Akobo, Sudan
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 Akobo
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| Coordinates: 7°47′N 33°3′E / 7.783°N 33.050°ECoordinates: 7°47′N 33°3′E / 7.783°N 33.050°E | |
| Country |
 South Sudan
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| State | Eastern Bieh |
| County | Akobo County |
| Elevation | 1,600 ft (500 m) |
| Population (2011 Estimate) | |
| • Total | 1,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC+3) |
| Climate | Aw |
Akobo is a town in South Sudan.
It is located in Akobo County, Eastern Bieh, in the northeastern part of South Sudan, near the International border with Ethiopia. Its location lies approximately 450 kilometres (280 mi), by road, northeast of Juba, the capital and largest city in the country.
According to the Sudanese census, which was boycotted by the South Sudanese government, Akobo County's population was 136,210 in 2008.
From Akobo, one road leads northwest to Faddoi and Waat. Another road leads south to Tong Tong and Pibor. The town is also served by Akobo Airport.
Notable landmarks in the town of Akobo, include the following:
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