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Chad - Food Security Outlook Update : Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes to persist in eastern Chad despite October harvests, June 2026 - January 2027
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Famine Early Warning System Network , ReliefWeb
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
Countries: Chad, Sudan . Key Messages Crisis! (IPC Phase 3!) outcomes will persist through January 2027 in the departments of Assoungha, Kimiti, Wadi Hawar, Dar-Tama, and Kobé. Refugees, representing more than 30 percent of the population in these departments, are entirely deprived of their liveliho
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Key takeaway ) outcomes will persist through January 2027 in the departments of Assoungha, Kimiti, Wadi Hawar, Dar-Tama, and Kobé.
Why this matters
The situation in Chad highlights the complex interplay between conflict, displacement, and food security. The presence of refugees and internally displaced persons in eastern Chad, who rely heavily on market purchases and food assistance, exacerbates the pressure on host populations. The delayed start of the pastoral season in northern Kanem and Barh-El-Gazel provinces further compounds the issue, leading to increased livestock maintenance costs and deterioration of income sources. The estimated 2.5-2.99 million people in need of food assistance underscores the scale of the crisis. Faith-based organizations and humanitarian groups will likely play a critical role in providing aid to affected populations, particularly in Lac Province where Sudanese refugees, Chadian returnees, and IDPs are most vulnerable. As the situation continues to unfold, it will be essential to monitor the response efforts and assess the effectiveness of food assistance programs in addressing the needs of these populations.
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Category: disaster Published: July 24, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Chad, Sudan . Key Messages Crisis! (IPC Phase 3!) outcomes will persist through January 2027 in the departments of Assoungha, Kimiti, Wadi Hawar, Dar-Tama, and Kobé. Refugees, representing more than 30 percent of the population in these departments, are entirely deprived of their liveliho
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