The leader of the Opposition SPLM-DC, Dr. Lam Akol Ajawin, says the power sharing proportions suggested by the IGAD mediation team will not help resolve the conflict in South Sudan. Continue reading SPLM-DC: IGAD power ratios deal not solution to conflict
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Warrap: Constitution ammendment ignites controversy
A motion to amend the constitution and extend the term of office for the Warrap State governor has caused dispute in the state assembly. Continue reading Warrap: Constitution ammendment ignites controversy
WES: Forces monitor as cattle keepers leave
Security forces are monitoring the movement of cattle keepers leaving Miridi and Mundri West Counties, authorities in Western Equatoria State say. Continue reading WES: Forces monitor as cattle keepers leave
US pledges $133 million in additional humanitarian aid for SS
The Obama Administration has announced over $133 million in additional humanitarian assistance in response to renewed fighting and deteriorating humanitarian conditions in South Sudan over the last two months. Continue reading US pledges $133 million in additional humanitarian aid for SS
Maridi commissioner survives attack
The commissioner of Maridi County in Western Equatoria State says he has survived an attack on his life this evening. Continue reading Maridi commissioner survives attack
Rights activist detained in Mundri
A civil society activist has been arrested in Mundri West County over the recent fighting in the area, Community Empowerment for Progress Organization has announced. Continue reading Rights activist detained in Mundri
Over 14,000 civilians flee to Sudan over the weekend
About 14, 000 South Sudanese fled into Sudan over the weekend, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees has said.
Continue reading Over 14,000 civilians flee to Sudan over the weekend
Deputy Aweil Mayor suspended over corruption allegations
The Deputy Mayor of Aweil Municipality in Northern Bhar al-Ghazal State has been suspended over accusations of mismanagement of public funds. Continue reading Deputy Aweil Mayor suspended over corruption allegations
Bor: Burglars steal over $145,000 from CRS office
Unknown gunmen broke into the office of the humanitarian agency, Catholic Relief Services in Bor last night and stole money and other valuable items. Continue reading Bor: Burglars steal over $145,000 from CRS office
No new date set for peace talks
The IGAD has not set a new date for the peace talks after a summit of African heads of state governments in Pretoria, South Sudanese ambassador to South Africa has said. Continue reading No new date set for peace talks