The Parti réformiste, led by Yacine Abdraman Sakine, held its second ordinary congress in Abéché on November 14, 2026. The gathering aimed to strengthen the party's organization and redefine its political orientations. With the theme of reforming the state, democracy, and alternation, the congress brought together party members to discuss the future of the political formation. This meeting follows the party's participation in the 2024 presidential election, where Sakine ran as a candidate.
The congress focused on the party's ambition to "reform the state, strengthen democracy, demand alternation, and serve the people." The event provided a platform for reflections on the party's future and its ability to meet the expectations of Chadians. Founded as a political party engaged in public life in Chad, the Parti réformiste has been active in national politics, including the 2024 presidential election, where Sakine was one of ten candidates.
The party's president, Yacine Abdraman Sakine, has a notable political history, including his arrest on May 19, 2021, in N'Djamena during a demonstration organized by the Wakit Tama platform against the Military Transition Council. At the congress, Hubert Magassi, president of the organizing committee, urged participants to engage in constructive dialogue and responsible discussions to shape the party's perspectives.
Dr. Adam Daboug, representing the provincial bureaus, presented the congress as an opportunity to modernize the party's functioning, strengthen its structures, and consolidate its presence across the country. He reiterated the ambition to build a state based on justice, democracy, and good governance. Koumbo Bala, representative of militants in the diaspora, encouraged political parties to use such gatherings to promote their actions and offer concrete solutions to Chad's challenges.
The congress also highlighted the importance of women's and youth participation in politics. Guisma Hassan, president of the women's bureau, and Assingar Gérard, representative of the youth bureau, advocated for the active involvement of these groups in decision-making and policy definition. They emphasized that women and young people should not be limited to electoral mobilization but should be full participants in shaping the country's future.
Yacine Abdraman Sakine stressed that a congress is a crucial moment for any political organization, allowing for an evaluation of progress and a redefinition of priorities. The Parti réformiste's second ordinary congress concluded with a renewed commitment to promoting democracy, alternation, and good governance in Chad. The party aims to contribute to the country's development and address the challenges facing its citizens.
The Parti réformiste's efforts to redefine its future and strengthen its organization reflect the changing political landscape in Chad. As the country navigates its transition, the party's focus on democracy, alternation, and youth participation may shape its role in future elections and national debates. The congress demonstrated the party's commitment to engaging with its members and the broader Chadian public.
Key points
- The Parti réformiste aims to strengthen its organization and redefine its political orientations at its second ordinary congress.
- The party's president, Yacine Abdraman Sakine, has a notable political history, including his participation in the 2024 presidential election and his arrest in 2021.
- The congress highlighted the importance of women's and youth participation in politics, with party members advocating for their active involvement in decision-making and policy definition.
