A civil society activist has welcomed the renewal of the UN arms embargo on South Sudan saying it sends a signal to leaders that continued armed violence will not be tolerated by the world’s body. Continue reading CEPO welcomes extension of UN arms embargo on S.Sudan
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Police to enforce social distancing, mask wearing directives
The Inspector-General of Police has warned that the police may soon be compelled to enforce social distancing and mask-wearing directives if the public continues to ignore measures meant to control the spread of the coronavirus. Continue reading Police to enforce social distancing, mask wearing directives
US donates additional $18.8 million for S.Sudan’s COVID-19 response
The United States has announced an additional 18.8 million dollars for South Sudan’s coronavirus response. Continue reading US donates additional $18.8 million for S.Sudan’s COVID-19 response
UN boss calls for joint protection of civilians in armed conflicts
Women and girls have by far suffered the most targeted attacks, abduction and forced marriage across the world in 2019, the UN Secretary-General has said. Continue reading UN boss calls for joint protection of civilians in armed conflicts
Another Vice President, Wani Igga is Covid-19 positive
The Vice President in charge of Economics Cluster, Dr. James Wani Igga, says he has tested positive for the Coronavirus disease.
Continue reading Another Vice President, Wani Igga is Covid-19 positive
Health minister asks Kiir for lockdown as Covid-19 cases rise
The Minister of Health has asked President Salva Kiir to impose a lockdown to allow health officials to ascertain the level of COVID-19 infections in Juba. Continue reading Health minister asks Kiir for lockdown as Covid-19 cases rise
Kenyan truck drivers suspend movement to Uganda
South Sudan is likely to suffer from a decision by Kenyan truck drivers to suspend movement to Uganda over coronavirus stigma. Continue reading Kenyan truck drivers suspend movement to Uganda
Concerns over rising teenage pregnancies as schools remain shut
The Ministry of General Education and Instructions has raised concerns over the increase in teenage pregnancies due to the closure of schools. Continue reading Concerns over rising teenage pregnancies as schools remain shut
UN extends arms embargo on South Sudan
The United Nations Security Council has renewed by one year the arms embargo and targeted sanctions imposed on South Sudan. Continue reading UN extends arms embargo on South Sudan
Covid-19 cases to hit 3000 in June—report
A study by The Sudd Institute has warned that coronavirus infections in South Sudan would hit 3,000 in the early days of next month if the current trend continues. Continue reading Covid-19 cases to hit 3000 in June—report