The humanitarian crisis in Chad is generated by a degradation of the security situation in Sudan’s Darfur region, persistent insecurity in the Central African Republic (CAR), and increasing internal instability due to activities by armed groups and inter-ethnic tensions. Displacement continues to be the consequence of such tensions; in some areas, cohabitation is tense between refugees or IDPs, and the host communities.

IAS was registered with the Government of Chad in July 2009. Due to the tremendous need of water in Abéché town, IAS began the water programme here. Abéché is the capital of the Quaddai Region in Eastern Chad. The present town water system is constructed for a population of 50 000. Today the town has 150 000 – 200 000 people resulting in an increased pressure on the existing social services. IAS seeks to contribute to improved quality of life among the targeted communities by addressing the critical lack of water in a focused manner.

Leif Zetterlund Acting Country Director ias-chadias-intl.org

Joy Kome Administrator joy.komeias-intl.org