Fun facts about Wau
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Wau was initially established by the French as Fort Desaix.
Wau
South Sudan
Wau is a town, locally referred to as a city, in northwestern South Sudan on the western bank of the Jur River. It is the capital of Western Bahr el Ghazal region in South Sudan. It lies approximately 650 kilometres (400 mi) northwest of the capital, Juba. It is a diverse small urban center (town) and a trading hub.
From the “History” section
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The population of Wau is ethnically diverse, with most inhabitants being Luo and Fertit.
Wau
South Sudan
Wau is a town, locally referred to as a city, in northwestern South Sudan on the western bank of the Jur River. It is the capital of Western Bahr el Ghazal region in South Sudan. It lies approximately 650 kilometres (400 mi) northwest of the capital, Juba. It is a diverse small urban center (town) and a trading hub.
From the “Population” section
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Wau is a vibrant economic center and serves as a hub for trade between Darfur, Bahr al Ghazal, and Equatoria.
Wau
South Sudan
Wau is a town, locally referred to as a city, in northwestern South Sudan on the western bank of the Jur River. It is the capital of Western Bahr el Ghazal region in South Sudan. It lies approximately 650 kilometres (400 mi) northwest of the capital, Juba. It is a diverse small urban center (town) and a trading hub.
From the “Economy” section
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Wau has a tropical savanna climate with a distinct wet and dry season.
Wau
South Sudan
Wau is a town, locally referred to as a city, in northwestern South Sudan on the western bank of the Jur River. It is the capital of Western Bahr el Ghazal region in South Sudan. It lies approximately 650 kilometres (400 mi) northwest of the capital, Juba. It is a diverse small urban center (town) and a trading hub.
From the “Geography and climate” section
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Luol Deng and Thon Maker are notable former NBA basketball players from Wau.
Wau
South Sudan
Wau is a town, locally referred to as a city, in northwestern South Sudan on the western bank of the Jur River. It is the capital of Western Bahr el Ghazal region in South Sudan. It lies approximately 650 kilometres (400 mi) northwest of the capital, Juba. It is a diverse small urban center (town) and a trading hub.
From the “Notable people” section
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