The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Council of Ministers has endorsed a request to extend the deadline for the establishment of a Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity by six months.
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The IGAD Council of Ministers has endorsed a six-month extension for the peace process in South Sudan.
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Women from Dinka and Murle communities in Greater Jonglei meet and sign an agreement to end inter-communal fighting.
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Journalists and civil society representatives celebrating World Press Freedom Day in Juba.
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Extension of the pre-transitional period a sign of goodwill between the parties in South Sudan
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