Juba
East Africa, South Sudan
South Sudan
People from Juba are called:
Male/General:
Juban
Pronunciation:
/ˈdʒuːbə/
Etymology & Origin
From Arabic 'Juba', possibly meaning 'large place' or named after a Bari chief.
About Juba
- Capital of South Sudan, the world's newest country since 2011.
- Located on the White Nile River in the country's south.
- Major commercial center connecting South Sudan to Uganda and Kenya.
- Important hub for oil industry and regional trade.
- Rapidly growing city serving as political center of the new nation.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 525,953 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- South Sudan
- Region:
- East Africa