The Republic of Chad is divided into 23 regions. Chad was divided into regions in 2002. It was previously divided into prefectures, and then departments.

Current regions

This is a list of the regions of Chad since 2012, with official population figures from the 2009 census, and estimated population figures for mid 2023.

History

From independence in 1960 until 1999 it was divided into 14 préfectures. These were replaced in 1999 by 28 départements. The country was reorganized again in 2002 to produce 18 régions. In 2008, a further four régions were created, increasing the number to 22. Ennedi Region was split into Ennedi-Est and Ennedi-Ouest in 2012, producing the current 23 regions.

Regions (2008–2012)

Regions (2002–2008)

(1) created in 2004

Regions created in 2008

On February 19, 2008, four new regions were created:

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