South Sudan
South Sudan is a country in East Africa, Africa. Its capital is Juba, with a population of approximately 11.1M and a total area of 619,745 km². The official language is English and the currency is the South Sudanese Pound (SSP).
📊 Quick Facts about South Sudan
South Sudan covers an area of 619,745 km² with a population density of 18/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $4.6B ($415 per capita) and gained independence in 2011. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
South Sudan became the world's newest internationally recognised country on July 9, 2011, after a referendum in which 99% voted for independence from Sudan. The Sudd, a vast inland swamp, is one of the world's largest tropical wetlands and hosts massive wildlife migrations.
✈️ Travel Information for South Sudan
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.
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🏛 Must-See Places in South Sudan
The world's second largest freshwater wetland, a vast inland swamp with hippos, shoebills and migrating antelope
Home to one of the world's largest land animal migrations, a million white-eared kob moving seasonally
The White Nile flowing through the capital, the lifeblood of South Sudan
South Sudan's oldest park, hippos, elephants and buffalo along the Nile near the Uganda border
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What is the capital of South Sudan?
The capital of South Sudan is Juba.
What continent is South Sudan in?
South Sudan is located in Africa, in the East Africa region.
What currency does South Sudan use?
South Sudan uses the South Sudanese Pound (SSP). The international calling code is +211.
What is the GDP of South Sudan?
South Sudan has a GDP of $4.6B, with a GDP per capita of $415.
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