Chad has entered a decisive phase in implementing its National Development Plan (PND). On 19 November, President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno met with the Prime Minister, several government members, and the heads of major institutions to review progress. During the briefing, he emphasized that the “Chad Connection 2030” vision stems directly from his political program, which he described as a “contract of trust sealed with the sovereign people of Chad during the presidential election.”
The Head of State instructed the Prime Minister to establish a dedicated committee. This body will oversee the rollout of projects included in the PND. According to the President, swift and complete execution of the PND is now a national priority. The plan serves as a clear roadmap, built around 268 ambitious projects that touch every vital sector.
He also highlighted the importance of the 125 reforms outlined in the PND framework. These reforms aim to improve governance and create a healthier business climate. “They form the keystone that will strengthen our economic environment,” he said.
The President then delivered a strong message about Africa’s path forward. He recalled that experience shows how often African nations rise toward progress only to be pushed back. “That era is over,” he insisted.
Turning directly to Chadian investors abroad, the President issued a call to action. He urged them to reinvest at home and to participate in the country’s transformation. “Your homeland needs your expertise, your capital, and your confidence in its future,” he declared.
Chad now seeks to activate every lever of national potential. The government believes that with united effort—domestic and diaspora alike—the “Chad Connection 2030” vision can reshape the nation’s trajectory.
Djinodji SOLMENGAR
