A peace conference between Jonglei State and Pibor Administrative area has concluded with an agreement to end the vicious conflict in the restive regions. Continue reading Jonglei, Pibor sign deal to end inter-communal violence
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Peace
Kiir to hold face-to-face talks with Kagame, Tshisekedi on DRC conflict
President Salva Kiir will hold a summit with the leaders of Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo within April 2024 in a bid to resolve conflict between the two countries, the government spokesperson said.
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NDM repeats calls for political dialogue on elections
The leader of National Democratic Movement on Thursday reiterated calls for dialogue among the political parties to agree on the conduct of elections. Continue reading NDM repeats calls for political dialogue on elections
Interior ministry urges efforts to rid South Sudan of landmines
South Sudan’s Deputy Minister called for joint government and partners efforts to remove all landmines in South Sudan and enable safe mobility and civilian activities. Continue reading Interior ministry urges efforts to rid South Sudan of landmines
Kiir vows to fight inflation, urges country to prepare for elections
President Salva Kiir pledged his government’s commitment to tackling the economic hardships facing South Sudan as he reopened the transitional national parliament on Wednesday. Continue reading Kiir vows to fight inflation, urges country to prepare for elections
About 100 military police graduated in Yei River County
The South Sudan People Defense Force (SSPDF) graduated at least 90 Military Police on Tuesday to be deployed for civilians’ protection in Yei River County. Continue reading About 100 military police graduated in Yei River County
Yau Yau joins SPLM-IO, cites non-implementation of May 9 accord
The former Deputy Minister of Defense David Yau Yau has resigned from SPLM-IG and joined SPLM-IO citing a lack of implementation of the May 9 agreement between his Cobra faction and the government. Continue reading Yau Yau joins SPLM-IO, cites non-implementation of May 9 accord
IGAD secretary in South Sudan to assess 2018 peace deal
IGAD Executive Secretary Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu is in Juba to meet South Sudanese leaders on status of the revitalized peace agreement implementation. Continue reading IGAD secretary in South Sudan to assess 2018 peace deal
Kiir returns from DR Congo, Angola visits
President Salva Kiir jetted back to Juba on Wednesday after visiting DR Congo and Angola to engage leaders on ending conflicts and diplomatic tensions in the East African region. Continue reading Kiir returns from DR Congo, Angola visits
Activist calls for no extension of transitional period
The head of a civil society organization in Lakes State appealed to the unity government to avoid further extension of the transitional period and hold elections in December 2024. Continue reading Activist calls for no extension of transitional period