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Source: World Food Programme (WFP) | Jan 17, 2026

Humanitarian aid cuts push millions deeper into hunger amid rising violence and population displacement in West and Central Africa

WFP urgently requires more than $453 million over the next six months to continue providing life-saving humanitarian assistance across the region

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warns that without urgent resources and action, the most vulnerable people in West and Central Africa are headed for yet another dire year. A staggering 55 million people in the region are expected to endure crisis levels of hunger, or worse, during the…

Source: United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs | Jan 17, 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Condemns Attack Targeting Armed Forces in Chad

The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of Chad, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured in this heinous attack

The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the attack carried out by an armed group in southern Chad, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of a number of members of the Chadian armed forces. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed the UAE’s…

Source: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) | Jan 17, 2026

In Chad, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugee's (UNHCR) Salih calls for urgent refugee support to save and rebuild lives

Trauma levels are high and mental health support reaches only a fraction of those in need, while many children remain out of school

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Barham Salih, today underscored the need for urgent humanitarian assistance and protection for people fleeing the brutal war in Sudan, and for greater support for refugees to rebuild their lives with dignity. During his first official overseas trip as High Commissioner, Salih met Sudanese…

Source: UN News | Jan 16, 2026

Amid Sudan’s humanitarian crisis, Chad shows ‘act of solidarity’

In war-torn Sudan, local communities say they don’t have enough settlements for the internally displaced, few solutions for women who have suffered sexual violence – and there’s a lack of aid available for people with disabilities

That’s according to UN human rights chief Volker Türk, who had discussions with over 40 leaders of Sudanese civil society in Northern State’s capital, Dongola, this week. “But these representatives have also found the solution,” Mr. Türk said in a video on X. “There needs to be an all-out effort, both within Sudan…

Source: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) | Nov 10, 2025

At Chad’s fragile Sudan border, United Nations (UN) and partners redouble connectivity drive for refugees and hosts

Across the country, Sudanese refugees and Chadians are using digital tools to access education, financial services and health care – taking steps toward greater stability and self-reliance

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and ITU, the UN agency for digital technologies, are expanding efforts with partners in Chad and other refugee-hosting countries to ensure that millions of forcibly displaced people and local communities are connected by 2030. Wrapping up a two-day joint visit to Chad on Friday, ITU…

Source: International Rescue Committee (IRC) | Oct 27, 2025

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) and GiveWell partner to deliver safe water to 1.7 million people in Chad, Nigeria, and Somalia with cost-effective approach

This 18-month pilot will introduce a cost-effective approach to water treatment across refugee camps, displacement settlements, and vulnerable host communities

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) today announced the launch of a new project to bring safe, clean drinking water to crisis-affected communities in Nigeria, Chad, and Somalia. In partnership with GiveWell, the project will deploy in-line chlorination (ILC) solutions to ensure safe water at scale in some of the world’s…

Source: Energy Capital & Power | Sep 01, 2025

African Mining Week (AMW) to Feature Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Malawi, South Sudan, Zimbabwe and Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) Ministers

Taking place from October 1 – 3, 2025 in Cape Town, African Mining Week will host several African ministers in high-level panel discussions, exclusive networking and deal signings

As more African governments introduce investor-friendly laws to enhance mining frameworks, the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 will bring together several African mining ministers to showcase opportunities across their jurisdictions. Confirmed ministerial participants include Martin Gama Abucha, Minister of Mining, South Sudan (https://apo-opa.co/4fYrotI); Winston Chitando, Minister of Mines and Mining…

Source: The African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) | Aug 27, 2025

Strengthening Fisheries and Aquaculture Governance through Policy Alignment in Chad

The consultation brings together representatives from government, regional and international organisations, civil society, and the private sector to chart a collaborative way forward

Aligning fisheries and aquaculture strategies with agricultural investment plans and the Policy Framework and Reform Strategy for Fisheries and Aquaculture in Africa (PFRS) is crucial for ensuring the sustainable management of aquatic resources, particularly in the context of climate change adaptation. This alignment, coupled with the development of recommendations for…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan | Aug 22, 2025

Japan: Foreign Minister IWAYA’s Meeting with H.E. Mr. Mahamat Ahmad ALHABO, Secretary General of the Presidency, State Minister of the Republic of Chad

Minister IWAYA, referring to the series of elections recently conducted in Chad, expressed his expectations for the progress of domestic dialogue and the establishment of democracy

On August 22, commencing at 9:00 a.m. for approximately 20 minutes, Mr. IWAYA Takeshi, Minister for Foreign Affairs, held a meeting with H.E. Mr. Mahamat Ahmad ALHABO, Secretary General of the Presidency, State Minister of the Republic of Chad, who is visiting Japan to participate in the Nineth Tokyo International…

Source: United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs | Aug 11, 2025

United Arab Emirates (UAE) leaders congratulate President of Chad on Independence Day

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent similar messages to the Chadian President and to Prime Minister Allamaye Halina on the occasion

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, President of the Republic of Chad, on the occasion of his country's Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai,…

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