The Republic of South Sudan - The Birth Of A New Nation

Come 9 July 2011 at 12.01am South Sudan time (2100GMT) marks the independence of South Sudan and the birth of the world newest country, it is the 193rd  country of the world.-

The Republic of South Sudan

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY and congratulation to all South Sudanese

Facts and figures:

• Population: 7.5-9.7 million
• Size: 619,745 sq km (239,285 sq miles), larger than Spain and Portugal combined
• Major languages: English, Arabic (both official), Juba Arabic, Dinka
• Religion: Traditional and a Christian minority
• Main export: Oil
• Capital: Juba

South Sudan National Anthem

The dawn of the new nation is nigh. The national anthem is ready. South Sudanese at home and abroad are learning the song that will soon embody their unified resolve to defend and support the sovereignty of their country. The lyrics and music is hereunder. Please, learn and circulate it to fellow compatriots. God bless South Sudan!

Oh God
We praise and glorify you
For your grace on South Sudan,
Land of great abundance
Uphold us united in peace and harmony.

Oh motherland
We rise raising flag with the guiding star
And sing songs of freedom with joy,
For justice, liberty and prosperity
Shall forever more reign.

Oh great patriots
Let us stand up in silence and respect,
Saluting our martyrs whose blood
Cemented our national foundation,
We vow to protect our nation

Oh God bless South Sudan.

States of Southern Sudan

Southern Sudan consists of ten states which formerly composed the provinces of Equatoria (Central Equatoria, Eastern Equatoria, and Western Equatoria); Bahr el Ghazal (Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Western Bahr el Ghazal, Lakes, and Warrap); and Upper Nile (Jonglei, Unity, and Upper Nile).