Akobo, South Sudan


Akobo is a town in South Sudan.

Location

It is located in Akobo County, in the northeastern part of South Sudan, near the International border with Ethiopia. Its location lies approximately, by road, northeast of Juba,

History

Population

According to the Sudanese census, which was boycotted by the South Sudanese government, Akobo County's population was 400,210 in 2008.
The land is settled by the Anyuak people.

Transportation

From Akobo, one road leads northwest to Padoi and Walgak towards Waat. Another road leads south to Kong Kong and Pibor. The town is also served by Akobo Airport.

Notable landmarks

Notable landmarks in the town of Akobo, include the following: