Land with two official languages — French and Arabic

Answer:

CHAD

Hint:

This central African nation, named after a large shallow lake on its western border, gained independence from France in 1960.

Explanation:

This clue points to Chad, a country in central Africa where both French and Arabic hold official status. French is widely used in government and education due to colonial history, while Arabic is common in daily life and trade. The answer fits neatly as a concise geographic reference without any hidden wordplay or tricks.

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