South Sudan

South Sudan is a region located in the southern part of Sudan. It is bordered by the Central African Republic, Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Sudan. The region has an area of about 619,745 square miles and a population of over 12 million people. The capital of South Sudan is Juba. The region of South Sudan is home to many different ethnic groups, including the Dinka, Nuer, and Shilluk. The official languages of South Sudan are English and Arabic, although many other languages are spoken in the region. The economy of South Sudan is largely based on agriculture, with livestock, grains, and cash crops being the main products. The region is also rich in oil reserves, although much of the infrastructure needed to extract and refine the oil is located in Sudan. The region of South Sudan has a long history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Paleolithic era. The region was part of the Kingdom of Kush for many centuries, and later became part of the Egyptian empire. The region was also part of the British empire during the colonial era. South Sudan gained independence from Sudan in 2011, becoming its own country. Since then, the region has been plagued by civil war and violence. In December 2013, a peace agreement was reached between the government and rebels, although fighting continues in some areas.