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Civil society forum says South Sudan not ready for elections
South Sudan's civil society forum says current conditions are not conducive to fair and credible elections, citing outstanding preparations and funding.
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President Kiir Declares National Mourning Following Death of Liberation Hero Joseph Lagu
South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit declares national mourning after the death of General Joseph Lagu Yanga, a veteran liberation hero and military commander.
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UN Warns South Sudan’s First Elections Could Trigger Wider War
UN Commission on Human Rights warns South Sudan's first elections may trigger wider war amid deepening political tensions and strain on the fragile peace agreement.
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Special Court Rejects Dr. Machar's Request to Play Videos in Ongoing Trial
South Sudan's Special Court has rejected a request by Dr. Riek Machar to play video footage in his ongoing trial, ruling that the application was premature.
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UN Fact-Finding Mission Warns of Escalating Violence and Repression in Sudan
UN mission reports drone attacks, arrests, and torture in El Obeid, Sudan, amid intensifying conflict
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Sudan Accuses Ethiopia of Involvement in Drone Strikes on Infrastructure
Sudan accuses Ethiopia of involvement in drone strikes on civilian infrastructure, including power stations and fuel facilities.
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Sudan Accuses Over 20 Countries of Backing RSF in War
Sudan's Defence Minister Hassan Daoud Kabroun accuses over 20 countries of supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) with funding, drones, and foreign fighters.
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South Sudan Women Launch Cross-Party Forum To Strengthen Political Leadership Ahead of Elections
Women from different political parties and civil society organizations in South Sudan have launched the Women Cross-Party Forum (WCPF) in Juba, aiming to strengthen women’s political lead...
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South Sudanese Liberation Hero Joseph Lagu Dies at 94 as President Kiir Declares National Mourning
General Joseph Lagu, a foundational figure in South Sudan’s struggle for autonomy, has died in Juba aged 94.
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South Sudan to Begin Voter Registration in November Ahead of December Elections
South Sudan's National Elections Commission announces voter registration to start in November 2026, ahead of the country's first polls since independence on December 22, 2026.
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30 vulnerable families in Malakal receive land titles
Thirty vulnerable families in Malakal, South Sudan, have received land titles through an initiative by the Civil Society Coalition on Natural Resources and Norwegian People’s Aid.
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South Sudan Seeks International Partnerships for Water Management
South Sudan attends Cairo Water Week to strengthen water management and develop climate-resilient infrastructure.