The Chadian government has announced the launch of a National Housing Program aimed at addressing the country's significant housing deficit. According to Minister of Territorial Planning, Urbanism, and Housing, Mahamat Assileck Halata, the program seeks to respond to the estimated 1.5 million unit shortage. The announcement was made during a press conference at the ministry's headquarters on November 4, 2026.
The program is part of the government's efforts to address the challenges facing Chadian cities, including rapid demographic growth, rural exodus, population displacement, and the expansion of informal settlements. The minister highlighted the need for better urban planning, land securitization, and infrastructure development to ensure access to decent and affordable housing. He also emphasized the importance of anticipating flood risks and preventing construction in high-risk areas.
The National Housing Program will be developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy, Finance, Planning, Budget, and International Cooperation, with support from UN-Habitat. The program aims to provide a comprehensive and sustainable solution to the housing crisis, with a focus on creating jobs for local communities and stimulating economic growth. The government plans to organize a high-level dialogue on November 20, 2026, to discuss the program's technical and financial requirements.
The dialogue, dubbed the "Housing Morning," will bring together national institutions, technical and financial partners, banks, real estate developers, and local actors to discuss the conditions necessary for the program's implementation. The goal is to create a concrete and financeable device that will address the housing shortage and stimulate economic growth. The program is part of the government's broader development plan, "Tchad Connexion 2030," which prioritizes urban adaptation and territorial development.
Minister Halata emphasized the need for collective action to address the housing crisis, calling on local authorities, the private sector, financial institutions, and development partners to get involved. He also urged citizens to seek advice from urban planning services before constructing buildings, respect urban planning plans, and avoid building in flood-prone areas. The program aims to provide decent and affordable housing for all, while promoting sustainable urbanization and economic growth.
The government's efforts to address the housing crisis are also focused on securing state land reserves in provinces and strengthening the role of local urban planning commissions to ensure transparency in land allocation. The minister highlighted the importance of collaboration and coordination among stakeholders to ensure the program's success. The National Housing Program is expected to have a positive impact on the economy, creating jobs and stimulating growth in the construction sector.
The launch of the National Housing Program marks a significant step towards addressing Chad's housing crisis. With the support of international partners and the involvement of local stakeholders, the government aims to provide decent and affordable housing for all, while promoting sustainable urbanization and economic growth. The program's success will depend on effective implementation, coordination, and collaboration among stakeholders.
Key points
- The program aims to address Chad's estimated 1.5 million unit housing shortage.
- The program will be developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy, Finance, Planning, Budget, and International Cooperation, and UN-Habitat.
- The government plans to organize a high-level dialogue on November 20, 2026, to discuss the program's technical and financial requirements.
