A court in Chad has sentenced former Prime Minister and opposition leader Succès Masra to 20 years in prison. The conviction, handed down on August 9, 2025, includes charges of hate speech, xenophobia, incitement to violence, and complicity in murder. The ruling was delivered by the tribunal de grande instance in N'Djamena. Masra, who leads the main opposition party, was found guilty of inciting a massacre and promoting racist and xenophobic rhetoric. The sentencing has drawn attention amid broader political tensions in Chad, with the government emphasizing public morality during the country's 65th independence anniversary while remaining silent on Masra's case. This development marks a significant moment in Chad's political landscape, highlighting the government's stance on dissent and opposition activities.