South Sudan conflict Stories

MSF condemns armed attack on its healthcare workers in South Sudan
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 16, 2025

As a result of the attack, MSF has been forced to suspend all movements for outreach activities in Nasir and Ulang Counties.

Sudan-Kenya diplomatic tensions persist over RSF engagement
Mwangi Maina  |  Jan 08, 2025

Sudan accused Kenya of supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and interfering in its internal affairs.

More than 700 killed in siege of Sudan's al-Fashir, UN rights chief says
Reuters  |  Dec 21, 2024

The UN rights office said it had documented the deaths of at least 782 civilians and more than 1,143 injured since May.

UN envoy prepares for Sudan peace talks in Geneva to address civilian protection
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 17, 2024

Sources reported that RSF has agreed to return to the negotiating table, while the Sudanese army has expressed initial, albeit unofficial, approval to...

IGAD boss Workneh Gebeyehu calls for collective action to alleviate suffering in Sudan
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 16, 2024

Workneh urged regional leaders, the international community, and the conflicting parties in Sudan to let wisdom prevail and restore peace.

UAE flights head to airstrip that UN suspects supplies arms to Sudan rebels
Reuters  |  Dec 13, 2024

At meetings with senior US officials in Washington this fall, UAE delegates dropped their denials of providing backing to the RSF after they were show...

Sudan war claims over 100 more lives, mostly civilians
DW News  |  Dec 11, 2024

The Sudanese army and the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces traded airstrikes that led to the loss of over 100 civilian lives.

South Sudan President Salva Kiir overhauls security, administrative leadership amid internal tensions
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 10, 2024

President Kiir dismissed the country’s army chief, police inspector-general, and central bank governor in a significant reshuffle following recent sec...

Sudan conflict fuelling mass refugee exodus, human trafficking into neighbouring states
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 05, 2024

Kenya, South Sudan, Central African Republic, Uganda, and Ethiopia, are bearing the brunt of the increased movement of Sudanese nationals into their c...

Calm restored in Juba after soldiers' clash at ex-intelligence chief's home
Foreign Reporter  |  Nov 22, 2024

The incident, described by the national army as a "misunderstanding" between layers of security forces stationed at the home, left two soldiers wounde...

Gunfire in South Sudan capital as forces attempt to arrest former intelligence chief
Reuters  |  Nov 22, 2024

Analysts said the sacking of Akol Koor reflected a power struggle at the highest levels of government.

IGAD proposes African peacekeeping force to oversee Sudan's ceasefire deal
Amina Wako  |  Nov 18, 2024

The IGAD Special Envoy to Sudan has proposed the Peace and Security Contingency Mechanism (PSCM), a non-combatant peacekeeping and observatory body un...

Allies of warring Sudan generals ‘enabling the slaughter,’ UN Security Council hears
UN News  |  Nov 13, 2024

DiCarlo condemned not only the RSF attacks but also the indiscriminate airstrikes by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) in civilian-populated areas such...

UN Security Council considers action on Sudan war
Reuters  |  Nov 12, 2024

To be adopted, a resolution needs at least nine votes in favour and no vetoes by the U.S., France, Britain, Russia or China.

South Sudan, Kenya to resume peace talks in Nairobi
Amina Wako  |  Nov 07, 2024

Ruto also announced plans to engage the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) for broader regional and international support.

Sudan launches first malaria vaccine in landmark child health initiative
UN News  |  Nov 06, 2024

The disease claimed an estimated 7,900 lives in Sudan in 2023, though the actual toll may be higher due to ongoing conflict between rival militaries.

Sudan's army chief appoints new acting foreign minister
Reuters  |  Nov 04, 2024

Hussein Awad Ali has been relieved of his duties, with Ali Youssef Ahmed taking his place, a statement from Burhan's office said.

IMF urges African oil exporters' reforms to boost 'subdued' regional growth
Reuters  |  Oct 26, 2024

Armed conflicts are also weighing on growth, the IMF said, citing South Sudan's oil exports blocked by conflict in neighbouring Sudan.

Cairo talks on Sudan’s ceasefire deal postponed as differences escalate
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 25, 2024

Disagreements arose over the inclusion of members of Sudan’s military intelligence and Darfur’s armed movements

Sudanese students find solace in Rwanda after war disrupts learning at home
Gahigi Moses  |  Aug 19, 2024

The Sudanese community in Rwanda has been growing, with students joining universities in the East African country.

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