• Chad plans official mission to the United States to secure tech partnerships
• Government targets telecoms, digital economy and digital health sectors
• Strategy aims to address infrastructure gaps and attract investment

Chad is seeking to attract U.S. technology companies as it aims to accelerate its digital transformation and strengthen its digital sector.

The government is increasing engagement with the United States, a global leader in digital technologies driven by major tech firms that dominate the global economy. Authorities are targeting these companies to support domestic digital development.

The Minister of Telecommunications, Digital Economy and Digitalization, Haliki Choua Mahamat, held talks on April 13 with a U.S. delegation led by William Flens, chargé d’affaires at the U.S. embassy in Chad. The discussions focused on preparations for an upcoming official mission to Washington.

The planned mission will allow Chadian authorities to present local market opportunities and identify partners capable of supporting the development of digital infrastructure and services.

“The discussions focused on preparations for an upcoming mission to the United States aimed at strengthening cooperation and establishing technical partnerships with American companies, particularly in the telecommunications, digital economy and digital health sectors,” the ministry said.

In a context where digital transformation is becoming a key growth driver, Chad is seeking to address gaps in expertise and investment. The government views partnerships with international players as a critical strategy to accelerate sector modernization, which still faces structural challenges, particularly in connectivity and technical capacity.

Other African countries have adopted similar strategies in recent years. Kenya, for example, has actively engaged U.S. tech firms. In September 2023, President William Ruto visited Silicon Valley to meet executives from major American technology companies.

Meanwhile, U.S. multinationals have expanded their presence across Africa. Google, Oracle, Amazon and Microsoft already operate in several African markets.

This article was initially published in French by Adoni Conrad Quenum

Adapted in English by Ange J.A de Berry Quenum