At least seven people have been killed in attacks on different vehicles along the Juba-Nimule road. Continue reading “Update: 7 killed in Juba-Nimule road attacks”
Day: September 9, 2016
JMEC: Taban replaces IO representatives
The leader of the SPLM in Opposition in Juba, First Vice President Taban Deng Gai, has appointed 15 members to replace Continue reading “JMEC: Taban replaces IO representatives”
US diplomats argue over trusteeship idea
Two prominent US diplomats have disagreed over the proposal to hand over South Sudan’s administration to the Continue reading “US diplomats argue over trusteeship idea”
Booth’s statement “could obstruct” peace – Gatdet
The statement by the US envoy that it would “not be wise” for former first vice president to return his post could obstruct the peace Continue reading “Booth’s statement “could obstruct” peace – Gatdet”
2 injured in Eco Bus attack
An eyewitness says gunmen shot at an Eco Bus in Loa along the Nimule-Juba road this morning, injuring two passengers. Continue reading “2 injured in Eco Bus attack”
Activists’ safety threatened
Civil society activists have raised concern about their safety in the country, after meeting the UN Security Council team that visited Juba last week. Continue reading “Activists’ safety threatened”
Gov’t to borrow money for completing JIA terminal
The government is trying to acquire loans from investors to complete construction of the terminal at Juba International Airport, Continue reading “Gov’t to borrow money for completing JIA terminal”
Activists intimidated, harassed for meeting UNSC team
The UN Mission in South Sudan says it has received reports of threats and harassment against some civil society members who met with Continue reading “Activists intimidated, harassed for meeting UNSC team”
Gunfight near UN’s Checkpoint base
Gunshots were heard at the Checkpoint on Juba-Yei road last night. Continue reading “Gunfight near UN’s Checkpoint base”