Fact aboutSouth SudanThat We Don’t Know
There are reports that Israel is negotiating with South Sudan to attract residents from Gaza. South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs previously denied any talks with Israel regarding relocating Gaza residents to this country. Considering these reports, in this section ofSelMagzWe offer information about South Sudan.
Official Name:Republic of South Sudan
Capital:Juba
Population:Approximately 12.7 million people
Area:644,329 square kilometers
Official Languages:English and Arabic
Time Zone:UTC+3 (East Africa Time)
Geographical Location of South Sudan
South Sudan is a landlocked country with no access to the sea. There are 44 landlocked countries worldwide, and South Sudan is one of them.
Historical Facts About South Sudan
South Sudan has been inhabited since the Middle Stone Age, around 30,000 to 20,000 years ago, when people lived in this region.
History of the Name “Sudan”
The name “Sudan” is derived from the Arabic phrase “Bilad al-Sudan,” meaning “Land of Blacks.”
History of the Colonization of South Sudan
Between 1899 and 1955, South Sudan was under joint rule by Britain and Egypt.
Independence of South Sudan
In 2011, South Sudan separated from Sudan following the 2005 peace agreement and became an independent country.
Wars and Crises
The Second Sudanese Civil War lasted from 1983 to 2005, causing the death of at least 1.5 million people and displacing over 4 million others.
In 2013, civil war broke out again in South Sudan, leading to the displacement of at least 4 million more people.
Language Diversity in South Sudan
South Sudan is one of the most linguistically diverse countries in Africa, with hundreds of different language groups spoken there.
Natural Features of South Sudan
The Boma National Park in South Sudan is one of the largest wildlife reserves in Africa and a major migration corridor for huge herds of animals.
Lake “Sudd” in South Sudan
The Sudd Wetland, the largest swamp in Africa and one of the biggest tropical wetlands in the world, is located in South Sudan.
Ethnic Diversity of South Sudan
Over 60 ethnic groups live in South Sudan.
Economic Status of South Sudan
South Sudan is one of the poorest countries in the world, with a gross domestic product per capita of only $455.
Low Life Expectancy in South Sudan
The average life expectancy in South Sudan in 2022 was about 56 years, one of the lowest in the world.
Air Pollution in South Sudan
South Sudan is one of the countries with the highest levels of air pollution in the world, ranking 9th in pollution-related deaths in 2020.
Travel Security Risks in South Sudan
South Sudan is considered one of the most dangerous countries to visit, rated by the SOS International Travel Risk Map as having “Severe Travel Security Risks”.
Unsafe for Tourists
According to the UK Foreign Office, South Sudan is one of 24 countries declared fully unsafe for travelers.
South Sudan Flag
The flag features horizontal stripes of black, red, and green separated by two white lines. The blue triangle represents the Nile River, and the yellow star symbolizes the unity of South Sudan’s states.
Animal Migrations
The Boma-Badingilo region in South Sudan includes the Boma and Badingilo national parks, which witness one of Africa’s largest wildlife migrations.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
South Sudan has three sites on UNESCO’s Tentative List, including the Boma and Badingilo national parks.
One of the Ethnic Groups in South Sudan
The name “Juba” is derived from “Djuopa,” which is the name of one of South Sudan’s ethnic groups.
