One Year After South Sudan's Independence: Opportunities and Obstacles for Africa's Newest Country

July 9, 2012 marks South Sudan's first anniversary as an independent and sovereign state. The country's first year has been fraught with major challenges, like the continuing struggle with the Republic of Sudan over their common border. The Africa Growth Initiative (AGI) has been following...

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Published inBrookings Institution Reports
Main Authors Kimenyi, Mwangi S, Kamau, Anne W, John Mukum Mbaku, Taiwo, Olumide, Agbor, Julius, Watkins, Kevin
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Washington The Brookings Institution 01.06.2012
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South Sudan
Sudan
Africa
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Summary:July 9, 2012 marks South Sudan's first anniversary as an independent and sovereign state. The country's first year has been fraught with major challenges, like the continuing struggle with the Republic of Sudan over their common border. The Africa Growth Initiative (AGI) has been following developments and offers independent policy proposals that can translate into sustainable economic growth and development for Africa's newest country.