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The Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD) is a special fund at the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group. The Fund is dedicated to promoting socio-economic development and reducing poverty in the member countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. With a clear mission to lead innovative poverty reduction programs, ISFD focuses on developing partnerships that address the most pressing development challenges in IsDB member countries.
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ISFD is committed to addressing socio-economic challenges and improving the lives of people in our member countries. We target interventions with proven impact to eradicate poverty. We empower women and youth to drive economic growth, invest in human development to unlock individual potential, and support building resilient communities through access to education, healthcare, and clean energy.
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ISFD collaborates with member countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) who contribute significantly to our capital. Through this strong sense of solidarity, we work together to fulfil the ISFD’s mission of alleviating poverty by empowering communities and promoting sustainable socio-economic development across the OIC least developed member countries.
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Republic of Chad

Country Overview

Chad is a vast landlocked country in the Central African Sub-Region, covering an area of 1,284,000 square km. Home to approximately 12.2 million residents, of which 44% are young people under 14 and nearly 78% residing in rural areas. Despite its diverse and natural resources, including petroleum, uranium, gold, and fertile land, the country grapples with significant challenges. Poverty remains a pressing concern, with close to half the population living below the poverty line. Food insecurity further complicates the lives of many Chadians.

Regarding Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), which ensures access to water for all, Chad faces challenges. While access to drinking water stands at approximately 61%, access to basic hygiene remains one of the lowest globally at around 18%.

Current Projects

The Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD) has a multifaceted portfolio of initiatives in Chad. ISFD empowers communities through rural development and education initiatives like Sustainable Villages Project, SERVE for economic stability, and scholarships. Healthcare sees a boost with cataract campaigns, hospital upgrades, and medical scholarships. Poverty reduction and water scarcity are addressed through VOLIP and rural water infrastructure projects.

24,286,428 Total ISFD Contributions

microfinance

10,000,000

SERVE Project

Energy

12,000,000

Solar Energy for Rural Development Project

Agriculture

2,286,428

Sustainable Villages Project (SVP)