# South Sudan: 15 years of independence mapped

South Sudan marks 15 years since gaining independence, with maps and charts illustrating its journey. The nation continues to face significant political and humanitarian challenges, underscoring the gap between independence hopes and current realities.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/9/in-maps-and-charts-south-sudans-15-years-of-independence?traffic_source=rss) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:35:30 +0000