South Sudan Turns 1, Without Much To Celebrate

from National Public Radio

The world's youngest nation, South Sudan, marks its first year of independence Monday, after emerging from 60 years of civil war and seceding from its northern neighbor. Guest host David Greene talks with NPR's Ofeibea Quist-Arcton about the challenges the country faces.

Broadcast Dates

• Weekend Edition Sunday, July 8, 2012