Sudan is a country in Northern Africa, Africa. In 2025 it has about 51.7 million people (UN estimate), the 30th most people of the 193 UN member states.
UN member since 1956Population: 30th
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Region
Northern Africa, Africa
Population
about 51.7 million (30th)
UN member since
November 12, 1956
Ranks are among the 193 UN member states, from most people and from largest area.
Sudan in numbers
In 2025 the population is about 51.7 million, the 30th most people of the 193 UN member states. That is about 1/2 of Japan’s (about 123 million).
Joining the United Nations
Sudan joined the United Nations on November 12, 1956.
That was in the same year as Japan (December 18, 1956).
Countries that joined on the same day: Morocco, Tunisia.
Think about it
Q1How does the population of Sudan compare with Japan’s?
Q2Find Sudan on a map or globe. Which countries are around it?
Q3Choose one thing you want to know more about Sudan, and look it up.
There is no single right answer. Talking it over with someone at home is a good way to learn.
Did you know? — There are 6 UN member states in Northern Africa. The one with the most people is Egypt.