The Minister of Health in Central Equatoria State, Felix Lado, says 16 new cases of cholera have been reported today. Continue reading “New cases of cholera recorded today in Juba”
Author: Junior Ali
Pagan sworn in as SPLM Secretary General
The former political detainee, Pagan Amum Okiech, has been sworn in as the SPLM party Secretary General. Continue reading “Pagan sworn in as SPLM Secretary General”
Students threaten to attack Cairo embassy over unpaid allowances
South Sudanese students on government scholarships in Egypt have threatened to attack the embassy in Cairo. Continue reading “Students threaten to attack Cairo embassy over unpaid allowances”
UNMISS relocates IDPs in Bentiu
The UN Mission in the country says it is relocating the Internally Displaced Persons in flooded areas of its camp in Bentiu to higher grounds. Continue reading “UNMISS relocates IDPs in Bentiu”
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”
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”
Aid groups warn of severe hunger by 31 July
Eight International Aid Agencies have warned that millions of people in the country are likely to face severe hunger by the end of July if not action is taken immediately. Continue reading “Aid groups warn of severe hunger by 31 July”
Salva Kiir is not sick, press secretary says
The Office of President Salva Kiir has dismissed reports about his poor health. Continue reading “Salva Kiir is not sick, press secretary says”
IGAD countries frustrate peace process efforts – Report
A US based Advocacy group says some IGAD member states involved in the South Sudan peace process have frustrated efforts to find a lasting solution to the conflict.
The Enough Project says these countries have political and economic ties with the country.
The IGAD countries directly involved in the peace process include Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Sudan.
In a report, The Enough Group noted that the neighboring Uganda and Sudan are among the countries hindering sanctions against those who obstruct peace.
It says the failure of the UN Security Council..
Hunger situation worsens in Upper Nile region – ICRC
The International Committee of the Red Cross says the hunger situation is worsening for civilians in areas affected by the recently renewed fighting. Continue reading “Hunger situation worsens in Upper Nile region – ICRC”
