad, the Central African Republic and UNHCR are preparing to resume voluntary returns for more than 140,000 Central African refugees living in Chad. Cost of Living: A new Afrobarometer report says more than eight in 10 people in Chad face moderate or high lived poverty, including shortages of essentials such as food, water and medical care.

Border Trade: Stalled diplomacy between Niger and Chad is squeezing border communities, with traders reporting falling sales, delayed shipments and higher prices for fuel, food and other essentials. Sudan Displacement: Insecurity in North Darfur drove 2,510 people from five villages, most of them across the border into Chad, the IOM said. The UN says more than 980,000 Sudanese have fled to Chad since April 2023, adding pressure on food, water and health services in the east. Regional Cooperation: Chad’s foreign minister signed measures at a CEN-SAD meeting in Tripoli to strengthen security and economic ties. The bloc plans to hold its next summit in N’Djamena in 2027. Refugee Returns: Chad, the Central African Republic and the UN refugee agency discussed restarting voluntary returns for more than 140,000 Central African refugees living in Chad, with safety and logistics still to be arranged. Cost of Living: Afrobarometer finds lived poverty affects more than eight in 10 people in Chad, with many across the continent reporting shortages of basic needs such as food, water and medical care.

Regional Cooperation: Chad’s Foreign Minister Ahmed Kougri signed new CEN-SAD measures in Tripoli to strengthen political and security coordination, economic integration and action against terrorism, organized crime and irregular migration. The bloc plans to hold its 2027 summit in N’Djamena. Humanitarian Crisis: More than 980,000 Sudanese have fled to Chad since April 2023, while over 404,000 Chadians have returned from Sudan, the UN says. In eastern Chad, more than 668,000 people face acute food insecurity, with water and health services under strain. Refugee Returns: Chad, the Central African Republic and UNHCR discussed restarting voluntary returns for more than 140,000 Central African refugees in Chad, focusing on safety, logistics and support for the first groups. Poverty: Afrobarometer reports that more than eight in 10 people in Chad experience moderate or high lived poverty, including shortages of basic needs such as food, clean water and medical care.

Regional Security: Chad’s Foreign Minister Ahmed Kougri signed a CEN-SAD declaration approving stronger political and security coordination, economic integration and action against terrorism, organized crime and irregular migration. The bloc’s next summit is planned for N’Djamena in 2027. Humanitarian Pressure: The UN says more than 980,000 Sudanese have fled to Chad since April 2023, while over 404,000 Chadians have returned from Sudan. Eastern Chad faces worsening shortages of food, water and healthcare; more than 668,000 people have faced acute food insecurity in recent months. Refugee Returns: Chad, the Central African Republic and UNHCR are preparing to resume voluntary returns for more than 140,000 Central African refugees in Chad, with plans focused on safety, logistics and resources. Health: A Qatar Charity eye-care project in Bokoro provided services to 1,000 people, including glasses, medicines and surgery.

Regional Diplomacy: Chad’s foreign minister Ahmed Kogri joined Sahel-Saharan bloc talks in Tripoli, where member states discussed regional security and stronger cooperation. On the sidelines, Egypt’s foreign minister discussed trade, investment and security with his Chadian counterpart. Refugee Returns: Chad, the Central African Republic and UNHCR are planning to resume voluntary returns for more than 140,000 Central African refugees living in Chad, with safety and logistics still to be arranged. Humanitarian Crisis: More than 980,000 Sudanese have fled to Chad since April 2023, while over 404,000 Chadians have returned from Sudan. The UN warns that eastern Chad faces worsening shortages of food, water and healthcare; more than 668,000 people have recently faced acute food insecurity. Community Violence: Intercommunal clashes in western Chad left 25 people dead and 22 injured, authorities said; 39 people were arrested and sent to N’Djamena for prosecution. Poverty: A new Afrobarometer report found that more than eight in 10 people in Chad face moderate or high lived poverty, including shortages of basic necessities.

