The UN Security Council has renewed sanctions on those it says are blocking peace in South Sudan. Continue reading “UNSC renews sanctions against peace obstructors”
Author: Hellen Achayo
Gov’t clears open air market near UN camp
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan says it has supported the police in clearing an illegal trade zone adjacent its camp in Juba. Continue reading “Gov’t clears open air market near UN camp”
Soaring prices affect more citizens
The United Nations Refugee agency says it is concerned by the increasing number of South Sudanese fleeing to Sudan because of increased food insecurity. Continue reading “Soaring prices affect more citizens”
Ki-moon appoints envoy for South Sudan
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has announced the appointment of Nicholas Haysom of South Africa as his Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan. Continue reading “Ki-moon appoints envoy for South Sudan”
MPs summon Athorbei and Koryom
MPs in the National Assembly have asked the Minister of Finance and the Governor of the Central Bank to appear in parliament on Wednesday to discuss the economic crisis. Continue reading “MPs summon Athorbei and Koryom”
Key women to discuss peace process in the US
The UN Women in collaboration with the International Peace Institute are holding a forum this week to discuss the contribution of women in the South Sudan peace process. Continue reading “Key women to discuss peace process in the US”
More civilians flee conflict in former WES
The UN Refugee Agency has warned that insecurity in the former Western Equatoria State is forcing thousands of people to flee to neighboring countries. Continue reading “More civilians flee conflict in former WES”
Media urges gov’t to probe attack on journalists
The Association of Media Development and the Union of Journalists have urged the Ministries of Information and Justice to investigate harassments of journalists. Continue reading “Media urges gov’t to probe attack on journalists”
Japan offers millions for relief operations
The Japanese government has announced a contribution of more than $3 million for relief operations in South Sudan. Continue reading “Japan offers millions for relief operations”
Journalist Afandy disappears, again
The family of Joseph Afandy, a journalist who was working for the al-Thabeer newspaper says he has gone missing, again. Continue reading “Journalist Afandy disappears, again”
