Sub-national violence leaves civilians in crisis: UNMISS sounds alarm
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has raised urgent concerns about the devastating impact of sub-national violence on civilians in South Sudan. In a statement obtained by Standard Zone News, UNMISS emphasized that community-based militias are the leading perpetrators of civilian harm, accounting for 79 percent of victims in violent incidents. Warrap State […]
Yakani Calls for Grassroots Involvement to End Upper Nile Violence
Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), has called on the Governor of Upper Nile State to engage grassroots leaders in efforts to end the ongoing violence in the region. Yakani voiced his concern as tensions remain high in Upper Nile following armed confrontations between local communities. He emphasized the […]
