Which rivers provide Chad with natural irrigation?
Natural irrigation in Chad is primarily provided by the Chari River and the Logone River, along with their various tributaries.12
These river systems flow from the southeast and serve as the main source of inflow for Lake Chad. While the Chari and Logone account for the vast majority of the lake's water supply, other rivers, such as the Ebeji (El-BĂ©id) and Yedseram, also contribute to the inflow. The Chari itself is fed by headstreams in the Central African Republic and is joined by tributaries including the Salamat Wadi and the Ouham River.1234
The agricultural productivity of the region, particularly in the south, is closely tied to these water sources, as the Chari valley supports rice production and the shores of Lake Chad are used for growing wheat.5