What happened in southern Sudan?
What happened in southern Sudan?
Ten years ago, on July 9, 2011, South Sudan gained its long-fought independence from Sudan. Since then, the new country descended into a bloody seven-year civil war, and while a peace deal was inked by warring parties in 2018, fighting between communities, as well as government human rights abuses, rage on.
What is SPLA Day in South Sudan?
SPLA Day is a public holiday in South Sudan celebrated annually on May 16 to commemorate the formation of the then rebel group in 1983. On 16 May 1983, a group of mutineers from the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) opened fire in a barracks near Bor and would form the core of SPLA.
What countries recognize South Sudan?
United Nations member states
| # | Country | Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sudan | 9 July 2011 |
| 2 | Egypt | 9 July 2011 |
| 3 | Germany | 9 July 2011 |
| 4 | Kenya | 9 July 2011 |
Who owns South Sudan?
It is bordered by Ethiopia, Sudan, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and Kenya. Its population was estimated as 12,778,250 in 2019. Juba is the capital and largest city….South Sudan.
| Republic of South Sudan | |
|---|---|
| Capital and largest city | Juba 04°51′N 31°36′E |
| Official languages | English |
What does SPLA stand for in Sudan?
Sudan People’s Liberation Army
Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA)
When was SPLA started?
1983
The SPLA was founded as a guerrilla movement against the government of Sudan in 1983 and was a key participant of the Second Sudanese Civil War, led by John Garang. After Garang’s death in 2005, Salva Kiir was named the SPLA’s new Commander-in-Chief.
What is the poorest city in South Sudan?
Northern Bahr el Ghazal (NBeG) is reported to be the poorest area of South Sudan… and I believe it. The state has a severe lack of infrastructure.
