Story perspectives

Today in History: Chad erupts as Déby seeks two-year rule extension

By Drooid · Oct 20, 2026, 10:33 AM UTC · How we work

2 1

Summary

Story summary

In October 2022, protests erupted across Chad after President Mahamat Déby announced he would extend his rule by two years instead of stepping down as promised. The demonstrations became among the deadliest in the nation’s history, leaving hundreds dead and thousands detained, injured or arrested.

1 of 1

Story summary

In October 2022, protests erupted across Chad after President Mahamat Déby announced he would extend his rule by two years instead of stepping down as promised. The demonstrations became among the deadliest in the nation’s history, leaving hundreds dead and thousands detained, injured or arrested.