Embassy of South Africa in Juba, South Sudan; address House No. 28, Block 3 – k, DDR Avenue, Juba; phone +27211922000440. Head of mission: Adv. M S Muofhe.
Head of mission: Adv. M S Muofhe, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of South Africa, 15 Jan 2025)
South Africa offers a rich cultural experience and diverse attractions, making it an appealing destination for some of the 11 million people in South Sudan. Despite recent fluctuations in tourism, the country's resilience and potential continue to attract foreign visitors.
South Africa is generally considered safer for tourists compared to South Sudan, despite having a higher murder rate. According to the Global Peace Index, South Africa ranks 125th out of 160 countries, while South Sudan is ranked 158th. The murder rate in South Africa is 41.9 per 100,000 people, compared to South Sudan's 14.9. In terms of organized crime, South Africa has a lower index for human trafficking (4.5) and human smuggling (4.0) compared to South Sudan (8.5 and 5.5, respectively). However, South Africa faces challenges with drug-related crimes, scoring higher in areas like synthetic drugs (8.5) compared to South Sudan's score of 1.0. Overall, while South Africa has its own security concerns, it is relatively safer than South Sudan for tourists. Visitors should remain vigilant and informed about local conditions.