1.4 million people are in dire need of food assistance in the country, according to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs. Continue reading “1.4 million people in dire need of food aid”
Month: November 2014
SPLA downplays Yambio riot
The SPLA says applicants who were denied entry into the army protested in Yambio in Western Equatoria State yesterday. Continue reading “SPLA downplays Yambio riot”
16 days of activism on issues affecting women
As the world celebrates the International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women, South Sudan Women’s Network has started 16 days of activism on issues affecting women. Continue reading “16 days of activism on issues affecting women”
Leaders discuss IGAD peace process
Senior government officials, political party leaders and civil society activists met today in Juba to discuss the IGAD peace process. Continue reading “Leaders discuss IGAD peace process”
Urgent need for reforms and accountability
The leader of the South Sudan Civil Society Alliance says the warring parties should quickly sign a peace agreement to focus attention on reforms and accountability. Continue reading “Urgent need for reforms and accountability”
EES beefs up security along Torit-Kiyala road
In EES, security forces have been deployed on the roads linking Torit to others counties, according to the Commissioner. Continue reading “EES beefs up security along Torit-Kiyala road”
Lakes: Disarmament exercise cancelled over impassable roads
A disarmament process that was being carried out in the state has been suspended until January, authorities in Lakes State have said. Continue reading “Lakes: Disarmament exercise cancelled over impassable roads”
Kiir, Sisi ink series of deals including clearing up of Sudd swamps
President Salva Kiir has signed with his Egyptian counterpart an agreement on water management and hydroelectric power projects in South Sudan. Continue reading “Kiir, Sisi ink series of deals including clearing up of Sudd swamps”
There’s still a threat of hunger – UN
There is still a threat of hunger in the country, the United Nations Coordinator for Humanitarian Affairs in South Sudan has said. Continue reading “There’s still a threat of hunger – UN”
Peace talks to be delayed
The mediators at the peace talks in Ethiopia say the next phase of the negotiations has now been delayed. Continue reading “Peace talks to be delayed”