AGP Executive Report

Lake Chad Basin Crisis: UNHCR says insecurity across the Lake Chad region is worsening fast, with 3.5 million people displaced and 8.2 million needing help; security incidents rose sharply and violence is spreading beyond the northeast. Chad’s Foreign Policy Pushback: Chad’s foreign ministry rejects allegations it helped plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it part of a disinformation campaign. Tech for Chad’s Data Future: Chad is seeking US firm Cybastion’s support to operationalize its national data centre, covering digital infrastructure, satellite links, cyber security and digital health. UAE–Chad Talks: President Mahamat Idriss Déby met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi to expand cooperation on trade, development and renewable energy, including negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership. Sudan Border Humanitarian Pressure: MSF reports a “sex-for-aid” scandal involving staff in eastern Chad camps, while UN warnings highlight siege-like conditions and escalating violence in Sudan’s Kordofan. Water Access in Southern Chad: A China-aided project in Mandoul and Salamat has delivered hundreds of hand-pump wells and water stations, easing long journeys for unsafe water. Youth & Sport: New Youth and Sports Minister Naïr Abakar is betting on sport to drive youth empowerment and national cohesion.

Chad Denies Destabilization Claims: Chad’s Foreign Ministry has flatly rejected accusations that it was involved in a plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it part of a wider disinformation campaign meant to damage bilateral ties. UAE-Chad Deal Talks: In Abu Dhabi, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, with both sides pushing a UAE-Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement and cooperation on trade, development, and renewable energy. Cybastion for Data Centre: Chad is seeking support from US tech firm Cybastion to operationalize its national data centre, including work on auditing, certification, and security. Sudan Crisis Hits Kordofan: A drone strike in Delling, South Kordofan killed two children and injured their mother as violence escalated, while humanitarian groups warn of worsening “siege-like” conditions. Humanitarian Accountability Shock: A leaked MSF internal probe alleges “sex-for-aid” abuse by staff in Chad refugee camps, leading to sacking 18 workers and renewed scrutiny of NGO oversight. Water Access in Southern Chad: A China-aided project in Mandoul and Salamat has delivered hundreds of hand-pump wells and water stations, cutting the daily burden of unsafe water collection.

Sudan Crisis in the Spotlight: UN and partners warn Sudan is sliding toward another human rights catastrophe, with El Obeid in North Kordofan facing “siege-like conditions” for 18 months—drone strikes, water shortages, and reports of executions, abductions, torture, and sexual violence. Chad–UAE Diplomacy: In Abu Dhabi, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to push a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement and expand cooperation on trade, development, and renewable energy. Digital Infrastructure Push: Chad is seeking US tech firm Cybastion’s support to operationalize its national data centre, with a focus on digital infrastructure, satellite connectivity, cyber security, and digital health. Humanitarian Aid Under Scrutiny: A new report alleges MSF staff in eastern Chad abused refugees in camps, including “sex-for-aid” claims; MSF says it sacked 18 staff after an internal probe. Accountability at the ICC: Rights groups have asked the ICC to investigate alleged foreign support for atrocity crimes in Sudan’s Darfur, naming the UAE and intermediaries including officials from Chad. Water Access in Southern Chad: A China-aided project in Mandoul and Salamat is expanding wells and centralized water stations, bringing cleaner water after years of long, unsafe journeys.

UAE–Chad Diplomacy: President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi to push a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with talks also covering trade, development and renewable energy. Humanitarian Spotlight: MSF launched a free virtual reality exhibition in Madrid, “Forced Hope,” using Sudanese displacement stories to show how refugees’ lives intersect with Chad camps. Aid Accountability Shock: A new report alleges antisemitism and weak accountability inside some NGOs, while separate coverage highlights MSF’s own “sex-for-aid” scandal involving alleged exploitation of refugees in eastern Chad and staff sacked after an internal probe. Water for Southern Chad: A China-aided project in Mandoul and Salamat is expanding access to safer water, including hundreds of hand-pump wells and centralized supply stations. Justice Push on Sudan War: Rights groups urged the ICC to investigate alleged foreign support for atrocities in Darfur, naming UAE-linked routes that reportedly pass through Chad.

