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Joseph James Tombura

Former president of Southern Sudan (1929-1992)

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Joseph James Tombura was a South Sudanese politician and member of the Sudan African National Union. He was the president of the High Executive Council of the Southern Sudan Autonomous Region, serving from 23 June 1982 to 5 June 1983, until the Sudanese central government revoked the autonomy of that region. Autonomy was restored in 2005, and six years later, South Sudan became an independent nation.

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Born
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Died
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Citizenship
South Sudan wd
Occupation
politician wd
Political party
Sudan African National Union wd

Positions held wd

  • President of South Sudan (23 June 1982 – 5 June 1983)

Questions

When was Joseph James Tombura born?
Joseph James Tombura was born on 12 September 1929.
What positions has Joseph James Tombura held?
Positions held by Joseph James Tombura include: President of South Sudan (1982–1983).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Joseph James Tombura · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q6284330 · CC0 1.0

Last updated · facts checked 6 November 2026

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