Sudan

Geography & Mobility in Sudan

The Sudanese Republic is a former British colony. It has 18 states and is located in North-Eastern Africa. Eritrea, Ethiopia, South Sudan, the Central African Republic, Chad, Libya, and Egypt are all bordering the country. Khartoum, South Darfur, and Gezira are the most important states. Sudan is Africa's third-largest country, covering more than 1.8 million square kilometers. It has a hot climate with seasonal rainfall. Large flat plains dominate the landscape, with more desert towards the north. There are over 44 million inhabitants in the country. Khartoum, the country's capital and largest city, is the country's largest metropolis. Omdurman, Nyala, and Port Sudan are also prominent cities. Khartoum International Airport (KRT) is the largest airport, with a yearly passenger flow of about 3.5 million people. It connects the country to African and Middle Eastern destinations.

Sudan Demographics & More

Sudan became an independent country in 1956. Its culture is dominated by a mash-up of ethnic groups' customs. Islam is the predominant religion. English and Arabic are the country's official languages. The legal system is founded on English common law as well as Islamic law. The government is set up in the manner of a presidential republic.

Sudan's Economy

The Sudanese pound (SDG) is the national currency. Sudan has an open economy, with a GDP of about $177.6 billion dollars. This places it as Africa's tenth largest economy. It has a $4,232 per capita income. Services and agriculture are the two largest contributors to GDP. Sudan is the world's largest producer and exporter of gum Arabic, with agriculture employing more than 80% of the population. Cotton, peanuts, sorghum, millet, wheat, oil, cotton, textiles, and cement are the principal export items.

Visiting Sudan

Sudan is a tourist destination that is still emerging. It is well-known for its natural beauty and biodiversity. Three UNESCO world heritage sites are located around the country. Animal watching and hiking are the most popular tourist activities. Meroe, Suakin, Khartoum, Kerma, the Dinder National Park, the Sanganeb National Park, Port Sudan, and Arkawit are among the places to visit. The number of tourists who visit each year is unknown, but the government is working to enhance infrastructure in order to attract more visitors in the future.