South Sudan
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New Japanese envoy arrives in Juba, pledges stronger ties
Japan's Ambassador-designate to South Sudan, Matsui Shinji, arrives in Juba, vowing to strengthen cooperation between the two countries.
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South Sudan
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Kiir Opens Election Talks, Rules Out Further Delays to South Sudan Vote
South Sudanese President Salva Kiir launches inter-party dialogue to ensure peaceful and credible elections in December.
South Sudan
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Dr. Lam Akol warns unilateral elections risk legitimacy crisis in South Sudan
Dr. Lam Akol warns that unilateral elections in South Sudan would produce an illegitimate government and create deeper political chaos.
South Sudan
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Dengue, malaria cases rise in Blue Nile as medicine prices soar
Residents of Sudan's Blue Nile region report increased dengue fever and malaria cases amid rainfall, stagnant water, and medicine shortages.
South Sudan
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South Sudan Launches Consultations for EAC Confederation Constitution
South Sudan begins nationwide consultations to draft the East African Community Political Confederation Constitution.
South Sudan
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Makuei cautions against rushing EAC confederation constitution
South Sudan's caretaker minister warns against rushing EAC confederation constitution
South Sudan
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SPLM's Liberation Legacy Faces Crucial Test in Upcoming Elections
South Sudan's ruling SPLM party faces a significant challenge as it prepares for the December 2026 general elections, relying on its liberation legacy amidst widespread poverty and instit...
South Sudan
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Calm Returns to Malakal After Tensions and Shootout
Calm has returned to Malakal, South Sudan, following a shootout between police and a group allegedly smuggling goods into the city, which triggered security tensions.
South Sudan
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Bright Stars Face Off Against Malawi in AFCON Qualifier
South Sudan's national football team, the Bright Stars, takes on Malawi in a crucial AFCON qualifier match today at 16:00 GMT.
South Sudan
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Civil society calls for urgent government action over renewed Duk, Twic East fighting
Civil society groups in South Sudan are calling for urgent government action to address renewed fighting between communities in Duk and Twic East counties in Jonglei State.
South Sudan
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Panel raises concerns over President Kiir’s expanded powers
South Sudan's President Salva Kiir dissolved the transitional government ahead of elections, sparking concerns about the concentration of executive power.
South Sudan
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Blue Nile governor extends state of emergency for three months
Blue Nile governor Ahmed al-Omda Badi extends state of emergency for three months citing security concerns