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What Are People From Chad Called?
Central Africa, Chad
The demonym for people from Chad is:
About Chad
Chad is a landlocked country in north-central Africa, where the vast Sahara Desert meets the Sahel and the more fertile savanna regions to the south. Its capital city is N'Djamena, situated at the confluence of the Chari and Logone rivers near the border with Cameroon. Lake Chad, after which the country is named, is a shallow body of water shared by several nations and is an important source of fish and water for surrounding communities. Chad's economy has long relied on agriculture, livestock herding, and cotton farming, and its oil production has become a significant source of export revenue. The country is home to a remarkable diversity of ethnic groups, languages, and traditions. French and Arabic are official languages, and more than one hundred local languages are spoken across the nation. Travelers interested in deserts, wildlife, and cultural diversity will find Chad a truly distinctive destination.
Quick Facts about Chad
- Population:
- 18,523,165 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Chad
- Region:
- Central Africa
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Etymology of the Chad Demonym
Named after Lake Chad, from the Kanuri word 'tsade' meaning 'large body of water'.
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Quick Facts
- Population:
- 18,523,165 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Chad
- Region:
- Central Africa
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