Sunday, August 25, 2024 South Sudan’s travel industry is experiencing a surge with the implementation of a new visa-free travel policy for four countries, including Egypt, Kenya, and Tanzania as of August 2024. This strategic move aims to boost tourism and strengthen regional connections, making it easier for citizens from these countries to explore the natural beauty and cultural richness of South Sudan. South Sudan, officially known as the Republic of South Sudan, is a landlocked country located in East-Central Africa.
It is bordered by Sudan to the north, Ethiopia to the east, Kenya to the southeast, Uganda to the south, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the southwest, and the Central African Republic to the west. Juba is the capital and largest city of South Sudan. Sudan Visitor Arrivals recorded 824,169 person in Dec 2021, compared with 529,571 person in the previous year.
Visitors from Uganda, Kenya, and Sudan are the largest groups of tourists to South Sudan. These neighboring countries contribute significantly to the influx of travelers, primarily due to geographic proximity and established cultural and economic ties. G.
D.P of South Sudan South Sudan is among the most oil-dependent countries in the world, with oil exports making up nearly all of its export revenues and accounting for over 40% of its gross domestic product (GDP). For 2024, the GDP growth rate is projected at 6.
52%, indicating continued reliance on oil for economic stability. TTW Editor in Ch.