On May 26, 2026, leaders of Chad’s two magistrates’ unions—the Syndicat des Magistrats Tchadiens (SMT) and the Syndicat des Magistrats et Agents du Ministère Public (SYAMAT)—convened an extraordinary general meeting at the N’Djamena Palace of Justice. The gathering empowered them to enforce resolutions over a ten-day period following the assembly.

The same day, the Prime Minister of Chad met with union representatives alongside the Minister of Justice and Human Rights as well as the First President of the Supreme Court. In a gesture of reconciliation, the Prime Minister delivered a formal apology on behalf of the government and emphasized the need to strengthen cohesion among state institutions.

The following day, May 27, 2026, union leaders engaged in discussions with the Minister of Justice and Human Rights. They later met jointly with the Minister of Public Security and Immigration, again in the presence of the First President of the Supreme Court. These talks aimed to identify mutually acceptable solutions to resolve tensions constructively.

The Minister of Public Security echoed the government’s apology, reinforcing the commitment to reconciliation. The unions acknowledged these overtures, commending the officials involved for their dedication to dialogue and peace.