N’Djamena — A landmark three-day training session on freight digitization has concluded in Chad’s capital, marking a pivotal step toward modernizing the nation’s terrestrial transport sector. Organized by the National Bureau of Terrestrial Freight (BNFT) at the Kempinski Hotel, the workshop brought together inspectors and representatives from N’Djamena and Mayo-Kebbi, equipping them with cutting-edge digital tools to streamline operations.
The future of chadian transport: embracing digital transformation
During the closing ceremony, Brahim Mahamat Adoum, Chair of the Steering Committee, commended participants for their dedication throughout the intensive program. He highlighted that the training covered critical modules such as digital interface navigation, cargo declaration procedures, carrier management, system configuration, and agency setup. These innovations are designed to enhance operational efficiency and enable real-time monitoring of transport activities across Chad.
The Chair emphasized that this initiative aligns with Chad’s broader public service modernization agenda, particularly as digital proficiency becomes essential for managing mandatory documents like the Lettre de Voiture Obligatoire (LVO) and the Taxe à l’Essieu (TAE). Technical partners TRADELINK SOLUTIONS and SERVOO were recognized for their role in delivering expert guidance throughout the workshop. Organizers urged participants to apply their newly acquired skills to drive the digitization of terrestrial freight nationwide.
e-BNFT platform: a game-changer for Chad’s logistics
Saleh Youssouf Erda, Director-General of the Steering Committee, underscored that the workshop focused on training officials in operating and overseeing the e-BNFT platform—a cornerstone of the BNFT’s transition from paper-based to fully digital processes. The platform enables instant issuance and verification of essential documents, including the LVO and TAE, while facilitating contactless handling of cargo documentation via computers or mobile devices.
Erda also highlighted the platform’s dual benefits: securing state revenue streams and generating reliable statistical data to strengthen economic policy decisions. This digital leap reflects the government’s commitment to administrative modernization, championed by President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. The Director-General concluded by urging participants to integrate the platform into daily workflows, mastering its features and sharing knowledge with colleagues to ensure widespread adoption.
The ceremony ended on an optimistic note, with a call to sustain momentum in overcoming the challenges of digitizing public administration and terrestrial transport in Chad.
