The Minister of Information says the inclusion of Bangladesh and Nepal as members of the Regional Protection Force is a violation of the peace agreement. Continue reading “Nepal, Bangladesh RPF membership violates peace deal, Makuei says”
Day: April 7, 2017
Troika recommends more routes at Sudan-South Sudan border
Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States have recommended the opening of additional land and water routes between Sudan and South Sudan to allow delivery of assistance and trade between both countries. Continue reading “Troika recommends more routes at Sudan-South Sudan border”
Peace conference calls for joint forces
The Deputy Governor of Tonj State says a peace conference in Tonj town over the past three days has resolved for compensation of those killed in communal fighting, return of stolen cattle, and deployment of joint forces. Continue reading “Peace conference calls for joint forces”
Six killed in road ambush near Juba, says commissioner
The Commissioner of Mangalla County says at least six people have been killed and twelve injured in an ambush on Juba-Pibor road. Continue reading “Six killed in road ambush near Juba, says commissioner”
Guterres names Rwandan the new UNMISS boss
The UN Secretary-General António Guterres has announced the appointment of Lieutenant General Frank Mushyo Kamanzi of Rwanda as Force Commander of the UN Mission in South Sudan. Continue reading “Guterres names Rwandan the new UNMISS boss”
6,000 flee Pajok fighting: UNHCR
The UN Refugee Agency says Uganda’s Lamwo district has received over 6,000 South Sudanese since violence erupted in Pajok in Imatong State on Monday. Continue reading “6,000 flee Pajok fighting: UNHCR”
President Kiir urges armed groups to cease hostilities
President Salva Kiir has renewed his call to those who have taken up arms to stop violence and join hands in bringing peace. Continue reading “President Kiir urges armed groups to cease hostilities”
Obstetric fistula program launched at Juba Teaching Hospital
The Ministry of Health in collaboration with United Nations Population fund has launched a campaign to end Obstetric Fistula in the county. Continue reading “Obstetric fistula program launched at Juba Teaching Hospital”
UN & Gov’t educates public on UN Job seeking
The United Nations and the Ministry of Labour have launched a joint initiative to educate and sensitize South Sudanese nationals on employment in the United Nations system. Continue reading “UN & Gov’t educates public on UN Job seeking”