AGP Executive Report

France-Chad Ties: Chad and France signed a new defence cooperation declaration on Oct. 13, covering training, expertise and technology. It does not restore France’s former permanent military bases. Health and Refugee Support: A Kuwaiti charity says it has provided 400 cataract and eye surgeries in Chad for Chadian patients and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 people are still waiting for care. Development Priorities: Talks with the Islamic Development Bank explored possible support for Chad in water, agriculture, transport, education and other sectors, but no funding was announced. Lake Chad Livelihoods: Conflict continues to disrupt fishing and food supplies across the basin, where millions—including people in Chad—depend on the lake for food and income. Food Security: A UN report warns that conflict, climate shocks and limited aid access are worsening hunger across the region, with Chad among the countries facing serious risks.

France-Chad Ties: A new declaration signed in Paris sets out cooperation on military training and technology, while the leaders also highlighted cultural and economic links. The deal does not restore France’s former permanent bases. Digital Skills: Chad’s talks with Russia explored online public services, cybersecurity and training for digital jobs, but produced no signed agreement or confirmed investment. Health: Kuwaiti charity Al-Najat says it completed 400 eye surgeries for Chadian patients and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 people are waiting for treatment. Food and Livelihoods: UN agencies warn that conflict, climate shocks and poor access to aid are worsening hunger across the Sahel. Around Lake Chad, fishers and traders keep food moving despite insecurity, supporting livelihoods across a basin that includes Chad. Higher Education: As Egyptian universities expand abroad, a new commentary asks who sets the rules at campuses in N’Djamena and other African cities.

Digital Skills: Chad discussed Russian support for online public services, cybersecurity and digital-job training, though no deal or investment was announced. Health: A Kuwaiti charity says it completed 400 eye surgeries for Chadian patients and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 people remain on the waiting list. Food Security: A UN report warns Chad is highly exposed to extreme weather and hosts the Sahel’s largest refugee population, adding pressure to already vulnerable communities. Lake Chad Livelihoods: Fishers and traders continue moving food despite conflict and dangerous routes, sustaining a supply chain relied on by millions across the basin, including in Chad. Culture & Community: Nigerians in Douala marked their independence anniversary with music, dance and a unity football match, celebrating cultural ties between Nigeria and Cameroon.

Food Security: A new UN report warns that conflict, climate shocks and poor humanitarian access are pushing millions toward severe hunger. Chad is among the Sahel’s most climate-vulnerable countries, while food insecurity across the region has surged. Refugee Life: More than one million Sudanese refugees are sheltering in eastern Chad, many in isolated desert camps with scant medical help. Women and children make up 87% of the refugee population. Health Care: Kuwaiti charity Al-Najat has provided 400 cataract and eye surgeries for Chadian patients and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 people remain on the waiting list. Lake Chad Livelihoods: Despite conflict and shrinking catches, local fishers and traders keep food moving across the basin, where millions depend on the lake for fishing, farming and livestock.

Food Insecurity: A new UN report warns that conflict, climate shocks and limited aid are pushing millions toward catastrophic hunger. Chad is among the world’s most weather-vulnerable countries and hosts the Sahel’s largest refugee population. Sahel Crisis: WFP says hunger has surged across the region, with 10.5 million people expected to face food shortages in Chad and four neighbouring countries. Displacement is also sharply higher than in 2019. Refugee Health: Kuwaiti charity Al-Najat says it has provided 400 cataract and other eye surgeries for Chadians and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 people remain on waiting lists. Life in Exile: More than one million Sudanese refugees are sheltering in eastern Chad, where women and children make up most of the population. Families face dire conditions and limited medical help. Development and Livelihoods: Chad’s talks with the Islamic Development Bank covered possible support for water, agriculture, education and human development. Across the Lake Chad region, millions rely on fishing, farming and livestock for food and income, even as conflict and climate change disrupt livelihoods.

Development: Chad and the Islamic Development Bank discussed cooperation on transport, water, agriculture, energy and education, with a focus on financing projects under the country’s Chad Connection 2030 vision. Health: A Kuwaiti charity says it has completed 400 eye surgeries for Chadians and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 patients are still waiting for treatment. Refugee Crisis: Sudanese mothers in eastern Chad face dire conditions in overcrowded desert camps, with little medical help for children affected by war and displacement. Education: An Egyptian university’s planned campus in N’Djamena raises questions about who will set the rules for students as foreign campuses expand across Africa. Lake Chad Livelihoods: Conflict has pushed fishers away from productive waters, threatening food and income for communities across the basin, including in Chad.

Development & Education: Chad’s finance minister and the Islamic Development Bank discussed cooperation on transport, water, agriculture, energy and education, with financing tied to the country’s development priorities. Health: A Kuwaiti charity says it has completed 400 eye surgeries for Chadian patients and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 people are waiting for future treatment. Refugee Support: A report from eastern Chad describes Sudanese families facing severe shortages in isolated desert camps, where many refugees are women and children and medical help is scarce. Lake Chad Livelihoods: Fishers and traders continue to supply food across the region despite conflict and dangerous routes, sustaining livelihoods for communities that depend on the lake. Higher Education: A commentary on Egyptian university expansion raises questions about the rules governing a planned campus in N’Djamena and the role of education in regional influence.

