As part of his facilitation mission in Chad, President Félix Tshisekedi initiated a dialogue with different political actors, civil society, religious confessions, and the country’s partners. These efforts aim to ensure peaceful elections for the benefit of the Chadian people. But is the path to this goal as clear and certain as the President presents it?
Constructive and Inclusive Dialogue Exchanges with representatives of political parties, civil society, religious confessions, and Chad’s partners continued late into the evening. According to Brice Mbaimon, a participant in the 2022 dialogue, the commitment to evolve in ongoing consultation has been renewed. This shows the President’s openness to all stakeholders to ensure a peaceful transition.
In addition, the inclusion of Izadine Ahmat, whose party did not participate in the 2022 dialogue, testifies to the President’s desire to gather all voices in Chad. He is fighting for shared management of the transition and the country, emphasizing that this concerns all Chadians.
The Role of Didier Mazenga Didier Mazenga, the special envoy of the facilitator, is convinced that President Tshisekedi will work to unite all Chadians so that they join the transition process. But this statement raises several questions: how does President Tshisekedi plan to gain the trust of all Chadians? What is his plan for everyone to feel ownership of this process?
Criticism and Controversies Although President Tshisekedi’s facilitation mission seems promising, it faces many challenges. Some Chadians are skeptical about his ability to conduct peaceful elections. Moreover, the question of including all political parties in the dialogue remains controversial.
The question also arises as to whether President Tshisekedi can truly guarantee Chad’s peace and stability during the transition period. Will his experience as a political opponent be enough to guide him through these turbulent waters?
President Tshisekedi’s facilitation mission in Chad is a demanding and complex task. His willingness for dialogue and inclusiveness is commendable, but it remains to be seen how he will overcome the obstacles in his path. The coming days will be crucial for the President and for Chad’s future.