UAE–Chad Diplomacy: President Sheikh Mohamed met Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby in Abu Dhabi, agreeing to expand cooperation in economy, trade, development and renewable energy, and pushing forward negotiations on a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (Cepa). Humanitarian Spotlight: MSF launched a virtual reality exhibition in Madrid, “Forced Hope,” using the story of a Sudanese displaced worker now in Chad to show the scale of suffering after the war. Security Update: Chad authorities arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, son of Boko Haram’s late founder, along with alleged jihadists, in a major reported blow against extremist networks linked to ISWAP/Boko Haram. Water & Development: A China-aided project in southern Chad is delivering hand-pump wells, centralized water stations and latrines to Mandoul and Salamat, easing long daily journeys for unsafe water. Accountability in Aid: A report says MSF staff in eastern Chad were accused of “sex-for-aid” abuses against refugees, leading to sackings and bans.

UAE–Chad Diplomacy: UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed met Chad President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno in Abu Dhabi, reviewing ties on trade, development and renewable energy, and pushing a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Sudan War Accountability: Rights groups urged the ICC to investigate alleged foreign support for atrocities in Darfur, naming UAE-linked backing to Sudan’s RSF and citing transit routes through Chad and Libya. Humanitarian Spotlight: MSF launched a free “Forced Hope” virtual reality exhibit in Madrid, using a Chad-based Sudanese staffer’s story to show displacement after fleeing West Darfur and arriving in Chad refugee camps. Security in Chad: Chad police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, son of Boko Haram founder Mohammed Yusuf, along with alleged jihadists, as authorities describe a major blow to extremist networks. Chad Development: A China-aided water project in southern Chad is delivering hundreds of hand-pump wells and centralized stations, easing long unsafe water walks. Aid Scandal: MSF says it sacked staff after an internal probe into alleged “sex-for-aid” abuses in eastern Chad refugee settlements.

UAE–Chad Diplomacy: Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, reviewing ties on trade, development and renewable energy, and discussing a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Sudan Accountability: A coalition of rights groups has asked the ICC to investigate alleged foreign support for atrocities in Sudan’s Darfur, naming UAE and regional intermediaries including officials linked to Chad. Humanitarian Scandal: Doctors Without Borders (MSF) says it sacked 18 staff after an internal probe found “sex-for-aid” abuse of refugees in eastern Chad along the Sudan border. Security in the Region: Chad police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, son of Boko Haram founder Mohammed Yusuf, alleging links to ISWAP. Fact Check: A viral X video claiming ISWAP used 15-year-old boys in a Sokoto attack was labeled false after investigators found it was recycled from earlier footage. Water Access in Southern Chad: A China-aided project in Mandoul and Salamat has delivered hundreds of hand-pump wells and water stations, easing long daily trips for unsafe water.

ICC Probe: Rights groups have asked the International Criminal Court to investigate alleged foreign support for atrocities in Sudan’s Darfur, naming UAE and Libyan-linked officials and alleging weapons and logistics routes that pass through Chad and other regional hubs. Sudan War Crimes: A separate UN report says conflict-related sexual violence in Sudan is being used systematically as a weapon of war, with most verified incidents tied to RSF-linked forces. UAE/RSF Support: Investigations describe UAE-backed training camps in Libya for RSF fighters, with sources alleging supplies were “all Emirati.” Humanitarian Abuse in Chad: Doctors Without Borders says it sacked staff after an internal probe found “sex-for-aid” abuse of vulnerable refugees in eastern Chad camps along the Sudan border. Security in Chad: Chad Police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, son of Boko Haram’s late founder, and five alleged jihadists, calling it a major blow against extremist networks. Water Access in Southern Chad: A China-aided project in Mandoul and Salamat has expanded wells and water stations, bringing safer water to communities after years of long, unsafe journeys. Climate Finance Tech: Chad signed a deal using Aptos blockchain to verify sovereign environmental/climate credits, aiming at a potentially $100B pipeline.

