Medics forced to suspend work at only functional hospital in Al Jazirah, Sudan as war rages on
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-05-09 09:56:07

Medics forced to suspend work at only functional hospital in Al Jazirah, Sudan as war rages on

The health system and basic services in Al Jazirah state have collapsed as a consequence of the fighting and the systematic blockade on supplies and personnel entering the area.

Sudan war stalls progress in disputed Abyei region
  • Author: UN News
  • Date: 2024-05-08 08:14:44

Sudan war stalls progress in disputed Abyei region

Due to the ongoing conflict, South Sudan’s oil production and exportation, which relies on transit through Sudan, has been suspended since early February.

South Sudan scraps tax on UN airdrops after humanitarian plea
  • Author: Hanifa Adan
  • Date: 2024-05-05 10:46:15

South Sudan scraps tax on UN airdrops after humanitarian plea

The charges had led to the temporary suspension of crucial aid deliveries to the nation, where thousands rely on external humanitarian assistance.

Kenya to start South Sudan’s peace talks on Thursday
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-05-01 11:42:16

Kenya to start South Sudan’s peace talks on Thursday

A delegation from the Juba government, led by Albino Mathem, the country’s presidential envoy, arrived in Nairobi on Tuesday, ahead of the scheduled talks.

UN Security Council extends peacekeeping mission in South Sudan
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-04-30 11:21:58

UN Security Council extends peacekeeping mission in South Sudan

It comes as South Sudan prepares for its first post-independence elections scheduled for December this year, but uncertainty looms over whether the election will take place.

UN calls for action to combat sexual violence in war-torn Sudan
  • Author: Hanifa Adan
  • Date: 2024-04-26 22:33:05

UN calls for action to combat sexual violence in war-torn Sudan

The conflict has caused a devastating humanitarian crisis, and clashes have killed nearly 16,000 people and displaced millions.

Kenyans take leading roles in renewed South Sudan peace process
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-04-23 13:06:06

Kenyans take leading roles in renewed South Sudan peace process

President William Ruto in late March appointed Sumbeiywo as the Chief Mediator for the South Sudan mediation peace process.

Ramaphosa holds talks with key South Sudanese actors in latest drive
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-04-18 12:45:25

Ramaphosa holds talks with key South Sudanese actors in latest drive

Ramaphosa met with key South Sudanese actors, including President Salva Kiir, and his first deputy Riek Machar, to receive updates on the peace agreements implementation.

Sudan refugees find refuge in mosques across Juba
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-04-18 09:11:31

Sudan refugees find refuge in mosques across Juba

Since April 2023, more than 8.5 million people have been forcibly displaced due to fighting.

Kenya pledges Sh132 million for Sudan conflict
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-04-16 19:59:55

Kenya pledges Sh132 million for Sudan conflict

The amount is part of the Sh263 billion ($2 billion) mobilised by donors at the end of the international humanitarian conference held in Paris on Monday.

Paramilitary attack on Sudan village kills 28
  • Author: AFP
  • Date: 2024-04-08 10:26:25

Paramilitary attack on Sudan village kills 28

The war has also displaced more than 8.5 million people, pushing the country to the brink of famine.

South Korean peacekeepers deploy troops to South Sudan
  • Author: Foreign Reporter
  • Date: 2024-04-03 11:10:33

South Korean peacekeepers deploy troops to South Sudan

The upcoming rotation will see approximately 270 troops leaving Korea in phases, beginning on Sunday and continuing on April 14, for an eight-month mission in South Sudan.

Juba hints at possible restart of Sudan peace talks
  • Author: Foreign Reporter
  • Date: 2024-04-03 10:29:54

Juba hints at possible restart of Sudan peace talks

IGAD's special envoy to Sudan Lawrence Korbandy on Tuesday met with the South Sudanese foreign minister, James Pitia Morgan in preparation for his visit to the bloc's secretariat in Djibouti.

IGAD appoints Lawrence Korbandy as special envoy for Sudan
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-03-28 11:50:41

IGAD appoints Lawrence Korbandy as special envoy for Sudan

His responsibilities include addressing various aspects of the crisis in Sudan, such as humanitarian, security, economic, social, and political issues.

Sudanese army repels RSF assault in Khartoum as Babanusa confrontations escalate
  • Author: Foreign Reporter
  • Date: 2024-03-17 13:36:00

Sudanese army repels RSF assault in Khartoum as Babanusa confrontations escalate

The RSF launched a fresh attack in Babanusa aimed at seizing control of the city's 22nd Infantry Division headquarters, leading to a fierce military standoff.

Make-or-break moment for South Sudan as polls near
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-03-13 07:58:28

Make-or-break moment for South Sudan as polls near

The impending election presents a tricky situation, with the world watching Sudan, aware that the outcome of the polls will shape its future trajectory.

South Sudan to revamp judicial system to promote justice
  • Author: Amina Bonaya
  • Date: 2024-03-12 15:35:22

South Sudan to revamp judicial system to promote justice

South Sudan's Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister, Ruben Madol Arol, says underfunding undermines the Judiciary's capability to reduce the huge case backlog and deliver its mandate.

Exiled South Sudan activist charged in US with attempting to smuggle arms back home
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-03-06 11:31:18

Exiled South Sudan activist charged in US with attempting to smuggle arms back home

Dr Peter Biar Ajak allegedly conspired to send millions of dollars worth of weapons, including rifles, grenade launchers, stinger missile systems, hand grenades, and ammunition, to South Sudan.

Sudan to open channels for delivery of humanitarian aid
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-03-06 07:50:58

Sudan to open channels for delivery of humanitarian aid

In Sudan, almost 18 million people are suffering from hunger after 10 months of heavy fighting.

Sudan's army chief pushes for AU reinstatement
  • Author: Foreign Reporter
  • Date: 2024-03-04 09:42:22

Sudan's army chief pushes for AU reinstatement

Following the military takeover on October 25, 2021, which sparked conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, the African Union suspended Sudan's membership.