Renk is a town in

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Location

Renk is located in Renk County,

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, in the northeastern part of

, close to the International border with the Republic of Sudan. Its location lies approximately , by road, north of Juba, the capital and largest city in that country. The geographical coordinates of Renk are: Latitude: 11.8300; Longitude: 32.8000.

Overview

Renk is a small, but growing town, that lies on the eastern banks of the White Nile River. With the attainment of

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, on 9 July 2011, the town is poised to grow in size and economic significance, in the years to come.

Climate

Population

In the 2008, the population of the town was about 69,079.

Transportation

There is one main road that goes through town. Towards the south it leads, after passing through several smaller towns, to the city of

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, in Upper Nile State,

. Towards the north, the road leads to the twin cities of

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and Kosti in

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, in the Republic of Sudan. Renk is also served by Renk Airport.

Economy

The economy of Renk and surrounding Renk County is primarily dependent on subsistence agriculture and nomadic animal husbandry. However, seismic studies have identified significant

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deposits in Renk County and other areas of Upper Nile State.Map Showing Location of Petroleum Deposits In Sudan & South Sudan
/ref> The maximum exploitation of these deposits is yet to be achieved. Renk is mass agricultural, and makes about 35% Gum (Arabic) internationally, and more than 80% of sourgum and (simsim) in all South Sudan.

Points of interest

The following points of interest are found in or near Renk: * The offices of Renk Town Council * The headquarters of Renk County Administration * Sudan-South Sudan Border Crossing * The

–

Road – The Road passes through town in a north to south direction * The

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– The town of Renk lies on the eastern bank of the river * Renk Airport – Civilian airport serving the town ad neighboring communities * A branch of Ivory Bank * A branch of

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References

External links

Location of Renk at Google MapsNeeds Assessment Study of Renk County In 2008
{{Upper Nile Populated places in Upper Nile (state) Greater Upper Nile