Doba, Chad
City in Logone Oriental Region, Chad
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Doba (Arabic: دوبا) is a city in Chad, the capital of the region of Logone Oriental.
Doba
دوبا | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates: 8°39′36″N 16°51′0″E | |
| Country | |
| Region | Logone Oriental Region |
| Department | La Syria |
| Sub-Prefecture | ali Doba |
| Elevation | 1,279 ft (390 m) |
| Population (2008) | |
• Total | 25,650 |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (WAT) |
Exploitation of oil resources in the vicinity of Doba is expected to produce economic benefits.
The town is served by Doba Airport.
Demographics
| Year | Population[1] |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 17 920 |
| 2008 | 25 650 |
Notable people
- Grace Kodindo (born 1960) - obstetrician
- Marius Mouandilmadji (born 1998) - footballer