AGP Executive Report

Sudan Humanitarian Crisis: The UN warns another catastrophe is unfolding in El Obeid, North Kordofan, as siege-like conditions, drone strikes, and shortages fuel reports of executions, abductions, torture, and conflict-related sexual violence; UNHRC is set to hold an emergency session over fears for about 500,000 civilians. Lake Chad Basin Displacement: UNHCR says insecurity across Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria has forced 3.5 million people to flee, with 8.2 million needing aid, as security incidents surge and access remains restricted. Chad Border Security: Chad’s anti-illegal migration agency says it stopped a bid to smuggle 74 undocumented people deep into the desert south of Al-Wahat, detaining 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese for legal processing. Chad-UAE Ties: Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi to push a UAE-Chad comprehensive economic partnership and expand cooperation on trade, development and renewable energy. Regional Politics: Chad’s foreign ministry rejects allegations that it planned to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it a disinformation campaign. Security in Sudan’s West Darfur: Sudan’s army says it retook Kulbus near the Chadian border, while RSF has not commented. Wildlife Under Threat: Conservationists warn vulture populations around N’Djamena are being hit by poisoning linked to belief-based demand spreading from West Africa.

Belfast Knife Attack Probe: Northern Ireland police told a Westminster committee they still don’t know the Belfast knife suspect’s origin, saying Hadi Alodid “may potentially be from Chad and not Sudan,” after earlier claims of Somalia and then Sudan. Education in Chad: A new global education ranking highlights Chad’s very low adult literacy and schooling, with female literacy far below men. Lake Chad Basin Crisis: UNHCR warns insecurity is pushing the Lake Chad Basin toward a “dangerous tipping point,” with 3.5 million displaced and 8.2 million needing aid across Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria. Border Smuggling Foiled in Chad: Chad’s anti-illegal migration agency says it stopped a bid to move 74 undocumented migrants south of Al-Wahat, after they entered from the Chadian border. Chad Rejects CAR Destabilization Claims: Chad’s foreign ministry denies allegations it was involved in a plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it disinformation. UAE–Chad Talks: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed met Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby in Abu Dhabi, discussing a UAE–Chad economic partnership and renewable energy cooperation.

Education in Focus: Chad is flagged as the world’s lowest performer on adult literacy, with adults averaging just 2.3 years of schooling and a sharp gender gap (female literacy 18.2% vs 35.4% for men). Border Security: In the Al-Wahat desert, Chad’s anti-illegal migration agency stopped a bid to smuggle 74 undocumented migrants, detaining 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese after they crossed from the Chadian border. Lake Chad Crisis: UNHCR warns insecurity across the Lake Chad Basin has displaced over 3.5 million people and pushed 8.2 million into need of aid, with security incidents up sharply since 2024. Humanitarian Pressure: MSF is spotlighting Sudan’s displacement through a virtual reality exhibition in Chad’s refugee context, while UN agencies stress worsening conditions and access constraints. Regional Diplomacy: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed met Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby in Abu Dhabi to expand cooperation, including a UAE-Chad economic partnership push. Wildlife Under Threat: Conservationists warn vultures in and around N’Djamena are increasingly targeted through poisoning linked to belief-based demand spreading from West Africa.

Vulture Crisis in Central Africa: Conservationists warn that belief-driven vulture poaching is spreading from Nigeria and Benin into Central Africa, with researchers documenting hooded vultures disappearing around slaughterhouses and landfill sites near N’Djamena, Chad. Lake Chad Basin Humanitarian Alarm: UNHCR says insecurity is displacing more than 3.5 million people across Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria, with 8.2 million needing aid as violence and attacks surge and humanitarian access tightens. Border Security Crackdown: Chad’s anti-illegal migration agency says it stopped a bid to smuggle 74 undocumented migrants south of Al-Wahat, detaining 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese and transferring them for legal processing. Chad Rejects CAR Destabilization Claims: Chad’s foreign ministry denies allegations that it is behind a plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it a disinformation campaign aimed at harming regional trust. UAE-Chad Ties: Leaders in Abu Dhabi discussed expanding cooperation, including a UAE-Chad comprehensive economic partnership and renewable energy. Sudan Conflict Spillover: Fighting near the Chadian border continues as Sudan’s army claims it retook Kulbus, a strategic town, amid reports of shifting control and cross-border pressures. Humanitarian Misconduct Scandal: MSF says it sacked staff after an internal probe into alleged “sex-for-aid” abuses in eastern Chad refugee camps.

