Goz Beïda
Goz Beïda (Arabic: قوز بيدا) is the capital of the Sila (or Dar Sila) region of Chad, as well as the main town (chef-lieu) of the Kimiti department. Prior to 2008, Goz Beïda was part of the Ouaddaï Region's former Sila Department.
Goz Beïda
قوز بيدا | |
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Goz Beïda Location in Chad (Sila region highlighted) | |
| Coordinates: 12°13′25″N 21°24′52″E | |
| Country | Chad |
| Region | Sila (Dar Sila) |
| Department | Kimiti |
| Sub-Prefecture | Goz Beïda |
| Time zone | +1 |
Goz Beïda is 70 kilometres (43 mi) from Chad's border with Sudan's western Darfur Region. The town has been seriously affected by the conflict in Darfur, which has spilled over into the surrounding area and resulted in large numbers of refugees living in the town.
The town is served by Goz Beïda Airport.
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