Clean Water Push: China-backed drilling is bringing safer water to southern Chad, with Mandoul and Salamat seeing 500+ hand-pump wells, 57 centralized stations, and 100+ public latrines since late 2024. Humanitarian Abuse Allegations: Doctors Without Borders (MSF) says it sacked 18 staff after an internal probe into alleged “sex-for-aid” exploitation of refugees in eastern Chad along the Sudan border. Sudan War Spillover: UN reporting says sexual violence in Sudan is being used as a weapon of war, with most verified incidents tied to RSF-linked forces—while women in Chad refugee camps describe hunger and fear after fleeing Darfur. Justice Moves: A coalition of rights groups has asked the ICC to investigate alleged foreign support for atrocity crimes in Darfur, naming UAE and intermediaries including officials linked to Chad. Security Crackdown: Chad police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, son of Boko Haram’s late founder, along with alleged jihadists, in a major blow against extremist networks. Climate Finance Tech: Chad signed a deal using Aptos blockchain verification to manage sovereign environmental assets and climate credits.

Refugee Housing Push: The Arada Foundation, partnering with The Big Heart Foundation, says every home sold by developer Arada in Australia, the UAE and the UK will help fund housing for vulnerable families, with a minimum target of 4,000 homes a year—some linked to Chad. Darfur Crisis on the Ground: In eastern Chad’s Iridimi camp, Sudanese mothers describe hunger and fear after fleeing renewed fighting in Darfur, underscoring how quickly displacement deepens. Extremism Crackdown: Chad police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, son of Boko Haram’s late founder, plus five alleged jihadists, in a major blow against ISWAP/Boko Haram networks in the Lake Chad Basin. Sudan War Crimes Pressure: A coalition of rights groups urged the ICC to investigate alleged foreign support for atrocities in Darfur, naming regional backers including Chad. Sexual Violence Alarm: The UN reports conflict-related rape and sexual slavery in Sudan used systematically as a weapon of war, with most verified incidents tied to RSF-linked forces. Climate Finance Deal: Chad signed a deal using Aptos blockchain verification via Xange to manage sovereign environmental assets under the Paris Agreement, tied to a potential $100B-plus pipeline of climate credits.

Education & Inequality: A new global literacy roundup puts Chad at the bottom, with adult literacy around 30.63% and a wide gender gap (female 18.2% vs men 35.4%), tied to poverty and barriers to schooling. Culture & Environment: In Ennedi, Chad’s rock art is being used to map a greener Sahara past, with carvings of animals suggesting wetter cycles long ago. Security: Chad police say they arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, the 18-year-old son of Boko Haram’s founder, along with alleged jihadists, in a move framed as a major blow to extremist networks around the Lake Chad Basin. Humanitarian Crisis: Reports from eastern Chad describe mothers in Darfur refugee camps facing starvation and hunger as displacement continues. Climate Finance & Tech: Chad signed a deal using Aptos blockchain verification via Xange to manage sovereign environmental assets under the Paris Agreement, tied to a potentially $100B climate-credits pipeline.

Education Crisis: A new global ranking highlights Chad as the weakest performer on adult literacy, with adult literacy around 30.63% and a sharp gender gap (female 18.2% vs men 35.4%), tied to poverty and limited schooling access. Culture & Heritage: In Ennedi, new findings from the reserve’s rock art show the Sahara once supported lush wildlife, with carvings depicting elephants, giraffes and crocodiles. Security in the Lake Chad Basin: Chad Police say they arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, the 18-year-old son of Boko Haram’s founder, along with alleged jihadists, described as a major blow to extremist networks. Humanitarian Alarm: Reports from Chad-linked refugee areas underscore hunger and mental health strain as Sudan’s war drives mass displacement, while the UN warns sexual violence in Sudan has been used as a weapon of war. Climate Finance Tech: Chad signed a deal using Aptos blockchain to verify sovereign environmental assets under the Paris Agreement, aiming at a potentially $100B-plus pipeline of climate credits. Trade & Logistics: Cameroon suspended a mandatory electronic cargo tracking note on routes to Chad and CAR, responding to complaints about added paperwork and delays.

