On September 29, 2026, in N'Djamena, Chad, the NGO Média pour le Développement (MEDEV) and the Swiss Cooperation signed a partnership agreement to support the creation and operation of the Institut supérieur du journalisme et de la communication du Tchad (ISJCT). The agreement aims to promote the development and functioning of the institute, enhance journalist and communication professional training, and contribute to the professionalization of Chad's media sector. This initiative is expected to strengthen the media landscape in Chad.
The partnership, set to last five years, reflects a collaborative effort to improve journalism and communication in Chad. According to Gassim Chérif, Minister of Communication and government spokesperson, the establishment of the ISJCT will help train a new generation of journalists and communication professionals capable of meeting the demands of Chad's media landscape. The signing ceremony was attended by several high-profile individuals, including Peter Biller, Director of Swiss Cooperation, and Abbas Mahmoud Tahir, President of the Union des journalistes du Tchad (UJT).
The ISJCT is set to officially open on October 3, 2026. The institute's creation is seen as a significant step towards enhancing media professionalism in Chad. MEDEV's partnership with the Swiss Cooperation is expected to bring much-needed support to the institute, enabling it to provide quality training to aspiring journalists and communication professionals. This development is anticipated to have a positive impact on Chad's media sector.
The partnership agreement is a testament to the collaborative efforts between Chad and international organizations to promote media development. The Swiss Cooperation's involvement in the project underscores its commitment to supporting initiatives that foster professional journalism and communication in Chad. MEDEV, as a key player in Chad's media landscape, is well-positioned to implement the partnership and ensure the institute's success.
The establishment of the ISJCT is part of a broader effort to strengthen Chad's media sector. The institute is expected to provide training programs that cater to the needs of Chad's media industry. By supporting the development of the ISJCT, MEDEV and the Swiss Cooperation aim to contribute to the growth of a vibrant and professional media landscape in Chad.
The signing ceremony was attended by various stakeholders, including media professionals and government officials. The presence of these individuals highlights the importance of the partnership and the institute's potential impact on Chad's media sector. As the ISJCT begins its operations, it is expected to become a hub for journalist and communication professional training in Chad.
The partnership between MEDEV and the Swiss Cooperation has been hailed as a significant step towards promoting media development in Chad. With the institute set to open on October 3, 2026, stakeholders are optimistic about the positive impact it will have on Chad's media landscape. The success of the ISJCT will depend on the effective implementation of the partnership agreement and the support of stakeholders.
Key points
- MEDEV and Swiss Cooperation sign 5-year partnership to support Chad's new journalism institute.
- The partnership aims to promote the development and functioning of the institute, enhance journalist and communication professional training.
- The ISJCT is set to officially open on October 3, 2026.