Chad–UAE Diplomacy: President Mahamat Idriss Déby 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. Border Security & Migration: Chad’s anti-illegal migration agency in Al-Wahat says it stopped a bid to smuggle 74 undocumented people south of Al-Wahat, detaining 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese for legal processing. Regional Crisis Watch (Lake Chad Basin): UNHCR warns insecurity across Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria has displaced 3.5+ million people and that 8.2 million need aid, with violence rising sharply since 2024. Humanitarian Access (Adré Crossing): The UN welcomed Sudan’s decision to keep the Adré border crossing open until Sept. 30 to sustain aid into Darfur and Kordofan despite clashes near the Chad border. Darfur–Chad Frontline Fighting: Sudan’s army says it retook Kulbus, a strategic town near the Chadian border, while fighting and siege-like conditions continue to worsen in nearby areas. Information War: Chad’s foreign ministry rejects allegations that it is involved in a plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it disinformation. Aid Accountability: MSF reports alleged “sex-for-aid” abuses by staff in eastern Chad camps, leading to sackings and bans.

Chad–UAE Diplomacy: President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, with both sides pushing a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement and cooperation on trade, development and renewable energy. Sudan–Chad Border Aid Access: The UN welcomed Sudan’s decision to keep the Adré border crossing open until Sept. 30, helping sustain humanitarian deliveries as insecurity worsens near the Chadian border. Lake Chad Humanitarian Crisis: UNHCR warns the Lake Chad Basin is nearing a “dangerous tipping point,” with 3.5 million displaced and 8.2 million needing aid as violence and incidents surge. Border Security / Migration: Chad’s anti-illegal migration agency in Al-Wahat stopped an attempt to smuggle 74 undocumented migrants, including 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese, after they crossed from the Chadian border. Regional Tensions: Chad’s foreign ministry rejected allegations of involvement in a plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it a disinformation campaign. Humanitarian Accountability: MSF says it sacked staff after an internal probe into “sex-for-aid” abuses in Chad’s Sudan-border camps.

Lake Chad Humanitarian Alarm: UNHCR says insecurity across the Lake Chad Basin has forcibly displaced 3.5 million people and that 8.2 million now need aid, warning the crisis is nearing a “dangerous tipping point” as security incidents surge. Border Security & Migration: Chad’s anti-illegal migration agency in Al-Wahat says it stopped an attempt to smuggle 74 undocumented migrants (44 Chadians, 30 Sudanese) after they crossed from the Chadian border, with detainees transferred for legal processing. Chad Rejects CAR Destabilisation Claims: Chad’s foreign ministry denies allegations it was involved in a plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it part of a disinformation campaign. UAE-Chad Talks in Abu Dhabi: President Mahamat Idriss Déby met UAE leaders to push a UAE-Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement and expand cooperation in trade, development and renewable energy. Sudan Aid Corridor Extended: The UN welcomed Sudan’s decision to keep the Adre border crossing open until Sept. 30, supporting humanitarian deliveries despite insecurity and cholera concerns. Water Project in Southern Chad: A China-aided water supply effort in Mandoul and Salamat is delivering hundreds of wells and water stations, easing long walks for unsafe water.

Lake Chad Humanitarian Crisis: UNHCR warns the Lake Chad Basin is nearing a “dangerous tipping point,” with 3.5 million people forcibly displaced and 8.2 million needing aid as insecurity drives a sharp rise in attacks and fatalities across Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria. Border Security: Chad’s anti-illegal migration agency in Al-Wahat says it stopped an attempt to smuggle 74 undocumented migrants south of Al-Wahat, detaining 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese and transferring them for legal processing. Chad–CAR Dispute: Chad’s foreign ministry rejects allegations of involvement in a plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling it part of a disinformation campaign. UAE–Chad Talks: In Abu Dhabi, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed met Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby to push a UAE–Chad economic partnership and expand cooperation in trade, development and renewable energy. Sudan Spillover: The Sudanese army says it retook Kulbus, a strategic town near the Chadian border, as fighting continues in Darfur. Aid Access in Sudan: The UN welcomed Sudan’s decision to keep the Adre border crossing open until Sept. 30 to sustain humanitarian deliveries despite insecurity. Local Development: A China-aided water project is bringing wells and water stations to southern Chad communities, easing long journeys for safe water.

