Journalism of Courage
Hundreds took to the streets of the Chadian capital of N'Djamena and other cities to demand a quicker transition to democratic rule just weeks after a military junta announced it was extending its time in power by two years (Reuters)
Chadian security forces opened fire on anti-government demonstrators in the country's two largest cities. Authorities imposed a curfew after the violence, which came amid demonstrations in the central African nation against interim leader Mahamat Idriss Deby's two-year extension of power. (AP Photo)
Chad's Gen. Mahamat Idriss Deby, the head of its military government. (AP Photo)
Police officials patrol as people protest in Moundou, Chad. Sporadic protests have taken place in Chad since a military coup in April 2021 in which Mahamat Deby took power after the death of his father, long standing ruler Idriss Deby. But tensions have risen this month since new resolutions adopted this month pushed back elections to 2024 and allowed Deby to run for president in the eventual vote. (Reuters)
Anti-government demonstrators set a barricade on fire during clashes in N'Djamena, Chad, Thursday Oct. 20. (AP Photo)
A final death toll is still being compiled by officials. Tribunals were ordered to open investigations on Friday. (AP Photo)
An anti-government demonstrator lays on the ground after being wounded during clashes in N'Djamena, Chad. (AP Photo)
Chad's government clamped down on the country's opposition on Friday, suspending seven political parties and searching party offices a day after the protests. (AP Photo)
