South Sudan
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South Sudan Faces Legitimacy Crisis if Elections are Postponed
South Sudan's caretaker administration may face a legitimacy crisis if elections scheduled for December 22, 2026, are postponed, experts warn.
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South Sudan
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Yei leaders demand better healthcare amid drug shortages
Yei leaders call for improved healthcare services amid shortages of essential medicines, specialist doctors, and medical supplies.
South Sudan
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Liberation Icon General Joseph Lagu Dies in Juba
South Sudanese liberation icon General Joseph Lagu Yanga has died in Juba at the age of 95.
South Sudan
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Central Equatoria State Orders Schools to Charge Fees in South Sudanese Pounds
Central Equatoria State Ministry of Education directs schools to charge fees in local currency, threatening closures for non-compliance.
South Sudan
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Sudan's Burhan Attends Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow
Sudan's Sovereignty Council head Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has departed for Moscow to attend the third Russia-Africa summit.
South Sudan
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Veteran leader Joseph Lagu dies, Kiir declares national mourning
South Sudan's veteran leader Joseph Lagu dies at 94, President Kiir declares national mourning
South Sudan
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UN Commission Warns of Constitutional Coup in South Sudan
UN human rights commission warns of 'constitutional coup' in South Sudan, citing systematic dismantling of 2018 peace deal
South Sudan
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PPC Sets October 22 Deadline for Pre-Election Coalitions in South Sudan
South Sudan's Political Parties Council sets October 22 deadline for pre-election coalitions ahead of December 22 polls.
South Sudan
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South Sudan Presidency Calls for Probe into Deadly Aerial Attack on Amiet Market
South Sudan's presidency demands investigation into aerial attack on Amiet Market in Abyei area, killing and injuring civilians.
South Sudan
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UK Announces £10.7 Million Aid Package to Strengthen South Sudan’s Health Sector
UK provides £10.7 million aid to improve South Sudan's health system and services.
South Sudan
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Western Equatoria Governor Calls for Civilian Protection as UNMISS Plans Road Rehabilitation
Western Equatoria Governor Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa urges civilian protection and humanitarian aid as UNMISS plans road rehabilitation and seeks additional troops.
South Sudan
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Ceasefire Monitors Demand Accountability for Violations Amid Renewed Clashes in South Sudan
CTSAMVM urges signatories to South Sudan's 2018 peace agreement to take action against verified ceasefire violations.