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WESTERN EQUATORIA - As South Sudan prepares for its first democratic elections as a sovereign state, a grassroots movement is emerging where people across the country are demanding the right to participate in the process…

The Nepalese Force Reserve Battalion is relied on to respond to the most volatile security situations in South Sudan. These peacekeepers, serving with the United Nations Mission in the conflict-affected country, are rapidly…

JUBA - At 8am on a Tuesday morning, four heavy duty tipper trucks are waiting to be signed in at the United Nations Mission of South Sudan compound in Juba. Their load? Much needed aggregate that will create the base for new…

JUBA – With their immense influence and vast experience, traditional leaders are in a unique position to help shape the permanent constitution-making process in South Sudan and ensure it includes the views of the communities…

LAKES - As soon as the diesel engine of the grinding mill roars to life, members of the Wako community rush forward, forming a line with bags of sorghum in hand and smiles of anticipation on their faces. To them, this mill…

CENTRAL EQUATORIA - Robust justice systems and expert personnel are essential for safeguarding the rights of every citizen. It is vital that these rights, including those of prisoners, are recognized and enforced with…

JUBA/UPPER NILE – United Nations Under-Secretary-General, Catherine Pollard, stressed the Organization’s solidarity and support for the people of South Sudan during a high-level visit to the country. During her four days on…

WESTERN EQUATORIA – The challenges faced by communities across Ezo County are immense. Residents are suffering from persistent insecurity, the dire humanitarian and economic situation, as well as the legacy of decades of war…

JONGLEI – The Civil Society Network in Jonglei is a vital voice for accountability and transparency. It advocates for open civic spaces and highlights the urgent need for support and solidarity in the fight for human rights…

JONGLEI – Food insecurity is rampant across South Sudan with more than 1.6 million children now malnourished and seven million people needing food assistance from humanitarian agencies to survive. Nutritious food is out of…

JUBA – Significant strides towards the reform of South Sudan’s judiciary were made at a high-powered workshop to validate a new report that will lay the foundations for a fair, transparent, robust and accessible legal system…

International peace partners are urging the Government of South Sudan to produce a clear and realistic workplan, timeline and budget to implement remaining critical tasks in the peace agreement ahead of the country’s first…