The United Nations says a team of peacekeepers have been finally allowed to visit Pajok in Imatong State, where fighting was reported between the SPLA soldiers and some anti-government forces more than a week ago. Continue reading “UN patrol unit leaves for Pajok”

The Ministry of Wildlife and Tourism says five youth have been arrested for dealing in bush meat. Continue reading “Five arrested in Juba for possessing bush meat”

Media reports indicate that four oil workers have been kidnapped by an anti-government group in the oilfields in the former Continue reading “Armed group abducts more foreign oil workers”

President Salva Kiir has said he is releasing the former Governor of Wau State, Elias Waya and his former deputy, Andrea Dominic. Continue reading “National Prayers: Kiir sets free two political detainees”

The humanitarian agency, Catholic Relief Services, says it is concerned about “deep hunger” in Ayod, Fangak State. Continue reading “CRS concerned about “deep hunger” in Ayod”

Jonglei Governor and Buma State officials have called on youth in both Jonglei and Buma to stop violence and give Continue reading “Jonglei, Buma officials call for calm”

The World Health Organization says it has secured a oral vaccine to try to quickly stop the spread of cholera in South Sudan. Continue reading “WHO secures cholera vaccines for peripheral areas”

The United States has reiterated that the national dialogue the President initiated in December should be inclusive. Continue reading “National dialogue ‘has to be inclusive’ – US”

The President of the national Football Association, who has been suspended over allegations of financial fraud, has said he will hand over Continue reading “Chabur to resign after fraud claims”

The chairman of the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission has appealed to the transitional government of national unity to assume Continue reading “Mogae calls for “more visible stance in propagating peace””