Tchad boosts agricultural export skills with new training initiative
The World Bank and Chad’s National Agency for Investments and Exports (ANIE) have launched a targeted training program in Bakara to strengthen agricultural export management capabilities. The initiative, designed to address critical gaps in international trade compliance, marks a strategic step toward enhancing the country’s agricultural competitiveness.
Breaking barriers in agricultural trade
The session, held under the Agricultural Sector Resilience Program (PRSA), focused on equipping participants with essential skills in export and import procedures, compliance with international standards, and quarantine protocols for plant and animal products. According to Gotoraye Arnaud, coordinator of the Agricultural Market Dashboard-PRSA-TD, access to foreign markets remains a persistent challenge for Chadian producers due to cumbersome export processes, stringent quality and safety requirements, and sanitary and phytosanitary measures.
The training aims to streamline these hurdles by improving understanding of global certifications, optimizing export supply chains, and mitigating customs-related risks. Such knowledge is vital for businesses seeking to expand beyond Chad’s borders and tap into new revenue streams.
Aligning with national economic priorities
Dadi Adoum Arsin, Deputy Director-General of ANIE, emphasized that this effort aligns with the government’s broader vision to diversify the economy, boost local value addition, and foster private sector growth. The initiative is a cornerstone of the Tchad Connexion 2030 National Development Plan, which positions the private sector as a key driver of job creation, economic expansion, and regional integration.
“To realize these goals, we must not only produce more but also sell more globally,” Arsin stated. “Export promotion is not just an economic strategy—it is a pillar of national sovereignty.”
Seizing opportunities in the African single market
The launch of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has unlocked a market of over 1.4 billion consumers. For Chad to capitalize on this opportunity, it must prioritize quality assurance, standardization, certification, and capacity building for its trade operators. The training represents a proactive response to this need, positioning the country to compete effectively in an increasingly interconnected regional economy.
ANIE’s role extends beyond training—it seeks to foster an ecosystem where businesses access critical information, technical support, market opportunities, and strategic partnerships. By acting as a facilitator, the agency aims to amplify Chadian expertise on the global stage and drive sustainable growth across key sectors.
The session gathered participants from public and private sectors, including agricultural traders, health inspectors, producers, processors, and export promoters. Together, they took a decisive step toward building a more resilient, competitive, and outward-looking agricultural sector.
