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JCE backs return to 10 states, welcomes formation of unity government 

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February 29, 2020 (SSNN)—The Jieng Council of Elders, an influential group of elders predominantly from the Dinka tribe, has congratulated the parties on resolving outstanding issues and forming a unity government on schedule. “President Salva Kiir Mayardit (SPLM) and First President Riek Machar Teny (SPLM IO) acted with concerted efforts and yielded to South Sudanese and international community demand to […]

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Latest: Parties hit deadlock over allocation of key ministerial portfolios

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Former Vice-president and Chairman of the SPLM-IO, Dr. Riek Machar Teny and South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit (Photo:Supplied)

February 27, 2020 (SSNN)–The South Sudan government and the main opposition group, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement – IO, have now reached a dead end on how to divide and allocate key ministerial positions, such as the ministries of oil, finance, and defense. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, Manawa Peter Gatkoth, deputy spokesman for the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-IO, […]

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SSOMA urged to join peace process – Presidency

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February 27, 2020 (SSNN)–The Transitional Government of National Unity is appealing to the South Sudan Opposition Movement Alliance (SSOMA), a coalition comprising of Non-signatory opposition groups, to desist from the rebellion and join the implementation of the peace agreement. The statement was jointly issued on Tuesday following the conclusion of the first meeting between President Salva Kiir, First Vice-president Dr. […]

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Kiir, 5 Vice-Presidents convene first meeting, calling for forgiveness

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February 26, 2020 (SSNN)—South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit and the newly appointed Vice-Presidents, have held a meeting for the first time since the formation of the unity government, and called upon all citizens to open a new chapter and embark on reconciliation in the country. “Today, February 26th, 2020, the Presidency of the Republic of South Sudan met for […]

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France highly welcomes formation of unity government, pledges to support peace

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February 24, 2020 (SSNN)–The French government has joined the rest of the world in welcoming the formation of the new transitional government of national unity announced over the weekend. “France welcomes the formation of a transitional government of national unity in South Sudan, achieved through the compromise efforts of all the South Sudanese parties,” the statement partly reads. Adding that, […]

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Troika welcomes formation of unity government, applauds IGAD’s efforts

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February 24, 2020 (SSNN)—Troika countries, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway have issued a press release, congratulating South Sudan’s leaders on the formation of the national unity government that was announced on February 22. “The Troika congratulates the people of South Sudan and the parties to the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic […]

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UN chief welcomes South Sudan’s unity government

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  February 23, 2020 (SSNN)—The Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Gutteres has welcomed the recent formation of the unity government, and lauded the people of South Sudan for ushering in a new era of peace. “The Secretary-General welcomes the establishment of the Transitional Government of National Unity (TGoNU) in South Sudan on 22 February 2020. He commends the parties […]

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Full Text: IGAD strongly welcomes formation of coalition government

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Press statement, IGAD’s Press Statement on the Formation of the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity. February 23, 2020 (SSNN)—The IGAD Special Envoy for South Sudan, Amb. Dr. Ismail Wais, welcomes the decision of the Parties to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS) to form the Revitalized Transitional Government of […]

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US welcomes formation of unity government, urges the Parties to maintain the tempo

Newsbeat, UN, USA

February 23, 2020 (SSNN)—The US Ambassador to the United Nations, Kelly Craft on behalf of the US government, has joined the rest of the world in welcoming the formation of South Sudan’s coalition government on Saturday. “South Sudan is a nation longing for peace, stability and a brighter future for its people. I welcome the decision by the government and […]

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Full Text: Machar’s remarks during the swearing in Ceremony of the Presidency

Newsbeat, Politics, South Sudan, Speeches

Opposition leader and the First Vice-president Dr. Riek Machar’s Repremarks during the swearing in Ceremony of the First Vice President and the Vice Presidents. Machar’s speech on February 22, 2020 during the swearing-in ceremony of the Presidency H.E. Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic of South Sudan; H.E. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, President of the Sudan Transitional Sovereign Council and […]

