Tag Archives: South Sudan

South Sudan’s Vice-President Riek Machar Faces Murder and Treason Charges

South Sudan’s First Vice-President, Riek Machar, has been formally charged with murder, treason, and crimes against humanity — accusations that observers fear could spark fresh unrest in the fragile nation. Justice Minister Joseph Geng Akech said the charges stem from a March assault by the White Army militia, a group …

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Ruto Pauses Nairobi-Led South Sudan Mediation Effort

President William Ruto has announced the suspension of the mediation process between South Sudan’s government and the Opposition Hold-Out Group. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The suspension will remain in place until March 2025, following a request from the South Sudan government delegation. The President stated that this …

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South Sudan Appeals for Funds to Conduct Elections

South Sudan made an appeal on Thursday for financial assistance from both the international community and regional partners to support the upcoming general elections slated for later this year. Martin Elia Lomuro, the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, highlighted the inadequacy of government budget allocations for the electoral process. He emphasized …

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