The Republic of Chad is stepping up efforts to empower its agricultural sector for greater international competitiveness. In a strategic move, the World Bank and the National Agency for Investments and Exports (ANIE) have joined forces to conduct a specialized training program in Bakara, focusing on advanced export management and compliance with international trade standards.
Why export skills matter for Chad’s agricultural future
Exporting agricultural products is more than just moving goods across borders—it’s about meeting strict international quality, safety, and sanitary standards. Many Chadian producers struggle with complex export procedures, ever-changing regulations, and the challenge of aligning with global market demands. This capacity-building initiative aims to change that.
During the opening session, Gotoraye Arnaud, coordinator of the Agricultural Market Dashboard under the World Bank’s PRSA program, highlighted persistent barriers: “Accessing foreign markets remains one of the biggest hurdles for Chadian farmers and agribusinesses. Compliance with quality norms, sanitary and phytosanitary measures, and efficient logistics are critical to breaking into new markets.”
Training targets real-world export challenges
The program—held in Bakara on June 18, 2026—focused on practical skills such as international certification processes, export supply chain management, and risk mitigation in customs clearance. Participants included officials from agricultural trade, sanitary and phytosanitary control agencies, producers, processors, and export promoters.
Dadi Adoum Arsin, Deputy Director General of ANIE, emphasized the training’s alignment with national development goals: “This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to economic diversification, local value addition, and private sector growth as outlined in ‘Tchad Connexion 2030.’ We are building a stronger, more export-ready economy that can compete regionally and globally.”
A gateway to continental integration
The training comes at a pivotal moment. With the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) now in force, Chad has unprecedented access to a market of over 1.4 billion consumers. However, success depends on quality control, standardization, certification, and skilled human capital. Countries that fail to invest in these areas risk missing out on the benefits of regional integration.
ANIE is positioning itself as a central player in this transition, offering businesses technical support, market intelligence, and partnership opportunities. “We’re not just facilitating trade—we’re building an ecosystem where Chadian enterprises can thrive,” Arsin said. “Our goal is to make ANIE a bridge between local producers and global buyers, amplifying the country’s agricultural potential.”
This training is more than a one-time event—it’s part of a broader push to modernize Chad’s export sector, enhance competitiveness, and secure a stronger position in the African and global marketplace.
