South Sudan 🇸🇸
South Sudan 🇸🇸: capital Juba, population 11 million, located in Africa. Currency: South Sudanese Pound (SSP). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Juba
- Population: 11 million
- Continent: Africa
- Language: English
- Currency: South Sudanese Pound (SSP)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Republic of South Sudan
- Area: 619,745 km² (239,285 sq mi)
- Region: Middle Africa
- Landlocked
- People: South Sudanese
- Internet domain: .ss
Fun Facts About South Sudan
- The newest country in the world, gaining independence in 2011.
- Home to one of the largest animal migrations in Africa.
- The White Nile flows through the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Sudan known for?
South Sudan is known for several things — The newest country in the world, gaining independence in 2011; Home to one of the largest animal migrations in Africa; The White Nile flows through the country.
How big is South Sudan?
South Sudan covers about 619,745 square kilometers (239,285 square miles), in the Middle Africa region.
Is South Sudan landlocked?
Yes. South Sudan is landlocked — it has no coastline and is surrounded by 6 neighboring countries.
What are people from South Sudan called?
People from South Sudan are called South Sudanese.
What is the capital of South Sudan?
The capital of South Sudan is Juba.
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