South Sudan · Desk
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President Salva Kiir of South Sudan has signed into law amendments to the country's electoral framework, paving the way for general elections in December.
South Sudan warns of severe flooding due to rising Lake Victoria waters, threatening Juba and other communities along the Nile River.
South Sudan President Salva Kiir signs election bill into law, paving way for December elections
South Sudan raises alarm over severe flooding after Uganda warns of rising water levels in Lake Victoria and increased water flows downstream through the River Nile.
South Sudan's National Legislature passes election bill keeping President Salva Kiir in office as VPs exit
South Sudan Opposition Alliance says changes undermine peace deal spirit
LGBTQ+ refugees in South Sudan's Gorom settlement face daily struggles against discrimination, hate speech, and targeted attacks.
South Sudanese minister Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth says leaders opposing elections should seek a fresh mandate from the people.
South Sudan's Apuk-Giir and Marial-Wau communities end dispute with peace commitment
A 7-year-old girl in South Sudan's Northern Bahr El Ghazal State died after being bitten by a snake while playing with friends.
A 19-year-old from South Sudan, Chan Mathok Atak, has been sentenced to two years and three months in prison for piloting a boat with 165 migrants across the English Channel.
South Sudanese journalists return from China with new skills
