François (Ngarta) Tombalbaye (1918-1975): First President of Chad
François Tombalbaye, who later changed his name to Ngarta Tombalbaye, represents a pivotal and complex figure in Chad's modern history. ...
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Chad grants amnesty to former mayor Zen Bada
Zen Bada, who previously served as Mayor of N’Djamena, was convicted in 2012 on charges of forgery, using false documents, ...
Chad says foiled attack on presidency was work of disorganised, intoxicated group
An foiled attack on Chad's presidential compound overnight was carried out by a disorganised band of intoxicated men wielding knives ...
Chadian opposition coalition calls for vote boycott, claims lack of democracy
As Chad’s legislative and local elections scheduled for December 29 approach, a heated debate is unfolding on the streets of ...
Hundreds of Chadians demonstrate for the “departure of France”
Hundreds of people demonstrated in Chad on Friday to demand the withdrawal of French troops from the country, a week ...
Chad: River in flood-hit capital, N’Djamena, surges to record level
The Logone River in Chad's capital has risen to its highest level in 30-40 years, the authorities said on Wednesday, ...
Chad interim president kicks off campaign for vote set to end junta rule
Chad's interim President Mahamat Idriss Deby kicked off his presidential campaign on Sunday for an election next month meant to ...
Forensic experts say Chad opposition figure was likely shot at point-blank range
A prominent Chadian opposition leader, who was killed in February by government troops, appears to have been shot in the ...
Chad’s interim leader Mahamat Idriss Deby confirms plan to run for president
Chad's interim President Mahamat Idriss Deby said on Saturday he plans to run in this year's long-awaited presidential race. Deby's ...
Chad: Appointment of Succès Masra as new Prime Minister sparks mixed reactions
Succès Masra, an opposition figure, was announced as the new Prime Minister of the 5th Republic of Chad following a ...
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