South Sudan
Photo: Miguel Samper for Mercy Corps

South Sudan

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South Sudan, the world's newest country, faces a tough road as it builds its future while recovering from 25 years of war.

Mercy Corps has been working with the South Sudanese people, many of them newly displaced from northern Sudan, to improve farming practices, grow more food, provide vocational training and create business opportunities that help communities thrive.

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At a glance

Population: 8.2 million
Size: 42nd largest country
Human Development Index rank: Unranked
Mercy Corps involvement dates to 1985

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