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Chad Adopts Tough Stance Against Financial Crime

N’DJAMENA, CHAD - In an effort to combat financial crime, Chad has enacted a new law that defines and punishes cybercrime and related offenses.

The Law on Cybersecurity and Fight against Cybercrime

The Law No. 009/PR/2015 on Cybersecurity and the Fight against Cybercrime, which came into effect in 2015, provides for penalties ranging from one year to five years imprisonment with fines of up to 20 million francs for crimes such as:

  • Child pornography
  • Illegal access
  • Online fraud

Additional Offenses Criminalized

The law also criminalizes offenses related to content on the internet, including:

  • Spreading false information
  • Hate speech
  • Inciting violence or discrimination

Those found guilty can face up to three years imprisonment with fines of up to 5 million francs.

Specialized Institutions Established

To tackle financial crime, Chad has established specialized institutions, including:

  • National Agency for Computer Security and Digital Certification (ANSICE)
  • Chadian Office of Telecommunications Regulation (OTRT)

The OTRT is responsible for regulating the telecommunications sector and ensuring that internet service providers comply with data protection laws.

International Commitments

Chad has committed to respecting the right to privacy online, security on the internet, and due process through:

  • The African Declaration of Rights and Freedom on the Internet, signed in 2014
  • Chad’s new constitution, published in 2018, which guarantees fundamental freedoms such as the right to privacy and freedom of expression and communication

International Treaties Ratified

Chad has also ratified several international treaties related to cybersecurity and data protection, including:

  • UA Convention on Cyber-security and Protection of Personal Data

Sources:

  • Tchad Pages Journal
  • Chadian Office of Telecommunications Regulation
  • Association Francophone des Autorités de Protection des Données Personnelles
  • International Telecom Union
  • African Internet Rights