A plane crash in South Sudan has tragically claimed the lives of 20 oil workers, with only one survivor. The aircraft, en route to the capital Juba, went down near oil fields in Unity State. Among the victims are five foreign nationals from China, India, and Uganda. The incident highlights the challenges South Sudan faces with its underdeveloped aviation infrastructure and poor safety record.
Only one person has survived a plane crash in South Sudan , which killed 20 oil workers who were on board, the government said.
Among the victims are five foreign nationals: two Chinese, one Indian, and two Ugandan crew members. The 15 other victims were all South Sudanese."Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and loved ones of those on board during this incredibly difficult time," said Chol. GPOC is a joint venture that includes state-owned oil companies from India, China, Malaysia, and South Sudan.South Sudan's aviation infrastructure is not well developed and the country has a poor safety record.
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