N'Djamena
Central Africa, Chad
Chad
People from N'Djamena are called:
Male/General:
N'Djamenian
Pronunciation:
/əndʒəˈmeɪnə/
Etymology & Origin
From Arabic 'Najamina', meaning 'place of rest', formerly known as Fort-Lamy.
About N'Djamena
- Capital and largest city of Chad on the Chari River.
- Major trading center connecting Central and North Africa.
- Important hub for Chad's oil industry and livestock trade.
- Strategic location near the borders of Niger, Nigeria, and Cameroon.
- Cultural center with diverse ethnic groups and traditional architecture.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 1,605,696 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Chad
- Region:
- Central Africa