A History Of Conflict And Independence

South Sudan: A Country on the Brink

A History of Conflict and Independence

South Sudan, a member of numerous international organizations including the United Nations and the African Union, gained independence from Sudan in 2011 after decades of civil war. This conflict, Africa's longest-running, ended with a peace agreement in 2005.

Natural Beauty and Humanitarian Challenges

Abundant Biodiversity

South Sudan's diverse landscape boasts savannas, swamplands, and rainforests, providing habitats for a wide variety of wildlife.

Climate Change and Humanitarian Crisis

However, South Sudan's vulnerability to climate change and natural disasters exacerbates its humanitarian crisis, hindering recovery and development efforts.

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