Lake Chad Crisis: UNHCR warns the Lake Chad Basin is nearing a dangerous tipping point as insecurity worsens, with 3.5 million people forcibly displaced and 8.2 million needing aid. Border Security: Chad’s anti-illegal migration agency says it stopped a bid to smuggle 74 undocumented migrants south of Al-Wahat, detaining 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese and transferring them for legal processing. Sudan Humanitarian Pressure: The UN says Sudan will keep the Adre border crossing open until Sept. 30 to sustain aid delivery despite clashes near the Chadian border and rising health risks, including cholera. Chad–UAE Talks: In Abu Dhabi, President Mahamat Idriss Déby met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed to push a UAE–Chad economic partnership and expand cooperation in trade, development and renewable energy. Accountability in Aid: A report alleges MSF staff in Chad exploited refugees in “sex-for-aid” abuses, leading to sackings and bans. Water for Southern Chad: A China-aided project in Mandoul and Salamat is delivering hundreds of hand-pump wells and water stations to cut unsafe, long journeys for water.

Chad Denies CAR Destabilization Claims: Chad’s Foreign Ministry rejected allegations that it was involved in a plan to destabilize the Central African Republic, calling the claims part of a wider disinformation campaign meant to damage bilateral ties and trust in the region. UAE–Chad Talks: In Abu Dhabi, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to expand cooperation on the economy, trade, development and renewable energy, including progress toward a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Sudan War Spillover Near Chad: Sudan’s army says it retook Kulbus, a strategic town near the Chadian border, as fighting intensifies in Darfur; the UN also welcomed Sudan’s decision to keep the Adre border crossing open until Sept. 30 to sustain aid despite insecurity. Humanitarian Pressure in Sudan: The UN Human Rights Council is set for an urgent session over warnings of mass atrocities in North Kordofan, where drone strikes and siege-like conditions are reported to be worsening for hundreds of thousands of civilians. Aid Community in Chad Under Scrutiny: A leaked MSF internal probe alleges “sex-for-aid” abuse by staff in eastern Chad refugee areas, leading to sackings and bans. Regional Governance Link: Togo’s constitutional court and parliament leaders engaged Chad and Gabon to deepen cooperation on constitutional and parliamentary institutions.

Sudan Humanitarian Crisis: The UN says the Adre border crossing with Chad will stay open until Sept. 30 to keep aid flowing as fighting and drone strikes worsen conditions in Darfur and Kordofan. Atrocity Warnings: The UN Human Rights Council is set for an emergency session over fears of mass atrocities around El Obeid in North Kordofan, where “siege-like” conditions and intensifying drone attacks are reported. Darfur Frontline Update: Sudan’s army and allied forces claim they retook Kulbus, a strategic town near the Chadian border, though the RSF has not commented and claims can’t be independently verified. UAE-Chad Diplomacy: In Abu Dhabi, Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to push a UAE-Chad economic partnership and expand cooperation on trade, development and renewable energy. Aid in Chad: MSF launched a free “Forced Hope” virtual reality exhibition in Madrid, using a Chad refugee’s story to spotlight the scale of displacement from Sudan. Local Governance: Chad Ray was sworn in as District 3 Commissioner after Charlie Cartwright’s death, with other local appointments and November elections outlined.

Sudan Crisis in the Spotlight: The UN Human Rights Council is set for an urgent emergency session after warnings that about 500,000 civilians around el-Obeid in North Kordofan face an “imminent catastrophe,” with drone strikes and siege-like shortages raising fears of fresh atrocities. Darfur Frontline Near Chad: Sudan’s army and allied forces claim they have retaken Kulbus, a strategic town near the Chadian border, though the RSF has not commented and the claims can’t be independently verified. Aid Route Kept Open: The UN welcomed Sudan’s decision to extend the Adre border crossing with Chad until Sept. 30 to sustain humanitarian deliveries despite insecurity and communications disruptions. UAE-Chad Talks: In Abu Dhabi, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed met Chad President Mahamat Idriss Déby to push a UAE-Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership and expand cooperation in trade, development and renewable energy. Humanitarian Scandal in Chad: MSF says it has sacked staff after an internal probe into alleged “sex-for-aid” abuses in eastern Chad refugee areas, including claims of exploitation of minors. Local Governance Link: Togo’s parliamentary leadership visited Chad to deepen constitutional and parliamentary cooperation, including a call for stronger regional dialogue.

