Chad's National Employment Forum Concludes Second Edition

The second edition of the National Employment Forum (FNE 2026) in Chad came to a close on November 12, 2026, after three days of discussions and reflections. The forum, which opened on November 10, 2026, brought together job seekers, experts, and business leaders to address the challenges of youth professional insertion. The closing ceremony was presided over by Prime Minister Allah-Maye Halina, representing the head of state.

The forum aimed to identify solutions to employment challenges and promote sectors with new professional opportunities. It provided a platform for stakeholders in the employment, vocational training, and private sector to share experiences and formulate proposals. The objective was to adapt public policies to the realities of the labor market and improve the coordination of interventions.

The Minister of Public Service and Social Concertation, Abdoulaye Mbodou Mbami, emphasized the need to revise the National Employment and Vocational Training Policy to better address economic needs and qualification pathways. He highlighted the importance of protecting workers and promoting social dialogue to create a favorable employment environment. The minister also stressed the need to coordinate interventions from seven presidential actions dedicated to employment, training, and insertion.

Prime Minister Allah-Maye Halina, speaking on behalf of the head of state, highlighted the potential of various sectors to create professional opportunities for young people. These sectors include agriculture, modern livestock, agro-food processing, solar energy, maintenance, construction, digital technology, craftsmanship, and services. He also addressed two major concerns: the use of social networks and the consumption of adulterated alcohol.

The Prime Minister warned young people about the risks associated with social networks, cautioning them against manipulation and instrumentalization by external actors seeking to incite hatred and violence. He encouraged young people to verify information before sharing it and to use their freedom of expression responsibly. On the issue of adulterated alcohol, Allah-Maye Halina urged young people to protect their health and future.

The Prime Minister called on families, educators, youth associations, community leaders, and religious leaders to strengthen prevention efforts. He also urged competent services to intensify the fight against the production and commercialization of adulterated products. The forum provided a platform for stakeholders to discuss employment challenges and opportunities in Chad.

The National Employment Forum (FNE 2026) demonstrated Chad's commitment to addressing youth employment challenges and promoting economic growth. The forum's recommendations will inform policy decisions and guide future interventions aimed at improving employment opportunities for young people in Chad.

Key points

• The forum focused on promoting youth employment in future-oriented professions.
• The Prime Minister emphasized the potential of various sectors to create professional opportunities for young people.
• The forum called for the revision of the National Employment and Vocational Training Policy to better address economic needs and qualification pathways.