# Joseph Lagu, Who Led Independence Movement in Southern Sudan, Has Died

- Source: NYT World
- Published: 2026-11-01T10:02:33+00:00
- Category: World
- Original: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/11/01/world/africa/joseph-lagu-sudan-dead.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/joseph-lagu-who-led-independence-movement-in-southern-sudan-has-died-bc5929/

He played a pivotal role in winning his region’s autonomy from Sudan in 1972, then served as a high-ranking diplomat. He was 94.

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