AGP Executive Report

Water and Conflict: A dispute over access to a pond in central Chad escalated into violence that killed 25 people and injured 22. Water, land and livestock disputes recur in the climate-vulnerable country. Lake Chad Preparedness: A five-year, US$11.7 million project will improve weather and river monitoring and flood and drought warnings across Chad and four neighboring countries. Better alerts are expected to reach 22.5 million people, including farmers and herders. Regional Power: Plans for the Cameroon–Chad electricity link include 426 kilometres of transmission lines and environmental and social safeguards. The project aims to supply Chad with up to 100 megawatts by 2030.

Energy Sector: Chad has joined WPC Energy, which says membership could bring cooperation and investment as the country develops its resources and pursues economic diversification. Water Conflict: Clashes over access to water in central Chad killed at least 25 people and wounded 22, underscoring the risks of competition over scarce water in a country highly vulnerable to climate change. Flood and Drought Warnings: A five-year, US$11.7 million Lake Chad Basin project will improve weather and river monitoring and share earlier warnings across Chad and four neighboring countries, aiming to help communities prepare for floods and droughts. Power Link: Cameroon’s first phase of a planned electricity connection to Chad is estimated to cost CFA145.2 billion and could enable 100 megawatts of power exports by 2030; the revised plan includes environmental and social management measures.

Water and Climate Pressure: At least 25 people were killed and 22 injured in central Chad after a dispute over access to a pond sparked clashes between Kreda herders and members of the Kuka community. Officials say security forces have restored relative calm, but the violence highlights how competition for scarce water can fuel conflict. Lake Chad Warnings: A five-year, US$11.7 million project will improve weather and river monitoring and deliver earlier flood and drought alerts across Chad and four neighbouring countries. The initiative aims to help communities and authorities act before hazards strike. Cleaner Power: A UK-backed pilot in N’Djamena is helping UN agencies switch from diesel generators to solar and battery power. It has cut energy costs by at least 25%, with generator use projected to fall by up to 85%.

Water Conflict: At least 25 people were killed and 22 wounded in clashes between rival communities over access to water in central Chad, the government said. Security forces have largely contained the violence, and 39 people were arrested. Chad is highly vulnerable to climate change and regularly sees deadly disputes over water, land and livestock. Flood and Drought Warnings: A five-year, US$11.7 million project will improve monitoring and early warnings across Chad and four other Lake Chad Basin countries, aiming to help communities prepare for floods and droughts. Cleaner Power: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is expected to reduce diesel-generator use by up to 85%.

Flood and Drought Readiness: A five-year, US$11.66 million Lake Chad Basin project will improve weather and river monitoring and deliver earlier warnings across Chad and four neighboring countries. More than 50 million people face flood and drought risks, but forecasts will need clear response plans and local support to protect communities. Cleaner Energy: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce diesel-generator use by 73–85%. The utility model could help humanitarian agencies lower emissions and redirect funds to frontline services.

Lake Chad Preparedness: Chad and four neighboring countries have launched a five-year, US$11.66 million project to improve flood and drought monitoring, forecasts and community warnings. More than 50 million people face climate hazards across the basin; the initiative aims to give 22.5 million people better access to alerts, while testing whether authorities can turn warnings into timely action. Cleaner Power in Chad: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce diesel-generator use by up to 85%, offering a model for cleaner energy at humanitarian sites.

Climate Preparedness: A five-year, US$11.7 million Lake Chad Basin project will improve weather and river monitoring and deliver earlier flood and drought warnings across Chad and four neighboring countries. About 22.5 million people are expected to benefit directly, though protection will depend on communities and authorities being able to act on alerts. Cleaner Energy: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce generator use by 73–85%, offering a model for humanitarian operations. Oil Exploration: Nigeria’s NNPCL has pledged to resume exploration in the Borno, or Lake Chad, Basin, where environmental safeguards and the effects of drilling were not detailed in the report.

Flood and Drought Preparedness: A five-year, US$11.7 million Lake Chad Basin project will improve monitoring and early warnings across Chad and four neighboring countries, where floods and droughts have repeatedly devastated communities. About 22.5 million people are expected to receive better alerts, but their value will depend on governments and communities being ready to act. Cleaner Energy: A UK-backed solar and battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce diesel-generator use by up to 85%, offering humanitarian agencies a cleaner alternative to costly, polluting fuel.

