Chad country guide: capital, Independence Day, and colours (ID)
📍 Chad
Theme Independence Day 2027
Chad is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is N'Djamena, the national observance is Independence Day on 11 August, and the national colours are blue and gold. Chad became independent from France on 11 August 1960.
Capital and region (ID)
N'Djamena is the capital. Chad sits in the African time region, on the Africa/Ndjamena clock. National ceremonies for Independence Day are centred there.
The national day
The next Independence Day is Wednesday, 11 August 2027. Chad became independent from France on 11 August 1960. Locally it is called Fête de l'Indépendance. The year on this page follows that next date, so it changes after the observance passes.
Colours and how the day looks
The national colours are blue and gold. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on Independence Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of Chad?
The capital is N'Djamena.
When is the next Independence Day?
The next date is Wednesday, 11 August 2027.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are blue and gold.
What does the national day mark?
Chad became independent from France on 11 August 1960.
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