Chad
Large Central African country of desert in the north and many languages and cultures
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Salamalekoum! I'm Ace! Chad is a huge country in the heart of Africa. The north is Sahara desert, N'Djamena is the capital, and so many languages and cultures share the land.
Discover Chad
Chad is a large country in Central Africa. The north is dry desert, part of the Sahara, while the south is greener. The capital is N'Djamena. People greet each other with "Salamalekoum," and the currency is the CFA franc.
Many ethnic groups and languages live side by side, and the culture mixes Arab and African traditions. From the heat of the desert to the markets of the capital, Chad connects different regions of the continent.
Map of Chad
Flag of Chad
The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Chad.
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✨Did You Know?
The Sahara Desert covers much of northern Chad
Chad is home to many ethnic groups and languages
The capital is N'Djamena
What Makes Chad Special?
Sahara North
Dry desert landscapes cover much of northern Chad.
Heart of Africa
A large country linking North, Central, and West Africa.
Many Languages
Different ethnic groups share Arab and African traditions.
N'Djamena
The capital sits where the desert meets greener land.
Salamalekoum
A greeting of peace heard across the country.
Music and Markets
Songs and crafts carry stories from many communities.
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