Democracy in Chad
Chad's incumbent military leader who rose to power in a coup, Mahamat Deby, was elected president. The opposition candidate protested the results but his complaints were rejected. MPS won two-thirds of the legislative election, although the opposition boycotted it, and the turnout was 51%.
Key Stats
Democratic History
This page offers a comprehensive overview of Chad's government and political history through two key interactive visualisations. The first section provides a detailed table showcasing vital political and economic indicators, such as Chad's population, GDP, government structure, age and tenure of the current president, military regime status, and democracy metrics.
The second section presents a historical and political chronology of Chad, highlighting significant milestones such as independence, referendum history, coups, notable wars, and democratic progress. Together, these visualisations provide a rich resource for understanding Chad's governance, leadership, and democratic evolution, catering to researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in African political history.
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