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Country Guide South Sudan

The 10 Best Souvenirs from South Sudan

South Sudan's souvenirs should feel careful, small, and connected to material. Beadwork, baskets, leather, carved wood, woven mats, coffee-related pieces, textiles, and simple jewelry work when they stay close to handcraft.

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Top 10 Souvenirs from South Sudan

A tighter look at what is worth packing from South Sudan: things with texture, flavor, weight, or daily purpose.

Beaded Dinka Corset Panel from South Sudan
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01 Textiles

Beaded Dinka Corset Panel

A beadwork panel is a collector piece when the pattern is even and the backing is stable.

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Nile Cotton Wrap Cloth from South Sudan
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02 Textiles

Nile Cotton Wrap Cloth

A cotton wrap can serve as fabric, scarf, or light throw when the pattern stays balanced.

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Sesame Honey Jar from South Sudan
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03 Pantry Gift

Sesame Honey Jar

Sesame honey gives breakfast a nutty edge and makes a compact edible gift.

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Nile Beaded Bracelet Set from South Sudan
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04 Jewelry

Nile Beaded Bracelet Set

A bracelet set is easy to gift when the colors are clear and the closures feel strong.

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Nile Bird Print from South Sudan
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05 Art Print

Nile Bird Print

A bird print brings the river home through shape and line rather than a literal travel scene.

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Ebony Walking Stick from South Sudan
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06 Woodcraft

Ebony Walking Stick

A walking stick has presence when the handle fits the hand and the carving is restrained.

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Leather Cattle Bell from South Sudan
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Leather Cattle Bell

A cattle bell has sculptural value when the leather and metal feel honest rather than decorative only.

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Papyrus Basket from South Sudan
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08 Basketry

Papyrus Basket

A papyrus basket is light, useful, and strongest when the rim holds its shape.

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Nile Carved Stool from South Sudan
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09 Furniture

Nile Carved Stool

A small stool is worth carrying when the legs sit level and the seat is smooth.

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Gum Arabic Tin from South Sudan
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10 Pantry Gift

Gum Arabic Tin

Gum arabic is a niche pantry gift for cooks who like syrups, sweets, or drinks.

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