Chad

Chad's President Déby Wins Prestigious African Peace Prize Amid Criticism Over Human Rights and Economic Stagnation

Chad's President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has been awarded the 2026 African Peace Prize, a recognition of his efforts to promote peace and stability in Chad. However, critics argue that these reforms have largely benefited the ruling elite, with many Chadians struggling to access basic services such as healthcare and education.

politics•2/8/2026

Cholera Outbreak Devastates Eastern Chad Refugee Camps: 'A Wake-Up Call for Global Aid Fatigue'

In eastern Chad's Sudanese camps, a devastating cholera outbreak is claiming lives among thousands of displaced and refugee families. The humanitarian crisis deepens, with reports of emergency healthcare shortages growing, as hundreds have died from the disease.

health•2/7/2026