On October 10, 2026, Club Manssah Tchad officially launched its activities in N'Djamena, Chad's capital city. The launch event, held under the patronage of Ambassador Mahamat Saleh Annadif, a former UN Special Representative in Mali, brought together associative leaders, youth movement representatives, partners, and guests. The theme of the event was "Accepter nos différences tout en construisant l’unité nationale" or "Accepting our differences while building national unity."
During the ceremony, Dr. Ali Abdrahman Haggar emphasized the importance of tolerance and diversity in Chadian culture. He stated that tolerance of differences is a development culture that every Chadian must integrate. This message resonated with the audience, who were encouraged to reflect on the role of diversity in national development. The event also featured Ali Mahamat Seïd, president of Club Manssah Tchad N'Djamena Toumaï, who called for a distinction between unity and uniformity.
Ali Mahamat Seïd argued that Chadians often confuse unity and uniformity, which hinders the recognition of cultural and identity differences. He advocated for a better understanding and appreciation of these differences as a foundation for genuine development. This sentiment was echoed by Rouffay Hassane Bra Bra, national coordinator of Clubs Manssah in Chad, who emphasized the shared history and heritage of Chadians beyond regional affiliations.
As part of the network, Club Manssah is a platform for reflection and action on African issues, focusing on education, governance, economy, science, technology, and culture. The club aims to bring together young Chadians to explore new perspectives on economic and socio-political development. With its launch, Club Manssah is poised to play a significant role in shaping Chad's future.
The event concluded with a thought-provoking question posed by Ali Mahamat Seïd: "What can we do concretely from tomorrow to make our country a little more united than today?" This question encapsulated the call to action issued to young people during the ceremony: to turn diversity into a catalyst for dialogue rather than division.
Club Manssah is part of a pan-African network spearheaded by Alain Foka. The club's activities are designed to promote unity, understanding, and development in Chad. By engaging young people in discussions on national unity and diversity, Club Manssah aims to contribute positively to Chad's growth and progress.
The launch of Club Manssah Tchad marks an important milestone in Chad's efforts to promote national unity and development. As the club begins its activities, it is expected to provide a platform for young people to engage in meaningful discussions and contribute to the country's growth. The emphasis on diversity as a development catalyst is a significant aspect of Club Manssah's mission.
Key points
- Club Manssah Tchad launched on October 10, 2026, to promote diversity and national unity among young Chadians.
- The club aims to distinguish between unity and uniformity, advocating for recognition of cultural and identity differences.
- Club Manssah is part of a pan-African network focused on education, governance, economy, science, technology, and culture.