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Latest: Machar dissolves 21 governors as formation of R-TGNU looms

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February 21, 2020 (SSNN)—South Sudan’s opposition leader and FVP Dr. Riek Machar has issued a press release, dissolving all 21 governors under the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-IO in accordance with the recent return of the country to its previous ten states. “As we agreed with the President, South Sudan has reverted to States, the 21 governors are hereby dissolved with […]

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U.S welcomes ‘Machar’s firm commitment’ to peace

Newsbeat, South Sudan, USA
The United States’ Assistant Secretary for African Affairs, Tibor Nagy,

February 21, 2020 (SSNN)—The United States has welcomed the firm commitment of the opposition leader and First Vice-president Dr. Riek Machar, to ensuring that peace and stability return to South Sudan. “We welcomes Dr. Machar’s firm commitment to form an inclusive unity government by February 22, following the government of South Sudan’s decision to return the country to its during […]

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Ex-ambassador Ring resigns from SPLM-IG, swifts allegiance to SPLM-IO

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February 21, 2020 (SSSNN)—South Sudan’s Presidential Advisor on Legal Affairs, Telar Ring Deng has submitted his resignation to President Salva Kiir Mayardit and pledged allegiance to the main opposition group, SPLM-IO ahead of the formation of the Transitional Government of National Unity. In a statement, Ring said that his resignation from the government was driven by a number of factors. […]

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Civilians intentionally starved by South Sudan’s leaders – UN report

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February 20, 2020 (SSNN)—South Sudan’s government forces and other armed groups have been accused of “deliberately starving” civilians by hindering humanitarian access and displacing communities from their homes, a report released by the United Nations revealed on Thursday. The United Nations says the parties have systematically monitored, silenced citizens and often obstruct justice. “Today in South Sudan, civilians are deliberately […]

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Just in: Machar sets to be appointed as First Vic-president tonight

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February 20, 2020 (SSNN) South Sudan’s opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar is expected to be appointed tonight by the President and to resume his position as First Vic-President, a position he held temporarily before being replaced in the aftermath of the 2016 heavy fighting in the capital, Juba. Meanwhile, President Salva Kiir and opposition leaders have agreed to form a Transitional […]

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Latest: S. Sudan’s MoF recalls all deputy ambassadors to Juba 

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  February 19, 2020 (SSNN)—The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has issued a statement on short notice, instructing all South Sudanese deputy ambassadors, diplomats and administrative attachés to report to Juba urgently not later than March 31, 2020. “The Leadership of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation informs your esteemed Embassies/Missions that the under mentioned Deputy […]

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S. Sudan’s lawmakers urged to enact reforms of the National Security Service (NSS)

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February 19, 2020 (SSNN)—Human Rights Watch, a human rights watchdog, has called on South Sudanese lawmakers to enact security laws that enforce reforms to the South Sudan Security Service (NSS),  an infamous security institution that has broad powers over citizens to arrest, torture, and eliminate government critics. “South Sudan’s National Assembly should urgently enact reforms of the National Security Service […]

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The Bringing back of 10 States Mark the Return to the Rule of law in South Sudan

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Opinion, By Dak Buoth February 19, 2020 (SSNN)— I would like to take this earlier opportunity to commend the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) under the chairmanship of Sudan Prime Minister Dr. Abdalla Hamdock for returning South Sudan to its 10 constitutional states. In its 34th communique held 0n 9th February in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, IGAD Heads of states and […]

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PMPC welcomes Kiir’s compromise on the number of states, urges citizens to embrace peace

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February 18, 2020 (SSNN)—The Provisional Military and Political Council (PMPC), a pro-government faction led by Maj. Gen. James Ochan Puot, has sent a congratulatory message to President Kiir, welcoming the decision that led to the country’s return to its former 10 states as part of a compromise to end the deadlock over the number of states and their boundaries. “Provisional […]

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Kiir wants Machar to stay permanently in Juba as R-TGoNU sets to be formed

