Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Lesotho and South Sudan?

Accepted Answer

Lesotho wins the Data Duel 6-5 across 26 indicators compared. The comparison covers GDP, population, life expectancy, R&D, patents, CO₂ emissions, and more — sourced from the World Bank.

Question 2

How do Lesotho and South Sudan compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Lesotho has a GDP of $2.6 billion, while South Sudan has $12.0 billion. South Sudan leads on this indicator.

Question 3

How do Lesotho and South Sudan compare on GDP per Capita?

Accepted Answer

Lesotho has a GDP per Capita of $1,088.963, while South Sudan has $1,080.147. Lesotho leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Lesotho and South Sudan compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Lesotho has a Population of 2.3 million, while South Sudan has 11.9 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Lesotho and South Sudan compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Lesotho has a Life Expectancy of 57.4, while South Sudan has 57.6. South Sudan leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Lesotho and South Sudan compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Lesotho has a GDP Growth of 2.0%, while South Sudan has -10.8%. Lesotho leads on this indicator.

Economy — 3–2

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 1–0

Environment — 0–1

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 0–1