Standard TimeCAT |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Juba |
Torit time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
Overview of Torit, South Sudan
Torit is the capital of Eastern Equatoria State and is located in the southeastern part of South Sudan, adjacent to the borders of Kenya and Uganda. The city is situated on a hilly terrain and has a savannah climate, with the year divided into rainy and dry seasons.
Historical Background and Demographics
Torit has an important historical place in the independence process of South Sudan and was one of the early strongholds of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM). The population is dominated by indigenous groups such as the Lotukos, most of whom practice Christianity or traditional religions, and the official languages are Juba Arabic and English.
Economy and infrastructure
The economy is based on subsistence agriculture and livestock farming, with sorghum, maize and cassava as the main crops. The city's infrastructure is rudimentary, lacking a steady supply of electricity and asphalt roads, and transportation relies on dirt roads to connect to surrounding areas.
Tourism and Current Situation
Although Torit is surrounded by natural attractions such as Mount Imatong, tourism has not yet developed due to the security situation and infrastructure constraints. The city currently faces humanitarian challenges, but remains an important window into South Sudanese village life and culture.
Torit Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2025-12-30
Sunrise Time
05:56
Local Time
Sunset Time
17:48
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