Moussoro

Place in Barh El Gazel, Chad From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Moussoro (Arabic: موسورو) is a town in Chad, lying 300 km (190 mi) northeast of N'Djamena on the road to Faya-Largeau. An important transportation centre, it lies in a dry river bed and as a result has more vegetation than is typical in the area.[citation needed]

Country Chad
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Moussoro
موسورو
Moussu
Moussoro is located in Chad
Moussoro
Moussoro
Location in Chad (Barh El Gazel highlighted)
Coordinates: 13°38′35″N 16°29′31″E
Country Chad
RegionBarh El Gazel
DepartmentBarh El Gazel Sud
Sub-prefectureMoussoro
Population
 (2012)
  Total
75,210
Time zone+1
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Moussoro is the capital of the region of Barh El Gazel (Bahr el Gazel).[1] The town is served by Moussoro Airport. Moussoro is inhabited by Gouran Kreda/Karra ethnic group of northern Chad. It serves as their commercial and administrative town. Moussoro market day is Thursday. The area is mostly known for its agricultural activity.[citation needed]

Moussoro have the second president's residence in Chad after the main Residence in N'Djamena (see image below). The town is also the main area for army training in Chad.[citation needed]

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