Chad Security: Chad Police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, the 18-year-old son of Boko Haram’s late founder, along with five alleged jihadists, in a major reported blow against extremist networks in the Lake Chad Basin. Sudan Crisis in Chad Camps: Aid workers warn that conflict-related sexual violence in Sudan is creating a mental health emergency, with UN findings describing rape and sexual slavery used as weapons of war—while displaced mothers in eastern Chad report starvation and desperation under trees. Climate Finance & Tech: Chad signed a deal to use Aptos blockchain verification for sovereign environmental assets under the Paris Agreement, aiming to support a potentially $100B-plus pipeline of climate credits. Trade & Logistics: Cameroon suspended the Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (BESC) on Douala–N’Djamena and Douala–Bangui routes after complaints from Chad and the Central African Republic about added paperwork and higher costs. Regional Business Support: The IFC approved about CFA5 billion for Cameroon logistics firm Catramp to expand and modernize logistics serving Chad and CAR.

Security & Extremism: Chadian authorities arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, the 18-year-old son of Boko Haram’s late founder, along with five alleged jihadists, in a major reported blow to ISWAP-linked networks across the Lake Chad Basin. Humanitarian Crisis: In eastern Chad, Sudanese mothers and families fleeing Darfur describe starvation and desperation in refugee camps after RSF offensives, with hunger and displacement worsening day by day. Conflict-Related Sexual Violence: A UN human rights report says rape and sexual slavery have been used systematically as weapons of war in Sudan since 2023, with most verified incidents attributed to RSF-linked forces—raising urgent mental health and protection needs in camps bordering Chad. Climate Finance & Governance: Chad signed a deal using Aptos blockchain as a verification backbone for sovereign environmental assets under the Paris Agreement, aiming to manage potentially $100B-plus climate credits. Regional Trade Logistics: Cameroon suspended mandatory electronic cargo tracking for goods moving to Chad and the Central African Republic, citing delays and added costs along the Douala-N’Djamena and Douala-Bangui corridors.

Security in the Lake Chad Basin: Chad Police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, the 18-year-old son of Boko Haram’s late founder, along with five alleged jihadists, in what officials and security experts call a major blow to extremist networks. Humanitarian crisis at the border: Displaced Sudanese mothers in eastern Chad say they are running out of food and shelter under trees after fleeing fighting in Darfur, with hunger now driving daily survival fears. Sudan conflict-linked sexual violence: The UN human rights office reports rape and sexual slavery used systematically as weapons of war in Sudan since 2023, with most verified incidents attributed to RSF-linked forces. Chad climate finance push: Chad signed a deal to use Aptos blockchain as a verification backbone for sovereign environmental assets under the Paris Agreement, aiming to manage potentially $100B+ in climate credits. Regional trade logistics: Cameroon suspended mandatory Electronic Cargo Tracking Notes on goods moving to Chad and CAR via Douala corridors, citing operator complaints about delays and added costs.

Chad Security: Chad Police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, the 18-year-old son of Boko Haram’s late founder, along with five alleged jihadists, in a major blow against extremist networks in the Lake Chad Basin. Refugee Crisis: Women fleeing Sudan’s war are arriving in eastern Chad starving and exhausted, with reports of families going days without food in camps like Iridimi. Conflict & Rights: The UN says sexual violence in Sudan has been used systematically as a weapon of war, with most verified incidents linked to RSF-affiliated forces, warning that impunity will fuel more violence. Climate Finance & Tech: Chad signed a deal using Aptos blockchain to verify sovereign environmental assets under the Paris Agreement, aiming to support a potentially $100B-plus pipeline of climate credits. Regional Trade: Cameroon suspended mandatory electronic cargo tracking notes on routes serving Chad and the Central African Republic, citing corridor delays and paperwork burdens. Local Community: The Record Exchange in Boise is set to celebrate Record Store Day Saturday, highlighting how physical music spaces support mental health and community.