Chad's Global Disaster Risk Map

This study examines the transformation of global disasters into social catastrophes in Chad through Beck's “Risk Society” and Giddens's “Reflexive Modernity” theories. Despite being non-industrialized, Chad bears “manufactured risks” from climate change, greenhouse gas emissions, and global inequalities. Geographic vulnerability (Sahara-Sahel location, 90% Lake Chad shrinkage, 4% arable land) creates cycles of drought, hunger, water scarcity, mass migration, and epidemics. Using qualitative document analysis from World Bank, UN, and academic sources, a disaster risk map was constructed. Findings show tribal structures provide both resilience and conflict, while weak state capacity increases international aid dependency. The study recommends institutional reform, sustainable resource management, climate-resilient livelihoods, and locally-focused international cooperation. Chad exemplifies how unequally distributed global risks create social disaster laboratories.