The UN Security Council has endorsed the deployment of an additional 4,000-strong peacekeeping force in South Sudan. Continue reading “UN approves deployment of foreign forces”
Day: August 12, 2016
Paluch oil fields: Denizens suffer pollution
Residents of Paluch in Eastern Nile State who live in close proximity to the oil fields are complaining of environmental pollution Continue reading “Paluch oil fields: Denizens suffer pollution”
US dismisses regime change allegation
The US Ambassador to South Sudan, Molly Phee, has refuted an allegation by the government Continue reading “US dismisses regime change allegation”
Yei River records high malaria infection rate
The rate of malaria infection has increase in Yei River County in the last three months, Continue reading “Yei River records high malaria infection rate”
Don’t ignore S Sudan conflict, church leader tells world
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tambura-Yambio has urged the international community not to forget the ongoing conflict in South Sudan. Continue reading “Don’t ignore S Sudan conflict, church leader tells world”
Bentiu traders hike prices
Traders in Bentiu, Northern Liech, say bad roads have forced them to increase the prices of goods in the market. Continue reading “Bentiu traders hike prices”
Why Melut market is likely to close down
The main Melut market might close down indefinitely due to scarcity of basic commodities, Continue reading “Why Melut market is likely to close down”
UPDF chief summoned over ‘failed’ rescue mission
Ugandan army Chief of Defense Forces General Katumba Wamala has appeared before the parliament to explain Continue reading “UPDF chief summoned over ‘failed’ rescue mission”
US Congress pushes for S Sudan arms embargo
U.S. lawmakers have urged President Barak Obama to pressure the United Nations to impose arms Continue reading “US Congress pushes for S Sudan arms embargo”
Raja IDPs in need medical aid
About 2,500 people who fled recent clashes in Raja, Lol, are in dire need of medical assistance. Continue reading “Raja IDPs in need medical aid”