South Sudan
- Language
- English
- Anthem
- South Sudan, Oyee!
- Duration
- 1:17
- Status
- "South Sudan Oyee!" remains the national anthem of the Republic of South Sudan, symbolizing its independence and national identity today.
South Sudan National Anthem History
South Sudan, Oyee!
The national anthem of South Sudan, "South Sudan Oyee!", was collectively written by 49 writers and chosen through a televised competition in preparation for the country's independence. Its final version was settled in March 2011, revising its original working title "Land of Cush" to "South Sudan."
South Sudan
South Sudan, Oyee!
History timeline
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2011
South Sudan National Anthem Committee formed, requesting lyrics for an anthem ahead of the independence referendum.
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2011
Forty-nine writers submitted lyrics based on specific guidelines, with the winning entry chosen via a televised competition.
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2011
A final version of the anthem's lyrics was settled in March, revising the original working title "Land of Cush."
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2011
The anthem, "South Sudan Oyee!", was officially adopted on July 9, coinciding with the nation's independence.
The anthem's lyrics were not written by a single individual but collectively by 49 writers, with the winning entry chosen through a televised competition.