Herders and farmers’ conflict kills 12 in Salamat
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Tchadinfos
The conflict between herders and farmers in the sub-prefecture of Mouray, in Salamat, has claimed 12 lives, according to a provisional toll reported by Tchadinfos. The government’s general delegate for Salamat, Ahmat Choua Rozi, visited the area with administrative, judicial and security officials, while Chadian forces are stepping up surveillance there.
The conflict between herders and farmers in the Kouzi Wahit area of Salamat has claimed 12 lives, according to a provisional toll reported by Tchadinfos. The violence is linked to a dispute over the route of a transhumance corridor in the sub-prefecture of Mouray, near the border with Sila province.
The government’s general delegate for Salamat, Ahmat Choua Rozi, travelled to the area on the night of Sunday 18 to Monday 19 October 2026 with administrative, security and judicial officials. The authorities say several people were also injured and tensions have eased.
Defence and security forces have been deployed to monitor the area, protect residents and restore calm. The operation is commanded by General Fouzari Hassan, head of Military Zone No. 10, who called on soldiers to remain vigilant and firm. Provincial authorities say they want to preserve security and social peace.
Transhumance corridors are also the subject of a management initiative in Chad: a committee is to oversee them in Ardo, according to an announcement published on 18 October. A committee will manage transhumance corridors in Ardo, Chad.
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