Flood and Drought Warnings: A new five-year, US$11.7 million Lake Chad Basin project will improve monitoring and early alerts across Chad and four neighboring countries, with warnings expected to reach 22.5 million people. Its success will depend on governments and communities being able to act on the forecasts. Cleaner Energy: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce generator use by up to 85%, offering a potential model for humanitarian operations. Lake Chad Water Debate: DR Congo President Félix Tshisekedi says any transfer of Congo Basin water toward Lake Chad would require a national referendum and scientific guarantees; no project has been approved. Power Links: Cameroon’s share of the cross-border electricity project with Chad is estimated at CFA145 billion, with 100 megawatts targeted for delivery to Chad by 2030. Plans include environmental and social safeguards.

Climate Preparedness: Chad and four Lake Chad Basin countries have launched a five-year, US$11.7 million effort to improve flood and drought monitoring and warnings. The project aims to reach 22.5 million people, as the basin faces increasingly severe weather and weakened monitoring networks. Clean Energy: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce diesel-generator use by 73–85%, lowering emissions while freeing funds for humanitarian work. Regional Power: Cameroon’s share of the Chad electricity interconnection’s first phase is now estimated at CFA145.2 billion. Plans include 426 kilometres of transmission lines and infrastructure to supply Chad with up to 100 megawatts by 2030, alongside environmental and social safeguards. Sustainability Diplomacy: Chad’s president has been invited to Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in January 2027.

Climate Preparedness: Chad and four neighboring countries are launching a five-year Lake Chad Basin project to improve weather and river monitoring and deliver earlier flood and drought warnings. Backed by an $11.7 million Adaptation Fund grant, it aims to benefit 22.5 million people; floods and droughts have affected more than 31 million across the basin since 1970. Cleaner Energy: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce diesel-generator use by up to 85%. Regional Power: Cameroon’s share of the first phase of its electricity link with Chad is now estimated at CFA145.2 billion, with plans for 100 megawatts of exports to Chad by 2030. Environmental and social safeguards are part of the project plan. Lake Chad Basin: Borno State has secured a commitment to resume oil exploration in the basin, raising the prospect of new petroleum development in a region already facing climate and water pressures.

Lake Chad Early Warnings: A new $11.7 million project will improve weather and river monitoring across the Lake Chad Basin, helping governments and communities prepare for floods and droughts. More than 48 disasters affected over 31 million people in the basin from 1970 to 2020, while monitoring stations have dwindled. Solar Power in N’Djamena: A UK-backed pilot is helping a UN agency replace diesel generators with solar and battery power. The system is expected to cut generator use by up to 85% and energy costs by at least 25%.

Clean Energy: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce diesel-generator use by up to 85%. The model could help humanitarian agencies lower emissions and redirect funds to frontline services. Lake Chad Water: DR Congo President Félix Tshisekedi says any transfer of Congo River water toward the Lake Chad region would require a national referendum and scientific guarantees; no project has been approved. Water and Conflict: Researchers note Lake Chad shrank by as much as 90% between the 1960s and 2000, while warning that unequal access to water and damage to water systems can deepen hardship and instability.

Clean Energy: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce diesel-generator use by up to 85%, while lowering emissions. Lake Chad Water: DR Congo’s president says a Congo River transfer toward the Lake Chad region could be considered only with a national referendum and scientific guarantees; no project has been approved. Climate Leadership: Chadian Indigenous rights and climate advocate Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim was named a laureate of Monaco’s 2026 Planetary Health Awards.

Clean Energy in N’Djamena: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office aims to cut energy costs by at least 25% and generator use by up to 85%, while reducing emissions. The model could spread to other humanitarian operations. Lake Chad Water: DR Congo President Félix Tshisekedi says any plan to transfer Congo River water toward the Lake Chad region would require a national referendum and scientific safeguards; no agreement has been approved. Climate Leadership: Chadian climate and Indigenous rights advocate Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim is among the 2026 Planetary Health Award laureates.

Clean Energy in Chad: A UK-backed solar-and-battery pilot at a UN office in N’Djamena is cutting energy costs by at least 25% and is projected to reduce diesel-generator use by 73–85%, freeing resources for humanitarian work while lowering emissions. Lake Chad Water Plans: DR Congo President Félix Tshisekedi says any transfer of Congo Basin water toward the Lake Chad region would require a national referendum and scientific guarantees; he has not approved a project. Climate Leadership: Chadian Indigenous rights and climate advocate Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim was among this year’s Planetary Health Award laureates, recognized for her environmental work.