Ennedi-Ouest (region) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ennedi-Ouest
إنيدي الغربية
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Sandstone pillars in the Ennedi Plateau near Fada
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Map of Chad with the Ennedi-Ouest region highlighted in red
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| Country | Chad |
| Departments | Fada, Mourtcha |
| Communes | Fada, Gouro, Ounnianga-Kébir , Tébi, Nohi, Kalai, Torboul |
| Created | 2012 |
| Capital | Fada |
| Population
(2009)
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| • Total | 59,744 |
The Ennedi-Ouest Region (which means Western Ennedi) is one of the twenty-three regions in the country of Chad. It is located in the northern part of Chad.
This region was formed in 2012. It was created from the western part of what used to be the Ennedi Region. The capital city of Ennedi-Ouest is Fada.
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Exploring the Ennedi-Ouest Region
The Ennedi-Ouest Region is a fascinating place with unique geography. It shares borders with several other regions and even a country.
Where is Ennedi-Ouest Located?
To the north, Ennedi-Ouest borders Libya. To its east, you'll find the Ennedi-Est Region. The Wadi Fira Region is to the south, and the Borkou Region is to the west.
Land of the Sahara Desert
Geographically, this region is part of the vast Sahara Desert. This means it has a very dry climate and often features sandy landscapes and rocky formations.
Important Places in Ennedi-Ouest
The main city and capital of the region is Fada. Other important towns and settlements in Ennedi-Ouest include Gouro, Kalait, Nohi, and Ounianga Kébir. These towns are home to many of the region's people.
People of Ennedi-Ouest
The Ennedi-Ouest Region is home to a diverse group of people. Understanding who lives here helps us learn more about the region.
Population Size
Based on estimates from 2009, about 59,744 people live in the Ennedi-Ouest Region.
Main Ethnic Groups
The main groups of people living here are the Tedaga and Dazaga Toubou, along with the Zaghawa. These groups have their own unique cultures and languages.
How Ennedi-Ouest is Organized
Like other regions in Chad, Ennedi-Ouest is divided into smaller areas to help with local government and services.
Departments of the Region
The Ennedi-Ouest Region is divided into two main parts called departments. Each department has its own capital and smaller areas called communes.
| Department | Capital | Communes |
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| Fada | Fada | Fada, Gouro, Ounnianga-Kébir, Tébi, Nohi |
| Mourtcha | Kalait | Kalait, Torboul |
Leadership in Ennedi-Ouest
Every region in Chad has a governor who is in charge of its administration.
The Governor of Ennedi-Ouest
The current governor of the Ennedi-Ouest Region is Mornadji Mbaïssanébé Kar-Ouba. He has a background in the military, having served as a general in the Chadian Air Force. He also used to be the governor of another region called Moyen-Chari Region.
See also
In Spanish: Región de Ennedi Oeste para niños
