Fertility Rate: Chad

Analysis# Chad Fertility Rate Chad's fertility rate stands at 6.028 births per woman in 2024, representing the lowest level in the country's recorded history. The metric has declined substantially from its peak of 7.337 births per woman in 1993, though the overall change since 1960 remains modest at -3.6%. This slow reduction reflects Chad's position among the world's highest fertility countries, where large family sizes remain common despite gradual demographic shifts. A consistent downward trend has emerged since the mid-2010s, with the fertility rate dropping from 6.706 births per woman in 2015 to 6.028 in 2024. This nine-year decline of 0.678 births per woman suggests accelerating momentum toward lower fertility, driven by factors including increased female education and expanded access to family planning. Continued reduction appears likely, though Chad's rate will likely remain elevated relative to global standards for the foreseeable future.