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Moyen-Chari
Map of Chad showing Moyen-Chari
Map of Chad showing Moyen-Chari
Country Chad
Departments 3
Sub-prefectures 18
Regional capital Sarh
Population
 (2009)
 • Total 588,008

Moyen-Chari is one of the 23 regions in the country of Chad. It is located in the southern part of Chad. The main city and capital of this region is Sarh.

In 2009, about 588,008 people lived in Moyen-Chari. This region is also home to Manda National Park. This park helps protect wildlife and nature in the area.

Understanding Moyen-Chari's Divisions

Like many large areas, Moyen-Chari is split into smaller parts. These smaller parts help with local government and services. Moyen-Chari is divided into three main sections called departments. Each department has its own capital city. These departments are then further divided into even smaller areas called sub-prefectures.

Departments and Their Capitals

Here is a list of the departments in Moyen-Chari. It also shows their capital cities and the smaller sub-prefectures within them:

Department Capital Sub-prefectures
Barh Köh Sarh Sarh, Korbol, Koumogo, Moussa Foyo, Balimba
Grande Sido Maro [fr] Maro, Danamadji, Djéké Djéké, Sido
Lac Iro Kyabé Kyabé, Bohobé, Boum Kebbir, Ngondeye, Roro, Baltoubaye, Dindjebo, Alako, Singako

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