Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between South Africa and South Sudan?

Accepted Answer

South Africa wins the Data Duel 8-3 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 Africa and South Sudan compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a GDP of $427.2 billion, while South Sudan has $12.0 billion. South Africa leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a GDP per Capita of $6,597.715, while South Sudan has $1,080.147. South Africa leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do South Africa and South Sudan compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a Population of 64.0 million, while South Sudan has 11.9 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do South Africa and South Sudan compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a Life Expectancy of 66.1, while South Sudan has 57.6. South Africa leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do South Africa and South Sudan compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a GDP Growth of 1.1%, while South Sudan has -10.8%. South Africa leads on this indicator.

Economy — 4–1

Demographics — 1–0

Technology — 1–0

Environment — 1–0

Health — 0–1

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 0–1