The head of the UN mission in the country has urged other armed groups to declare a unilateral ceasefire as done by the President. Continue reading “UNMISS head urges armed groups to declare ceasefire”
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UNMISS head calls for unified political approach towards South Sudan
The head of UN Mission in South Sudan is urging the UN Security Council to develop a unified approach towards solving the conflict in South Sudan. Continue reading “UNMISS head calls for unified political approach towards South Sudan”
Jonglei and Buma agree to cease hostilities
The governors of Jonglei and Buma States have signed an agreement to end hostilities between the youths of the two communities. Continue reading “Jonglei and Buma agree to cease hostilities”
UNMISS reports ‘calm’ in Magwi areas of Imatong State
The spokesperson of the United Nations Mission in the country says the security situation in five areas in Imatong state is calm. Continue reading “UNMISS reports ‘calm’ in Magwi areas of Imatong State”
Norway wants rapid deployment of RPF
The Norwegian Ambassador to South Sudan has called on the United Nations and the transitional government in Juba to speed up the deployment of the Regional Protection Force. Continue reading “Norway wants rapid deployment of RPF”
Aid agencies resume operations in Aburoc, Fashoda state.
The UN Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs says essential supplies have been delivered to people in need in Aburoc in Fashoda State after the deployment of peacekeepers. Continue reading “Aid agencies resume operations in Aburoc, Fashoda state.”
Gov’t asked to conclude inquiry into Malakal killings quickly
The former Political Detainees have urged the government and UNMISS to quickly conclude investigations into the killing of civilians last week at the UN camp in Malakal. Continue reading “Gov’t asked to conclude inquiry into Malakal killings quickly”
UNMISS ‘failed’ to protect IDPs in Malakal
MPs representing the Chollo in the National Legislative Assembly say UNMISS failed to protect civilians during the violence at the UN camp. Continue reading “UNMISS ‘failed’ to protect IDPs in Malakal”
Malakal: UN camp attack death toll rises
The death toll of the inter-communal fighting at the UN camp in Malakal has risen. Continue reading “Malakal: UN camp attack death toll rises”
Eastern Nile gov’t confirms UN base killings
The Minister of Information in Eastern Nile State has confirmed that at least eight people have been killed during violence that erupted at the UN camp in Malakal on Wednesday. Continue reading “Eastern Nile gov’t confirms UN base killings”