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S. Sudan leaders to hold talks on states issue as Kiir arrives in Ethiopia

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February 8th, 2020 (SSNN)—South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit and senior government officials have arrived in the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to attend a high-level summit of the African Union heads of state and government. “President Salva Kiir and his accompanying delegation arrived in Addis Ababa Ethiopia on Saturday morning for the 2020 African Union heads of state and […]

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China replaces medics with robots in bid to combat the spread of Corona virus

China, Newsbeat

February 8, 2020 (SSNN)—Chinese tech companies have developed human-like 5G robots, groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence technology designed to combat the spread of the Corona Virus in healthcare centers and areas exposed to such a deadly virus which has so far killed hundreds in a few months in China. “After seeing the front line of the fight against the virus, I understand […]

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Letter to UNHRC on South Sudan -HRW

Press Releases

Press statement, Extend the mandate of the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan Excellencies, February 7th, 2020 (SSNN)—We, the undersigned national, regional, and international non-governmental organisations, write to call on your delegation to actively support the extension of the mandate of the Uni­ted Nations (UN) Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan (“the CoHR”) during the up­co­ming 43rd session of […]

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Opinion: Choose between peace and many States

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South Sudan's President Salva Kiir Mayardit (Photo: Supplied)

Opinion, By Zechariah Makuach Maror February 7th, 2020 (SSNN)—The issue of States has prevailed a big blunder not only to the formation of Revitalized Government of National Unity, but historically believed to be one of the factors that tear apart the 2015 Agreement on Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (ARCSS). It’s now rendered mumble of optimism among the peace […]

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Machar leaves for Addis Ababa to attend AU High-level Meeting 

AU, Newsbeat

February 7th, 2020 (SSNN)-Opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar left Sudan this morning heading to the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa to attend a high-level meeting of the African Union High-Level Ad Hoc Committee (AD-HOC) or (C5) for South Sudan, an opposition official announced. “The Chairman and Commander-in-Chief of the SPLM/SPLA (IO) and the First Vice President Designate of the the Republic […]

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‘When did the public demand 32 states?’ – James Gatdet

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  Feb 6th, 2020 (SSNN)—James Gatdet Dak, a prominent member of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-IO, and former press secretary for South Sudan’s main opposition faction, has criticized the government for using the controversial 32 states as an instrument to score more political points. 32 states not a public demand! “I have been hearing or reading an unfounded argument from […]

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UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan undertakes 8th mission

Newsbeat, UN

Press statement,  February 6th, 2020(SSNN)—Members of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan will undertake their eighth mission to the country during the period of 3-9 February 2020. The Commissioners intend to visit camps and settlements for internally displaced persons across South Sudan, including UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Protection of Civilian sites, to meet those […]

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South Sudan launches a nationwide campaign to protect 2.5 million children against measles

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The health worker drops vaccines into the child's mouth during the World Immunization Week 2019, which begins on Wednesday, April 24,

Press release, February 5,  2020—With the aim of vaccinating 2.5 million children against measles, a nationwide vaccination campaign is kicked off today. The campaign is a cooperation between the Ministry of Health, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF and other partners. In addition to the vaccine, the children will also receive vitamin A supplement and deworming […]

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The health worker drops vaccines into the child's mouth during the World Immunization Week 2019, which begins on Wednesday, April 24,

Press release, February 5,  2020—With the aim of vaccinating 2.5 million children against measles, a nationwide vaccination campaign is kicked off today. The campaign is a cooperation between the Ministry of Health, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF and other partners. In addition to the vaccine, the children will also receive vitamin A supplement and deworming […]

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S. Sudan medics deployed at JIA go into hiding as plane carrying Chinese diplomats arrives

China, Newsbeat

February 5th, 2020 (SSNN)—South Sudanese medical staff deployed at Juba International Airport to screen arrivers for the deadly Coronavirus have reportedly fled the airport after a plane carrying Chinese diplomats landed. South Sudan government this week began screening all travelers at airports to help avert the spread of the coronavirus in the country. Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses […]

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AU praises Machar’s sincere participation in the peace process, urges him to ‘permanently’ relocate to Juba

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  February 5th, 2020(SSNN)— The African Union Peace and Security Council has hailed the continued efforts made by the Chairman of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-IO, Dr. Riek Machar for his genuine participation in the implementation of the Revitalised Peace Agreement. In a communique adopted by the Peace and Security Council at its 905th Meeting held last week, on the […]

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Sub-chief killed, several others wounded as Murle youth attacked Akobo

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  February 4th, 2020 (SSNN)—At least 3 people, including a sub-chief, have been killed and several others seriously injured, after armed men from the Murle community launched another attack in Akobo on Monday, according to the Office of the Lou Nuer Youth Association for Development. “The leadership of Lou Nuer Youth Association for Development (NYAD) condemn[s] in the strongest term […]

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Machar not coming to Juba today- official

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February 4th, 2020 (SSNN)—The planned visit to Juba of South Sudan’s main armed opposition leader, Dr. Riek Machar to hold consultation meetings on the number of states with President Salva Kiir Mayardit, has been postponed, according to the SPLM-IO Director for Information and Public Relations, Puok Both Baluang. “H.E. Dr. Riek Machar Teny-Dhurgon planned visit to Juba, South Sudan for […]

