Laï (Arabic: لادي) is a city in Chad. It lies on the Logone River and is the capital of the region of Tandjilé. The town is served by Laï Airport.

Laï
لادي
Laï is located in Chad
Laï
Laï
Location in Chad
Coordinates: 9°24′0″N 16°18′0″E / 9.40000°N 16.30000°E / 9.40000; 16.30000
Country Chad
RegionTandjile Region
DepartmentTandjile Est
Sub-PrefectureLaï
Population
 (2008)
 • Total20 428
Time zone+1

History

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This city is notable for the Battle of Lai during World War I; in August 1914 the city was occupied by the German army until it was liberated by the French in September.

Demographics

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Year Population[1]
1993 14 272
2008 20 428

Notable people

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References

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9°24′N 16°18′E / 9.400°N 16.300°E / 9.400; 16.300