Chadian Minister Delegate to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Integration, and Chadians Abroad, Fatoumata Gawra Chamber, met with European official Andrea Colimita on September 23, 2026, to explore ways to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery to those in need. Colimita is the Director for Africa South of the Sahara, Latin America, the Caribbean, and South, East, and Southeast Asia, and the Pacific at the European Commission's Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations.
The meeting aimed to discuss the humanitarian situation in Chad and the European Union's (EU) commitment to supporting the country in addressing humanitarian crises. Chamber emphasized the Chadian government's readiness to facilitate the work of humanitarian organizations and ensure aid reaches the most vulnerable populations.
Colimita's visit to Chad was intended to assess the humanitarian situation and monitor the activities of EU partners. The EU has been actively involved in providing humanitarian assistance to Chad, particularly in response to the country's multiple crises, including food insecurity, displacement, and health emergencies.
The EU's Ambassador to Chad, Amador Sanchez Rico, reiterated the EU's commitment to continuing its support for Chad in addressing humanitarian crises. Sanchez Rico emphasized the importance of linking emergency aid to development and cooperation efforts to ensure a more sustainable response to the needs of the population.
The discussions between Chamber and Colimita focused on enhancing collaboration and coordination between the Chadian government and EU partners to ensure effective delivery of humanitarian aid. The two parties explored ways to overcome challenges and bottlenecks that hinder aid delivery, particularly in hard-to-reach areas.
Chad has been facing multiple humanitarian crises, including a severe food crisis, displacement due to conflict, and health emergencies. The country's humanitarian needs have been exacerbated by climate change, which has led to droughts, floods, and other natural disasters.
The EU's humanitarian aid to Chad has been critical in supporting affected populations, particularly refugees, internally displaced persons, and host communities. The EU's support has enabled humanitarian organizations to provide essential services, including food assistance, shelter, healthcare, and education.
Key points
- The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Chad in addressing humanitarian crises.
- The Chadian government has expressed its readiness to facilitate the work of humanitarian organizations.
- The discussions between Chad and the EU aimed to enhance collaboration and coordination to ensure effective delivery of humanitarian aid.
