Chad is conducting its first nationwide census since 2009, a significant effort to count every citizen and address decades of underrepresentation. Remote communities face major challenges, with many traveling long distances to participate. The initiative is seen as vital for highlighting disparities in essential services like healthcare and education. Residents hope the data collected will lead to better governance and improved public investment.
The video underscores how this census could reshape Chad’s political and social landscape by providing accurate information for national planning. It captures the resilience of people determined to be counted despite difficult conditions. By giving voice to marginalized populations, the census may serve as a foundation for more inclusive policies and equitable development across the country.