UAE–Chad Summit: President Sheikh Mohamed met Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno in Abu Dhabi, agreeing to deepen ties on the economy, trade, development and renewable energy, and to push forward negotiations on a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Sudan Border Fighting: Sudan’s army and allied Joint Forces said they retook Kulbus, a strategic town near the Chadian border in West Darfur, while the RSF has not commented; the UN also welcomed Sudan’s decision to keep the Adre border crossing open until Sept. 30 to sustain aid delivery amid insecurity. Humanitarian Pressure in Chad: MSF launched a “Forced Hope” virtual reality exhibition in Spain, using real footage to spotlight the Sudan crisis and the experiences of people displaced into Chad. Aid Accountability Scandal: A new report alleges widespread antisemitism and lack of accountability inside NGOs, with former staff describing systemic problems. Chad Security & Extremism: Chad authorities arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, alleged to be linked to ISWAP, along with five suspected jihadists, in a major blow to extremist networks in the Lake Chad Basin. Local Development: A China-aided water project in southern Chad is bringing hundreds of hand-pump wells and centralized water stations to Mandoul and Salamat communities.

Sudan–Chad Border Aid: The UN welcomed Sudan’s decision to keep the Adré border crossing open until Sept. 30, saying it will help sustain humanitarian deliveries despite insecurity and disruptions. Darfur Frontline Update: Sudanese forces and allied Joint Forces claim they retook Kulbus, a strategic town near the Chadian border in West Darfur, though the RSF has not commented and the claims can’t be independently verified. UAE–Chad Diplomacy: UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed met Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno in Abu Dhabi, reviewing cooperation on trade, development and renewable energy, and discussing a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Humanitarian Accountability: MSF says it has sacked staff after an internal probe into alleged “sex-for-aid” abuses in eastern Chad camps hosting Sudanese refugees. Security Crackdown in Chad: Chad police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, son of Boko Haram’s late founder, along with five alleged jihadists, in a major blow against extremist networks. Water for Southern Chad: A China-aided project is expanding safe water in Mandoul and Salamat, delivering hundreds of hand-pump wells and water stations to communities long forced to travel for unsafe supplies. Business & Services: Airtel Chad introduced a new investment plan to improve network service quality amid government pressure over poor performance. Regional Justice Move: Rights groups filed to urge the ICC to investigate alleged foreign support for atrocities in Sudan’s Darfur, naming the UAE and other regional backers including intermediaries linked to Chad.

UAE–Chad diplomacy: President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, reviewing progress on trade, development and renewable energy, and discussing a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Sudan border pressure: The Sudanese army said it retook Kulbus, a strategic town near the Chadian border in West Darfur, though claims were not independently verified and the RSF did not comment. Aid access at Adré: The UN welcomed Sudan’s decision to keep the Adré border crossing open until Sept. 30 to sustain humanitarian deliveries despite insecurity and communications disruptions. Humanitarian scandal in Chad: Doctors Without Borders (MSF) says an internal probe found staff in eastern Chad allegedly exploited refugees in “sex-for-aid” abuses, leading to 18 dismissals and bans. Security in the region: Chad police arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, son of Boko Haram’s late founder, along with alleged jihadists, in a major blow against extremist networks. Local development: A China-aided water project is bringing wells and water stations to southern Chad communities, easing long daily journeys for safe water. Business and services: Airtel Chad unveiled a new investment plan to improve network quality amid government pressure over poor service performance.

Sudan–Chad Border Tension: The Sudanese army says it has retaken Kulbus, a strategic town near the Chadian border in West Darfur, after “decisive battles,” while the RSF has not commented and the claims are not independently verified. Humanitarian Access: The UN welcomed Sudan’s decision to keep the Adré border crossing open until Sept. 30, as insecurity and communications disruptions have forced some aid groups to pause operations. UAE–Chad Diplomacy: In Abu Dhabi, UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed met Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, reviewing cooperation on trade, development, and renewable energy, including talks on a UAE–Chad comprehensive economic partnership. International Criminal Court Pressure: Rights groups have asked the ICC to investigate alleged foreign support for atrocities in Darfur, naming the UAE and intermediaries linked to RSF backers, including routes said to pass through Chad. Aid Scandal in Chad: Doctors Without Borders says it sacked staff after an internal probe into alleged “sex-for-aid” abuse of vulnerable refugees in eastern Chad near the Sudan border. Local Security: Chad has arrested Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, son of Boko Haram’s late founder, along with alleged jihadists, in a major blow against extremist networks.