On August 11, the Republic of Chad celebrated its 66th anniversary of independence with a grand military parade at N’Djaména’s Place de la Nation, alongside similar events in key cities nationwide. The ceremonies highlighted the nation’s enduring sovereignty and military strength.
President Mahamat Déby Itno presided over the N’Djaména event alongside two distinguished guests: Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, Head of Madagascar’s Transition Government, and General Horta Inta-A, President of Guinea-Bissau’s transitional authorities. The parade showcased the prowess of Chad’s Defense and Security Forces, which boast over 5,000 active personnel, as confirmed by the General Staff of the Chadian Armed Forces.
Earlier in the day, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno paid tribute at the Monument aux Morts in N’Djaména, laying a wreath in honor of fallen soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation. This solemn gesture underscored the country’s commitment to preserving its hard-won peace and stability.
Chad, formerly under French colonial rule, gained independence on August 11, 1960. Since assuming the presidency in May 2024, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno has emphasized strengthening international partnerships and reducing reliance on historical alliances, signaling a new chapter in the nation’s diplomatic and economic strategies.