Regional Diplomacy: Chad joined foreign ministers at a Sahel-Saharan bloc meeting in Tripoli on Saturday to discuss institutional reforms and cooperation on security, migration and development. On the sidelines, Egypt’s foreign minister met his Chadian counterpart to discuss trade, investment and regional security. Refugee Crisis: More than 980,000 Sudanese have fled to Chad since April 2023, the UN says, while over 404,000 Chadians have returned from Sudan. Eastern Chad faces worsening shortages of food, water and healthcare; more than 668,000 people have recently experienced acute food insecurity. Repatriation: Chad, the Central African Republic and UNHCR are preparing to resume voluntary returns for more than 140,000 Central African refugees living in Chad, with safety, logistics and a timetable for initial returns under discussion. Community Violence: Intercommunal clashes in western Chad killed 25 people and injured 22. Authorities arrested 39 people and sent them to N’Djamena for legal proceedings. Cost of Living: An Afrobarometer report found that more than eight in 10 people in Chad face moderate or high lived poverty, including shortages of essentials such as food, water and medical care.

Refugee Crisis: More than 980,000 Sudanese have fled to Chad since April 2023, while over 404,000 Chadians have returned from Sudan, the UN says. In eastern Chad, more than 668,000 people face acute food insecurity, and access to water and healthcare is strained. Currency Change: BEAC says old 1- to 500-CFA coins can be exchanged free of charge through July 31, 2027, at central bank counters, banks and microfinance institutions. Algeria Ties: Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno and Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf reviewed progress on 27 bilateral agreements and discussed regional security and stability. Deadly Clashes: Intercommunal violence in western Chad killed 25 people and injured 22; authorities arrested 39 people and sent them to N’Djamena for judicial proceedings. Poverty: Afrobarometer finds more than eight in 10 people in Chad experience moderate or high lived poverty, including shortages of essentials such as food, clean water and medical care.

Currency: BEAC says old 1-, 5-, 10-, 25-, 50-, 100- and 500-franc CFA coins can be exchanged free of charge at its counters, banks and microfinance institutions through July 31, 2027. The withdrawal will happen in stages; 2006 and 2024 coin series are not affected. Diplomacy: Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno and Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf reviewed progress on 27 cooperation agreements and discussed regional security and stability. Community Violence: Intercommunal clashes in western Chad killed 25 people and injured 22. Authorities say 39 people have been arrested and sent to N’Djamena as the government investigates and seeks to restore dialogue. Poverty: A new Afrobarometer report finds more than eight in 10 people in Chad and Gabon face moderate or severe lived poverty, including shortages of basic needs such as food, clean water and medical care. Health: A Qatar Charity eye-care project in Bokoro reached 1,000 people, providing glasses and medicines and carrying out 300 procedures.

Currency: BEAC says old 1, 5, 10, 25, 50, 100 and 500 CFA franc coins can be exchanged free at banks, microfinance institutions and BEAC counters through July 31, 2027. The 2006 and 2024 coin series are exempt. Diplomacy: Mauritanian President and African Union Chair Mohamed Ould Cheikh El-Ghazouani arrived in N’Djamena for President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno’s swearing-in ceremony. Algeria’s foreign minister also met Déby, saying implementation of 27 cooperation agreements is progressing well. Security: Intercommunal clashes in western Chad killed at least 25 people and injured 22. Authorities arrested 39 people and sent them to N’Djamena for legal proceedings. Living standards: A new Afrobarometer report says more than eight in 10 people in Chad face moderate or severe lived poverty, including shortages of basic needs such as food, water and medical care. Health: A Qatar Charity project in Bokoro provided eye examinations and treatment to 1,000 people, including 300 surgeries.