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‘If our voices aren’t part of decision-making, S. Sudan will never thrive to its fullest potential’ – Women

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February 4, 2020 (SSNN) —As the implementation of the peace agreement moves at a snail’s pace and critical tasks remain pending, a group of South Sudanese women have stepped up their campaigns, calling on the country’s leaders to redouble their efforts, prioritize women’s representation and implement all outstanding provisions of the R-ARCSS ahead of the formation of a unity government. […]

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Breaking: NAS members risk being deported to Juba

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February 3, 2020 (SSNN)—Four members of the National Salvation Front (NAS), who were arrested on Sunday after being accused of procuring military uniforms in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, are on the verge of being deported to South Sudan, a military source reported to the media this evening. “The issue is being dealt with by the relevant authorities at the highest […]

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NAS members accused of purchasing military uniforms in Khartoum

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February 3rd, 2020 (SSNN)— The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), paramilitary group in Sudan has arrested four rebel members allied to South Sudan’s armed opposition group, the National Salvation Movement (NAS), an armed opposition faction led by Former Deputy Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Thomas Cirillo Swaka. In a statement issued by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the four members of the […]

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Advocacy group urges IGAD to review 100 days before formation of unity government

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February 4, 2020 (SSNN)—A Juba-based human rights organization, the Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA) has called on the Intergovernmental Authority on Development to evaluate the progress made in the implementation in the course of the extended100-day period before the formation of a national unity government this month. “Now that the 50th day of the 100 days’ extension has elapsed […]

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South Sudan wins, beating 8 countries in Miss Africa Beauty Pageant

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February 2, 2020 (SSNN)—Blessing Vonve Isaac has become the first South Sudanese to win the title of Miss Popularity 2020 – Little Miss Africa. “We congratulate Blessing Vonve , The South Sudan Representative upon Winning,” said Little Mister and Miss Africa. Little Miss Africa is geared towards educating young children about their cultural diversity and Heritage. Grooming the next ambassadors […]

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“We must win this tough battle against coronavirus,” China assures S. Sudan’s citizens of their safety

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February 1, 2020 (SSNN)—The Chinese Embassy in the Republic of South Sudan urges students and the people of South Sudan living in China not to be in a panic due to the epidemic virus, saying that the Chinese government is doing everything it can in anticipation of winning the battle against one of the world’s deadliest viruses, the Coronavirus. “To […]

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UN Envoy on Youth wraps up week-long visit to South Sudan, calls on leaders to end SGBV

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January 31, 2020 (SSNN)—The UN Secretary General’s Youth Envoy, Jayathma Wickramanayake, has concluded her week-long visit to South Sudan with an appeal to the leaders of South Sudan’s to end gender-based violence and forced marriage that have posed significant threats to women and girls in the country. “We have to help these young women to realize their fullest potential otherwise […]

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US appoints special envoy for South Sudan

Newsbeat, South Sudan, USA

  January 31, 2020 (SSNN)—The United States Department of State has appointed W. Stuart Symington IV as Special Envoy for South Sudan. “Special Envoy Symington will lead U.S. efforts to support the peace process and a successful political transition in South Sudan.” Special Envoy Symington is a retired Ambassador who previously served as Chief of Mission to Nigeria from 2016-2019, […]

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Pagan rubbishes Kiir’s amnesty

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  January 31, 2020 (SSNN)—Former Secretary-General of the SPLM and current chairman of the Real-SPLM Pagan Amum Okech has criticized President Kiir for granting amnesty to opposition leaders who are non-signatories to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, Pagan said that it’s unnecessary for Kiir to grant a […]

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Latest: Two suspected cases of coronavirus reported in Sudan – Health official

China, East Africa, Newsbeat, Sudan

  January 31, 2020 (SSNN)—The Sudanese Ministry of Health says that two people suspected of being infected by the coronavirus, have been identified by monitors at Khartoum airport. At a press conference on Wednesday, Health Minister Akram El Tom that the two people concerned, on from Khartoum and another from El Gezira, arrived via Ethiopian Airlines and Egypt Air from […]

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China, East Africa, Newsbeat, Sudan

  January 31, 2020 (SSNN)—The Sudanese Ministry of Health says that two people suspected of being infected by the coronavirus, have been identified by monitors at Khartoum airport. At a press conference on Wednesday, Health Minister Akram El Tom that the two people concerned, on from Khartoum and another from El Gezira, arrived via Ethiopian Airlines and Egypt Air from […]

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Professor Taban lo Liyong’s open letter to President Donald Trump’s Special delegation to South Sudan

Newsbeat, Opinions

Open letter, January 30, 2020 (SSNN)—On behalf of myself and all the 99% South Sudanese who voted in 2011 for Separation from Sudan, and therefore effectively brought into life the present nation of South Sudan, Successor to the Southern Region of the Sudan which had got its independence from Anglo-Egyptian Sudan in 1956, I welcome you with open arms. The […]

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Kiir heads to SA on official visit

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January 30, 2020 (SSNN)—South Sudanese President Salva Kiir Mayardit and his accompanying delegation left Juba for Pretoria, South Africa, Thursday morning for a three-day working visit, at the invitation of South African President Cyril Ramaphos. According to the Presidency, “President Salva Kiir will hold bilateral meetings with his South African counterpart Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, to strengthen and deepen the good […]

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