# Chad bans sand extraction along Chari River, sparking controversy

https://mins.news/en/video/22989

- France 24 English, 2026-08-15 12:58 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Gsd1R2Ldpw

> Years of intensive sand extraction have severely affected the Chari River, especially around Chad’s capital, N’Djamena. The Mines Ministry recently banned the practice to protect the environment and wildlife, but the move has drawn controversy because thousands of people rely on sand mining for their livelihoods.

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