June 03
Chad: Chad Is Making Arabic Equal to French in Schools - the Politics Behind the Move
In most multilingual African countries, language policy is a highly charged and controversial issue. It touches on regional identity, religion and political power - as is evident… Read more »
September 07, 2025
Chad: Military Force Isn't the Solution for Lake Chad Basin Conflict - the Key Is Rebuilding Local Economies
Fatima, a fisherwoman on Lake Chad, sets out at dawn not just to make a living from the shrinking waters, but to pay a "tax". Before casting her net, she must hand over part of her… Read more »
August 26, 2025
Chad: What Makes Lake Iro in Chad So Special? It's Not Just a Viral Sunglint Photo
Lake Iro in Chad was in the news in early August 2025 after a picture taken by a NASA astronaut was published showing it looking like a large, circular silver mirror as sunlight… Read more »
August 12, 2025
Chad: Succès Masra - How Chad's Opposition Firebrand Came to Be Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
Chad's opposition firebrand and a former prime minister, Succès Masra, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on 9 August. He was accused of inciting violence and hate speech… Read more »
