Chad’s government is doubling down on efforts to eradicate human trafficking, particularly targeting women and children, through strict enforcement of existing laws. A circular notice has been dispatched to security and judicial leaders, emphasizing the urgency of this crackdown and outlining mandatory actions.

Human trafficking remains a severe violation of human rights, frequently involving sexual exploitation and forced labor. As a signatory to the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime since 2009, Chad has enacted key legislation, including Ordinance Nº006/PR/2018 and Law Nº12/PR/2018, to address this scourge.

Officials are now required to conduct expedited investigations, compile formal reports, and ensure cases are promptly transferred to the appropriate courts. All findings must be forwarded to the General Secretariat of the Ministry of Justice and the National Anti-Human Trafficking Commission for thorough monitoring and follow-up.

Provincial delegates have been tasked with ensuring these directives are implemented without exception. The initiative aims to establish a national database, laying the groundwork for a robust, evidence-based strategy to combat human trafficking across Chad.