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Chad, a Central African country with a population of approximately 12 million, uses radiation sources in medicine and industry, particularly in petroleum exploration. Radioactive sources are also used in sectors such as breweries, road construction, and other sectors of socio-economic significance. While these applications offer important benefits, the risks of diversion, theft, and sabotage remain a concern. Among these, the security of transport represents one of the most complex challenges due to its multi-institutional nature.
The transport of radioactive material in Chad is a reality that requires security measures commensurate with national challenges. Although a legislative and regulatory framework exists, its implementation by stakeholders remains limited.
To address this, the Chadian Agency for Radiation Protection and Nuclear Security (ATRSN) requested technical assistance from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). In June 2025, a national workshop was held in N’Djamena with the assistance of three IAEA experts. The workshop evaluated the current regulatory infrastructure and security measures supporting the transport security of radioactive materials throughout Chad, engaging all relevant stakeholders, including operators and security agencies, with the aim of identifying gaps and formulating recommendations.
This paper presents the results of the assessment and the approach used to evaluate Chad’s transport security culture and practices.
