Live Data
Capital
Juba
Population
11.1 million (2024 est.)
Area
644,329 km²
Languages
English, Arabic, Dinka, Nuer, Bari
Currency
South Sudanese Pound (SSP)
Timezone
East Africa Time (UTC+3)
Regions
Greater Equatoria
The southernmost region bordering Uganda, Kenya, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Includes the towns of Yei, Nimule, and Torit. Lush, green landscapes with significant agricultural potential, tropical forests, and the Nimule National Park along the White Nile. View on the Pulse map.
Greater Bahr el Ghazal
The northwestern region, one of the most remote and undeveloped areas of South Sudan. Includes Wau and Aweil, with vast seasonal floodplains (the Sudd wetlands) that are among the world's largest wetland ecosystems, supporting enormous bird populations and traditional cattle-keeping communities. Explore on the Pulse map.
Greater Upper Nile
The northeastern region, centered on Malakal and Renk along the White Nile. Includes oil-producing areas and the Sudd wetlands. The Nile provides essential transport and irrigation. The region has been affected by conflict but has significant agricultural and mineral potential. The Sudd is one of the world's largest wetland ecosystems — learn about conservation through the South Sudan Wildlife Service. View on the Pulse map.
Juba and the Capital Region
Juba is the youngest national capital in Africa, a rapidly growing city on the White Nile. The city serves as the country's political and economic hub, with international organizations, NGOs, and diplomatic missions. The surrounding area includes the Luri forest and the road to the Uganda border. Explore the region on the Pulse map.
Greater Jonglei
The largest state in South Sudan by area, centered on Bor along the White Nile. Home to vast seasonal floodplains, the Sudd wetland system (one of Earth's largest wetlands), and diverse ethnic communities including the Dinka, Nuer, and Murle. The region is central to South Sudan's cattle culture. View on the Pulse map.
🏗️Infrastructure
South Sudan's infrastructure is among the least developed in Africa. Roads, electricity, water supply, and telecommunications are limited. The country relies on fuel imports, and power supply is erratic even in Juba. The Juba-Nimule road to Uganda is a critical trade corridor. Infrastructure development is a major priority but constrained by funding, security, and institutional capacity. For a geographic overview, explore the Pulse map.
🏥Healthcare
South Sudan's healthcare system is severely underdeveloped. The country has some of the world's worst health indicators. Facilities are concentrated in Juba, where a few private clinics serve the international community. NGOs and international organizations provide significant health services, particularly in conflict-affected areas. For serious conditions, medical evacuation to Nairobi is essential. Travelers must have comprehensive medical evacuation insurance. Consult the Ministry of Health South Sudan and the WHO country health profiles and WHO Regional Office for Africa resource for current health advisories.
🚌Transportation
Juba International Airport is the main international gateway, with connections to Nairobi, Entebbe, Addis Ababa, Khartoum, and other regional hubs. UN Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS) operates flights to major towns. Road connections to Uganda (Nimule border) and Kenya (Nadapal border) exist but road conditions are poor. The White Nile provides some river transport. There is no rail network. For a geographic view of the transport network, explore the Pulse map.