Newsbeat, South Sudan, Sudan
President Salva Kiir and main armed opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar

February 18, 2020 (SSNN)—South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit requests peace mediators to allow opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar to remain permanently in the capital, Juba, as preparations begin for the much-awaited formation of the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity. In recent weeks, there has been increasing pressure from the international community and the region on the government and […]

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Kenya Ambassador to S. Sudan Chris passes on, MoF announces

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February 17, 2020 (SSNN)—The Kenyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced today that the Kenyan Ambassador to South Sudan, Chris Mburu, had died of a heart attack. Ambassador Mburu is reported to have suddenly collapsed at his residence in Juba on Sunday the Kenya’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported this morning. In his condolence message, President Uhuru Kenyatta described the late […]

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Government dismisses rumours of Makuei’s resignation

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    February 16, 2020 (SSNN)—The Ministry of Information Communication & Postal Services vehemently dismisses social media rumours, alleging that the Minister of Information, Michael Makuei Lueth had tendered his resignation in the wake of the President’s recent decision on the number of states. “This is to inform all the general public and the citizens of South Sudan in particular […]

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‘Museveni caught unaware by Kiir’s decision on the states’ issue

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Ugandan President H.E. Kaguta Museveni ...

  February 15, 2020 (SSNN)—Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has not been informed by his close ally, President Salva Kiir about the decision that led to the amalgamation of the country’s 32 states, according to an official who declined to be named for fear of reprisal. “President Museveni was unaware of the decision taken by his South Sudanese counterpart [referring […]

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Akol welcomes Kiir’s compromise on states, but concerned over inclusion of Ruweng 

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February 15, 2020 (SSNN)—National Democratic Movement (NDM), an opposition faction headed by prominent opposition leader Dr. Lam Akol Ajawin has congratulated the Presidency for accepting the IGAD Council of Ministers’ proposal on the number of states. “On the Government’s consultation in Juba on the issue of the number of States in South Sudan. We note the decision taken by President […]

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SSOA strongly welcomes Kiir’s decision on the number of states

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February 15, 2020 (SSNN)—The South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA), a coalition of opposition groups, has been ‘extremely delighted’ and welcomed the bold step  undertaken by President Salva Kiir in returning the country to its previous 10 states. “The entire leadership of SSOA is extremely delighted with the bold and patriotic decision taken by our Pesident Gen, Salva Kiir Mayardit to […]

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‘For the sake of peace and unity, we accept return to 10 states’ – Presidency

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President Salva Kiir Mayardit during summit of the recent IGAD Heads of state and government (Photo: File)

February 15, 2020 (SSNN)—On Saturday, the South Sudanese presidency said that for the sake of peace and unity, a decision has been taken to return the country to its previous ten states plus three administrative areas, namely; Abyel Administrative Area, Ruweng Administrative Area, Greater Pibor Administrative Area. “The Presidency of the Republic of South Sudan held a meeting on the […]

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Breaking: Kiir finally accept 10 states

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February 15, 2020 (SSNN)—South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has finally announced the country’s revert to 10 states, however with exception of three administrative areas namely Ruweng, Abyei Administrative Area and Boma. The government’s final position was officially announced this morning by the Office of the President following an emergency meeting held at the State House by senior government officials. […]

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Kiir invites senior officials for another ‘important’ meeting on Saturday

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February 14, 2020 (SSNN)—The Office of the President announced today evening that the President of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, is inviting officials to attend another important meeting at the State House on Saturday. “This is to inform all the government officials listed below to avail themselves for an important meeting tomorrow Saturday, 15th of February, 2020 in State House […]

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HRW slams government for depriving Prof. Taban of his constitutional rights

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February 14, 2020 (SSNN)—The rights body, Human Rights Watch, has criticized the government for depriving Professor Taban Lo Liyong of his constitutional rights by suspending him from teaching after expressing his views on national issues affecting the country. “South Sudan’s University of Juba has suspended a renowned academic and writer from his teaching position over an opinion article on the […]

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