Chad is a country in Central Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Chad that most people don't know.
A 7-million-year-old skull found in Chad — named Toumaï — may be the earliest known ancestor of humans. The Ennedi Massif in northern Chad contains thousands of prehistoric rock paintings and natural rock arches.
A 7-million-year-old human ancestor skull was found in Chad.
Lake Chad has shrunk by 90% due to climate change and water use.
The Ennedi Massif has thousands of prehistoric rock paintings.
Chad is one of the world's least developed countries.
A 7-million-year-old skull found in Chad — named Toumaï — may be the earliest known ancestor of humans. The Ennedi Massif in northern Chad contains thousands of prehistoric rock paintings and natural rock arches.
Chad is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
UNESCO dramatic sandstone plateau with natural arches, rock art and prehistoric cave paintings
A once-vast lake that has shrunk by 90% — a powerful symbol of climate change in Africa
One of Central Africa's last great wildlife sanctuaries — elephants, lions and hundreds of bird species
A remote volcanic massif in the central Sahara with the highest peaks in the desert
A 7-million-year-old skull found in Chad — named Toumaï — may be the earliest known ancestor of humans. The Ennedi Massif in northern Chad contains thousands of prehistoric rock paintings and natural rock arches.
The capital of Chad is N'Djamena.
Chad has a population of approximately 17.4M.
The official languages of Chad are French / Arabic.
Chad gained independence in 1960.
Chad uses the Central African CFA Franc (XAF).