South Sudan
South Sudan is a country in Africa. Its capital is Juba, and it shares land borders with 6 countries.
- Capital
- Juba
- Region
- Africa
- Area
- 646,883 km² Number 42 of 240 by size
- Land borders
- 6 countries
What is the capital of South Sudan?
The capital of South Sudan is Juba.
Which countries border South Sudan?
South Sudan shares land borders with 6 countries: Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan and Uganda.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Juba |
|---|---|---|
 Uganda | Kampala | 513 km (318 mi) |
 Kenya | Nairobi | 897 km (557 mi) |
 Ethiopia | Addis Ababa | 917 km (570 mi) |
 Sudan | Khartoum | 1,189 km (739 mi) |
 Central African Republic | Bangui | 1,444 km (897 mi) |
 Democratic Republic of the Congo | Kinshasa | 2,085 km (1,296 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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