Migration- Chad Flashcards
How much of Chad’s population is below the poverty line?
42.3%
Open defecation rates
68%- encouraging the spread of cholera diarrhoea hepatitis A typhoid and polio
How many doctors are there per thousand people in Chad?
0.058
Why is climate a push factor in Chad?
Flood droughts and unpredictable rainfall causes water shortages and difficulty farming
How does conflict influence migration?
Conflict is a push factor and there is a general insecurity in eastern Chad
How many refugees does Chad host?
300,000 in 17 refugee camps
How many forcibly displaced persons does Chad have?
1.3 million as of 2023
What’s the most common age from migrants?
18 to 59 making them economically active
What proportion of refugees were below 18?
1/5
What’s the direction of travel for migrants out of Chad?
Chad- Niger- Libya- Tripola- Malta
What are destination countries for people from Chad?
Most neighbouring countries and Sam go to Europe or Canada
- Nomadic ethnic groups moved along fixed routes from north to south during dry periods
How does violence create risks for immigrants?
People get shot on boats and disposed of into the sea when making the journey across water
