Embassy of South Sudan in Nairobi, Kenya; address Galana Road Senteu Plaza 2nd Floor, Nairobi; phone +254737488599. Head of mission: Mrs. Monica Achol Aguek.
Head of mission: Mrs. Monica Achol Aguek, Deputy Head of Mission (as listed in the diplomatic list of Kenya, 7 Nov 2024)
South Sudan offers untapped potential and natural beauty, making it an emerging destination for travelers. As a young nation, its hospitality industry is still developing but shows promise. It may appeal to a segment of Kenya's 54 million population.
South Sudan is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to Kenya. According to the Global Peace Index, South Sudan ranks 158th out of 160 countries, while Kenya ranks 120th. The murder rate in South Sudan is significantly higher at 14.9 per 100,000 people, compared to Kenya's 5.3. In terms of organized crime, South Sudan scores worse in several categories, including crime networks (8.0 for South Sudan vs. 7.5 for Kenya) and state crime (9.0 for South Sudan vs. 8.0 for Kenya). While both countries face challenges with crime, the overall safety conditions in South Sudan suggest that it may not be a suitable destination for tourists from Kenya.