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South Sudan

Südsudan

South Sudan is in Africa. Here you’ll find flag, capital and neighbours to learn.

Borders: DR Congo, Central African Republic, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, Uganda

Capital
Juba
Region
Africa
Subregion
Zentralafrika
Area
619,745 km²
Population
12,188,788
Language
English
Neighbours
DR Congo, Central African Republic, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, Uganda

Did you know?

  • History

    South Sudan became independent in 2011 and is thus the world’s youngest generally recognised state.

  • Geography

    In the Sudd, one of Earth’s largest wetlands, a substantial share of Nile water evaporates.

  • Nature

    Over a million white-eared kob migrate through Boma National Park each year — one of the world’s largest animal migrations.

  • Language

    English is the official language, although over 60 indigenous languages are spoken in the country.

Frequently asked questions about South Sudan

Juba is the capital of South Sudan.