Joseph James Tombura

Joseph James Tombura, a South Sudanese politician and member of the Sudan African National Union, was 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.

Presidents of South Sudan

Abel Alier • Joseph Lagu • Peter Gatkuoth • Abel Alier • Gismalla Abdalla Rassas • Joseph James Tombura • Interregnum (1983–2005) • John Garang • Salva Kiir Mayardit

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Name	Tombura, Joseph James
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Short description	Former president of Southern Sudan
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