Algeria Ties: Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf met President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno in N’Djamena, saying implementation of 27 bilateral agreements is progressing well. Talks also covered security and stability in the Sahel. Community Violence: Intercommunal clashes in western Chad killed 25 people and injured 22. Authorities arrested 39 people and sent a government delegation to the area as they investigate and seek to restore calm. Poverty: A new Afrobarometer report finds more than eight in 10 people in Chad face moderate or severe lived poverty, including shortages of essentials such as food, clean water and medical care. Health Care: Qatar Charity’s eye-care project treated 1,000 people in Bokoro, providing glasses and medicines and carrying out 300 procedures. Regional Relations: Chadian and Nigerien foreign ministers met in Moscow to discuss easing tensions after Niger accused Chad of allowing a drone operation from its territory; N’Djamena rejected the allegation and called for an independent investigation.

Algeria Ties: President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf in N’Djamena. The sides reviewed 27 cooperation agreements, with Attaf saying implementation is progressing, and discussed regional security. Health Care: A Qatar Charity eye-care project treated 1,000 people in Bokoro, including 300 who received surgery, 300 given glasses and 400 supplied with medicines. Poverty: A new Afrobarometer report says more than eight in 10 people in Chad face moderate or high lived poverty, amid shortages of essentials such as food, clean water and medical care. Community Clashes: At least 25 people were killed and 22 injured in intercommunal violence between Hadjer-Lamis and Bahr el Gazel provinces. Authorities arrested 39 people and sent them to N’Djamena for prosecution. Military Relations: France plans a brief stopover in Chad by two fighter jets and a transport aircraft for training, as the countries rebuild military ties.

Diplomacy: Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno received Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf in N’Djamena. Attaf also met his Chadian counterpart, with talks covering regional and international issues. Security: Intercommunal clashes in western Chad killed 25 people and injured 22. Authorities arrested 39 people and sent a government delegation to the area. Poverty: More than eight in 10 people in Chad face moderate or severe shortages of basic needs, including food, water and medical care, according to a new Afrobarometer report. Health: A Qatar Charity project in Bokoro provided eye care to 1,000 people, including 300 surgeries, 300 pairs of glasses and medicines for 400 patients. Military Ties: France plans a short stopover by two fighter jets and a transport aircraft for training, as the countries rebuild defence cooperation after French troops withdrew. Aid Oversight: Switzerland froze 1.25 million francs in funding to Doctors Without Borders over its reporting of sexual exploitation allegations involving staff in Chad, including cases affecting Sudanese refugees.

Diplomacy: Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf visited N’Djamena as a special envoy of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and met Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. Intercommunal Violence: Clashes in western Chad killed at least 25 people and injured 22. Authorities arrested 39 people and sent them to N’Djamena for prosecution; a government delegation is working to restore calm. Aid Oversight: Switzerland suspended CHF1.25 million in funding to Doctors Without Borders over concerns about its reporting of sexual exploitation allegations involving staff and Sudanese refugees in Chad. MSF’s internal inquiry reportedly recorded 59 complaints and led to 18 dismissals. Security Ties: France plans a brief visit by two fighter jets and a transport aircraft for training, as the countries rebuild military cooperation after French troops withdrew. Chad is also seeking closer security and economic ties with Russia. Energy: Chad joined WPC Energy, a global industry organisation, in a move the government says could support cooperation, investment and development of the sector.

Community Clashes: At least 25 people were killed and 22 injured in violence between two communities near Hadjer-Lamis and Barh el Gazel. Authorities sent 39 suspects to N’Djamena and promised an investigation and dialogue. Tibesti Fighting: At least 72 soldiers have been wounded in clashes with a local militia around the gold-mining area of Miski, where disputes over mining and levies threaten a 2025 peace deal. France Ties: Paris plans a brief visit by two Mirage jets and a transport aircraft for training, as France and Chad rebuild military cooperation after French troops withdrew. Aid Oversight: Switzerland froze 1.25 million francs in funding to Doctors Without Borders over concerns it failed to promptly report sexual exploitation allegations involving staff and Sudanese refugees in Chad. MSF says it investigated the claims and dismissed staff. Energy: Chad has joined WPC Energy, a move the government says could expand international cooperation, investment and expertise in the sector.