Last updated: 19 july, 2010 - 19:47 GMT

The challenges facing Sudan ahead of the south's independence referendum

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The future of Sudan hangs in the balance.

An upcoming referendum due in January could see the south gain independence, but there are many unresolved issues.

For a look at some the challenges ahead, BBC Network Africa's Paul Bakibinga spoke to Dr Edward Thomas, from international relations thinktank Chatham House.

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