Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between South Sudan and Somalia?

Accepted Answer

Somalia wins the Data Duel 6-4 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 South Sudan and Somalia compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

South Sudan has a GDP of $12.0 billion, while Somalia has $13.0 billion. Somalia leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

South Sudan has a GDP per Capita of $1,080.147, while Somalia has $661.174. South Sudan leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do South Sudan and Somalia compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

South Sudan has a Population of 11.9 million, while Somalia has 19.0 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do South Sudan and Somalia compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

South Sudan has a Life Expectancy of 57.6, while Somalia has 58.8. Somalia leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do South Sudan and Somalia compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

South Sudan has a GDP Growth of -10.8%, while Somalia has 3.0%. Somalia leads on this indicator.

Economy — 2–2

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 0–1

Environment — 1–0

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 0–1

Education — 0–0

Trade — 0–1