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South Sudan
South Sudan · SSD · Africa
85
Risk Score
Critical→ Stable
Risk Factors
Active conflict (structural)
No recent events in pipeline
Overview
South Sudan, the world's newest nation, is rich in oil but continues to grapple with the devastating effects of civil conflict and political instability. The country faces a severe humanitarian crisis, widespread poverty, and significant challenges in building state institutions. Efforts are focused on peacebuilding and economic recovery.
Leadership
Salva Kiir Mayardit
President
GOVERNMENT: Presidential Republic
Riek Machar Teny
James Pitia Morgan
Awow Daniel Chuang
Economy
GDP
$4.0B
GDP per Capita
$350
GDP Growth
+3.0%
Inflation
10.0%
Unemployment
25.0%
OilSubsistence AgricultureServices
Trade
Key Exports
Crude Petroleum
Key Imports
FoodstuffsMachineryFuelManufactured GoodsVehicles
Top Partners
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