The army says it is preparing to launch a major offensive to retake Bentiu, the capital of the oil producing Unity state, that fell into the hands of rebel forces over the weekend. Read more »
The latest United Nations figures show over a million people have been displaced in the last three months due to the ongoing conflict, with warnings that the situation is likely to ... Read more »
South Sudanese peace activist and rapper Emmanuel Jal will be joined by artists from East Africa for a concert aimed at calling for peace and reconciliation. Read more »
Peace talks have been suspended for a month at the request of mediators who say they will take this time to hold consultations with heads of the regional body. Read more »
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The case against four political detainees suspected of attempting to overthrow President Salva Kiir's government has been adjourned. Read more »
Kenyan authorities arrested South Sudan President Salva Kiir's son for causing trouble after having too much to drink. Read more »
The government and the South Sudan Democratic Movement - Cobra Faction of David Yau Yau have signed a peace deal ending a 4 - year rebellion in Jonglei state. Read more »
Relief workers and agencies in the country have warned of an imminent humanitarian crisis as refugee camps reach capacity and assistance is stretched. Read more »
The Tanzanian government is in finalising preparations to send troops to South Sudan as peacekeepers following a request from the United Nations. Read more »
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