South Sudan

South Sudan is a presidential republic, located in Middle Africa. Christianity is the predominant religion. Its capital is Juba. About 12.2 million people live there (2025).

Capital

Juba

Population

12,188,788 (2025)

Region

Africa (Middle Africa)

Area

619,745 km²

Demonym

South Sudanese

Languages

English

Form of Government

Presidential republic

Religion

Christianity (60.5%)
Folk/Indigenous religions (32.9%)
Islam (6.2%)

Currency

South Sudanese pound (SSP)

GDP

$12.0B (2015)