Chad’s presidential pardon: RNDT-Le Réveil hails move toward political détente
Chad’s RNDT-Le Réveil party has welcomed the August 14, 2026 decree granting presidential pardons to several detainees, including political figures, calling it a positive step toward national reconciliation.
The RNDT-Le Réveil party has praised the government’s decision to release multiple prisoners, including prominent political figures, through a presidential pardon issued on August 14, 2026. This action follows President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno’s announcement on August 11, aligning with the party’s plea for national healing delivered by its leader, Pahimi Padacké Albert, on August 8.
In an official statement, the party described the pardon as a gesture that upholds public commitments and signals a promising shift toward greater political openness in Chad. RNDT-Le Réveil is now urging the head of state to build on this momentum by initiating inclusive dialogues with all national stakeholders.
Building a united Chad through inclusive dialogue
The party reaffirmed its readiness to engage in constructive efforts to foster national unity, emphasizing that diverse perspectives are a cornerstone of the country’s progress. It stressed that Chad’s strength lies in its ability to embrace pluralism and collaboration across political divides.
