South Sudan
South Sudan is a country in Africa (Middle Africa). Its capital is Juba. It has about 12,188,788 inhabitants (80th of 194 by population) and covers 619,745 km² (43rd of 195 by area).
Quick facts
| Capital | Juba |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Middle Africa |
| Population | 12,188,788 (2025) |
| Area | 619,745 km² |
| Currencies | South Sudanese pound (£) |
| Languages | English |
| Demonym | South Sudanese |
| Borders | Central African Republic, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, Uganda |
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