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Music of South Sudan

Taarab on the Swahili coast, Ethio-jazz and the krar, Somali qaraami, Benga guitar music, Kenyan and Tanzanian bongo flava.

Sung and searched in Arabic. The YouTube button above can run your search in that language.

A brief history

South Sudan historical sites

Boma National Park is located in Eastern Equatoria, near the Ethiopian border. While primarily known for its wildlife, Boma National Park is also home to ancient rock art and archaeological sites that provide insights into the early settlements in the region.

Khartoum–South Sudan border area is located in the Upper Nile region. This region has ancient burial mounds and archaeological sites that date back to the pre-colonial era, reflecting the history of the Nilotic peoples.

Jebel Barkal is located near the northern border with Sudan, in the Upper Nile region.

Ancient rock art sites

South Sudan is home to numerous ancient rock art sites that depict ancient hunting scenes, animals, and early human life. These sites are evidence of the region's long history of human habitation. They are found particularly in the Kapoeta region of Eastern Equatoria.

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Radio from South Sudan

Music only, no news or talk. Stations that play the local tradition come first, then the most listened. They play in the corner of the page.

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