Regional Development: The Niger Basin Authority urged its nine member countries, including Chad, to speed up water and climate projects, secure funding and involve more women and young people. More than 80% of jobs across the basin depend on water resources. Health Support: Kuwaiti charity Al-Najat says it has completed 400 eye surgeries for Chadian patients and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 people are still waiting for treatment. Lake Chad Livelihoods: Fishers and traders continue supplying food across the region despite insurgent control of fishing grounds and dangerous routes. As many as 15 million people in Chad and neighbouring countries rely on the lake for farming, fishing and livestock. Refugee Crisis: More than one million Sudanese refugees are living in eastern Chad, many in isolated camps with scant medical help. Women and children make up 87% of the refugee population.

Regional Development: The Niger Basin Authority urged its nine member states, including Chad, to speed up water and infrastructure projects, secure funding and involve more women and young people. It says more than 80% of jobs across the basin are tied to water resources. Refugee Crisis: More than a million Sudanese refugees are sheltering in eastern Chad, where women and children face harsh conditions and scarce medical help, according to a report from camps near the border. Health Aid: Kuwaiti charity Al-Najat says it has completed 400 eye surgeries for Chadian patients and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 people remain on waiting lists. Bilateral Ties: Egypt and Chad signed a cooperation agreement covering pharmaceuticals, biological products and medical supplies, alongside plans for a highway linking the countries through Libya.

Health Aid: Kuwaiti charity Al-Najat says it has completed 400 cataract and eye surgeries for Chadian patients and Sudanese refugees, with more than 1,600 people still waiting for treatment. Lake Chad Livelihoods: Fishers and traders keep food moving despite conflict and dangerous routes; an estimated 15 million people across Chad and neighbouring countries depend on the lake for fishing, farming and livestock. Refugee Crisis: More than one million Sudanese refugees are sheltering in eastern Chad, many in isolated desert camps. Women and children make up 87% of the refugee population, while families face severe shortages of medical care and support. Regional Development: The Niger Basin Authority is urging member states to speed up water and climate projects, stressing that water-related work supports most jobs across the basin and can help communities build resilience. Chad-Egypt Ties: Egypt and Chad signed a cooperation agreement covering pharmaceuticals, biological products and medical supplies, alongside plans for a highway linking the countries through Libya.

Health & Relief: Kuwaiti charity Al-Najat says it has completed three medical camps in Chad, providing 400 eye surgeries to Chadian patients and Sudanese refugees; more than 1,600 people are still waiting for treatment. Lake Chad Livelihoods: Fishers and traders continue moving food through dangerous waters and routes despite insurgent control and extortion. An estimated 15 million people across the basin, including Chad, rely on the lake for fishing, farming and livestock. Regional Development: The Niger Basin Authority is urging member states, including Chad, to speed up projects and secure funding, citing the importance of water to jobs, climate resilience and opportunities for young people and women. Refugee Crisis: More than one million Sudanese refugees are sheltering in eastern Chad. Women and children make up 87% of the refugee population, while crowded desert camps face acute shortages of healthcare and aid.

Lake Chad Livelihoods: Fishers and traders keep food moving despite conflict, climate pressures and dangerous routes. As many as 15 million people across the basin, including in Chad, depend on its waters and land for food and income. Refugee Crisis: Sudanese families in eastern Chad face severe hardship in overcrowded desert camps. Women and children make up most refugees, while many lack access to medical help. Education: An Egyptian university campus planned in N’Djamena raises questions about which country’s rules will govern students and institutions. Regional Cooperation: Chad’s labour minister joined discussions in Tanzania on fairer, more sustainable labour mobility between Africa and Gulf states. Egypt and Chad also signed a cooperation deal covering pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.

Lake Chad Livelihoods: Fishers and traders keep food moving despite insurgent extortion and dangerous routes. The lake supports up to 15 million people across Chad and neighbouring countries, but conflict has pushed fishers from productive waters. Refugees in Chad: More than a million Sudanese refugees are living in isolated camps, where women and children face severe shortages of medical care and humanitarian aid. Education and Influence: An Egyptian university campus planned for N’Djamena raises questions about whose laws and rules will shape students’ lives as foreign campuses expand across Africa.

Refugee Crisis: Sudanese mothers in eastern Chad’s overcrowded desert camps face severe shortages of medical care, with one mother describing her baby’s loss of movement after shelling and pleading for help. Women and children make up 87% of Sudanese refugees in Chad, the report says. Education and Soft Power: Egypt’s expanding university presence in N’Djamena raises questions about which country’s rules govern students when disputes arise. Health Cooperation: Egypt and Chad signed an agreement on pharmaceuticals, biological products and medical supplies, alongside plans for broader cooperation.

Higher Education: Egypt’s expanding university presence in Africa includes a campus in N’Djamena, raising questions about which country’s rules will govern students and institutions. Refugee Crisis: More than one million Sudanese refugees are sheltering in eastern Chad, many in isolated camps with little access to care; mothers describe being unable to get help for sick children. Regional Security: Funding and equipment gaps are straining the Lake Chad multinational force, which includes Chad; Niger has suspended participation, and Chad has previously threatened to withdraw. Egypt-Chad Ties: The two countries signed a cooperation agreement on pharmaceuticals, biological products and medical supplies, and have a highway linking them through Libya in the works.

Refugee Crisis: More than one million Sudanese refugees are living in isolated camps in eastern Chad, where women and children make up most of the population. One mother told The Independent that her baby lost motor skills after shelling in El Fasher, but she has been unable to find help in the camp. Health Cooperation: Egypt and Chad signed an agreement to cooperate on pharmaceuticals, biological products and medical supplies.