UN Threatens to Reduce Humanitarian Assistance to South Sudan
VOA
South Sudanese farmers who have relied on United Nations agencies operating in that country now say they are afraid of losing a ready market for their produce should the U.N.… Read more »
South Sudan Declares Massive Red Eye Outbreak On Uganda Border
Independent (Kampala)
South Sudanese health officials on Monday declared an outbreak of conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, along the border between Uganda. Read more »
New $1.4 Billion Plan to Support South Sudanese Refugees
UN News
The UN refugee agency, UNHCR, and partners on Thursday appealed for $1.4 billion this year to support more than two million South Sudanese refugees in five African countries and… Read more »
World News in Brief - South Sudan Tax Impositions, Somalia Flash Floods, Ukraine Attacks
UN News
The UN acknowledges assurances from the South Sudanese government that the recent imposition of taxes on fuel and supply trucks does not apply to the Organization. Still, concerns… Read more »
Joint Press Release | Supporting Immediate Emergency Response for Cross Border Communities in Eastern Africa [press release]
Africa CDC
To strengthen regional cross-border Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) readiness during public health emergencies, Africa CDC, UNICEF, IFRC, and WHO (the Collective… Read more »
WFP Welcomes Contribution From KSrelief to Fight Malnutrition in Sudan and South Sudan
WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has today signed two agreements with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a total value of US$1.4 million to treat and prevent malnutrition… Read more »
National ID Card Issue Hangs Over Planned South Sudanese Elections
VOA
Since gaining independence in 2011, South Sudanese residents have been working to build their country, the world's youngest nation. Read more »
Sudan at Risk of Collapse After 1 Year of Brutal War, with Famine Looming - Report
Islamic Relief
Sudan is at imminent risk of collapsing after one year of violent conflict and is on the verge of mass famine with its food supply decimated and young children now starving to… Read more »
Can We End Cervical Cancer in South Sudan by 2030?
allAfrica
In South Sudan, young Keji* experienced a life of hardships and tragedies that ultimately led to her untimely death at the age of 20. Born in an… Read more »
South Sudanese Delegation Concludes Visit to Liberia
FrontPageAfrica
South Sudanese delegation to Liberia says valuable experiences and knowledge gained will be crucial in enhancing preparation for their country's elections expected to take place in… Read more »
South Sudanese Women Urge Liberian Counterparts to Push for 35 Percent Quota
Liberian Observer
A group of women from the Republic of South Sudan has urged women's rights advocates to push for 35 percent female representation in political parties. Read more »
South Sudanese Delegation Pays Experience Sharing Visit to Liberia
FrontPageAfrica
A 16-member South Sudanese delegation, predominantly comprising women, is currently in Liberia for a week-long learning visit to gain insights into the country's successful… Read more »
Qatar Supports ICRC Operations in South Sudan [press release]
ICRC
With funding from Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has signed a grant agreement with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), to… Read more »
South Sudan Opposition Parties Criticize New Election Laws
VOA
A new electoral regulation in South Sudan has received harsh criticism from opposition parties that see the move as a way to lock them out of the forthcoming general election that… Read more »