Chad: Residual internet service disruptions possible over coming hours following hours-long outage across country April 23

Event

Residual internet service disruptions are possible in areas across Chad over the coming hours following an hours-long, nationwide internet outage April 23. The outage was caused by the breakdown of fiber infrastructure linking Chad with neighboring Cameroon and Sudan; the latter has recently experienced significant internet service disruptions amid deadly clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Chadian authorities had restored internet connectivity in the country to near-typical levels by about 22:00 April 23 but did not immediately provide an estimated time at which internet connectivity would be fully restored.

Lingering disruptions to business, telecommunications, and security systems are possible in areas impacted by residual internet connectivity issues.

Advice

Prepare for possible residual internet service disruptions. Consult local providers regarding estimated internet service restoration times.