UNESCO safeguards South Sudan’s first heritage site
UNESCO urgently listed the Boma–Padenguelo plains in South Sudan as a World Heritage Site facing threats, due to severe dangers such as poaching, illegal wildlife trade, insecurity, and extractive activities. This area is the largest of its kind in the world, covering 37,500 square kilometers between the White Nile and the Ethiopian border. It is home to a variety of large mammals and bird species, witnessing the migration of around one million animals, including antelopes and gazelles, which leave distinct tracks across the grasslands. The region faces the risks of climate change and ongoing conflicts, requiring urgent protection to preserve its unique biodiversity. This is the first site in South Sudan to be listed on UNESCO's World Heritage List.
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