South Sudan

South Sudan is the newest country in the world. It gained independence from Sudan on July 9, 2011. The country is located in eastern Africa and has vast grasslands, swamps, and tropical forests. The White Nile River flows through the country on its way to Egypt.

Land and People

About 11 million people live in South Sudan. The capital is Juba. The Sudd is one of the largest swamps in the world, covering a huge area in the center of the country. South Sudan has grasslands, forests, and mountains along its borders.

Culture and Fun Facts

South Sudan has many different ethnic groups with unique languages, music, and traditions. Cattle are very important in many communities. The country has large wildlife populations, including elephants, giraffes, and one of the biggest animal migrations in Africa. English is the official language.

Fun Facts

• South Sudan became an independent country on July 9, 2011, making it the world's newest nation.
• The Sudd swamp in South Sudan is one of the largest wetlands on Earth.
• South Sudan has one of the largest animal migrations in Africa, with hundreds of thousands of antelope.

Did You Know?

South Sudan is home to one of the largest animal migrations on Earth. Hundreds of thousands of white-eared kob antelope travel across the grasslands every year, similar to the famous migration in Kenya and Tanzania.