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1
Q

What was significant about Southern Sudan Beverages Ltd (SSBL)?

A

IT is the first source of alcohol to ever be made in Sudan, as Sudan is predominantly a Muslim country. However since 2005, thanks to a peace deal the Christian South have been able to act autonomously. previously , the punishment for being caught with alcohol in Sudan was several dozen lashes under Sharia Law.

2
Q

How much did SABMiller, the UK based company invest in order to make this plant?

A

$50m so far

3
Q

Where is the beer plant located?

A

On the outskirts of Juba on the banks of the river nile.

4
Q

what is the capital of sudan?

A

Khartoum

5
Q

What is the capital of South Sudan?

A

Juba

6
Q

When did South Sudan become an independent nation?

A

July 2011