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What’s next for Chad?

What’s next for Chad?

Chad's on full alert after the president was reportedly killed by rebels. What now?

Africa Daily · BBC World Service

April 22, 202115m 11s

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Chad’s on full alert. Earlier this week, President Idriss Déby was reportedly killed during a battle with rebel forces. Since then, the army has appointed his son as leader. But the opposition says Chad “is not a monarchy”. Tensions are running high. Government and parliament have been dissolved. A curfew remains in place. Chad’s neighbours are nervous too: the country’s been a key player in the fight against jihadists across the Sahel. So, what happens now? Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) #AfricaDaily