The UN should provide more safety and security for civilians who are affected by conflict but have not sought refuge at its bases, the General Director of the Medical Charity MSF has said. Continue reading “Create more safety for civilians outside bases, MSF tells UN”
Author: Hellen Achayo
Jonglei: Cholera cases on the decline
Jonglei State Minister of Health, Dr. Angok Gordon Kuol says the cases of cholera infections in the state have declined since the beginning of April, 2017. Continue reading “Jonglei: Cholera cases on the decline”
IOM: 8,000 displaced in Wau violence
The International Organization for Migration says more than 8,000 people have been displaced since violence erupted in Wau town three days ago. Continue reading “IOM: 8,000 displaced in Wau violence”
Officials speak out on media freedom, Igga to act
One minister says the media is silent on dialogue over fear of arrest or shutdown, another official says security organs are heavy-handed, and VP James Wani Igga pledges to address the media freedom challenges. Continue reading “Officials speak out on media freedom, Igga to act”
National Dialogue: Minister urges quick appointment of new members
The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs has called on the government to make public the names of committee members who will be tasked to conduct the process of the national dialogue. Continue reading “National Dialogue: Minister urges quick appointment of new members”
EU to offer incentive to primary school teachers
The European Union has announced that it will provide a monthly incentive of 40 US dollars to primary school teachers across the country. Continue reading “EU to offer incentive to primary school teachers”
Hunger: ‘Families survive on leaves’
The Norwegian Refugee Council says famine has forced some communities in South Sudan to resort to extreme coping techniques of eating leaves from trees due to hunger. Continue reading “Hunger: ‘Families survive on leaves’”
Wau: Curfew imposed around area of clashes
The Deputy Governor of Wau State says a night curfew has been imposed in Nazareth area, where there were reports of gunfire on Monday. Continue reading “Wau: Curfew imposed around area of clashes”
Update: Clashes in Wau
The Deputy Governor of Wau State, Charles Anthony Brende, says there was fighting in Wau Town, near Saint Mark’s prayer center on Monday morning. Continue reading “Update: Clashes in Wau”
Report: More still seeking UN protection in Bentiu
Figures by the UN Mission in South Sudan indicate that more than 3,000 people have sought refuge at its camp in Bentiu in Northern Liech State over the last one week. Continue reading “Report: More still seeking UN protection in Bentiu”
