UNMISS calls for Dr. Machar’s release and de-escalation of Nasir conflict
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has urged the Security Council to intervene in securing the release of Dr. Riek Machar, along with other detained military and civilian officials, and to de-escalate the ongoing conflict in Nasir, Upper Nile State. Mr. Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS, highlighted […]
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 […]
CEPO Launches ‘No Return to War’ Campaign Across South Sudan
Juba, South Sudan – The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has announced the launch of a nationwide campaign dubbed “No Return to War”, urging citizens and leaders alike to recommit to peace and stability as the country continues to face political and security challenges. In a statement shared with the media on Sunday, CEPO […]
Over 2,000 SSOA forces join gov’t
At least 2,434 forces from the South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) in Greater Equatoria have defected to the government on Friday. The troops, who were part of the unified forces trained at seven key centres – Lologo, Rajaf, Awenjobol, Muni, Agot Makur, Maridi, and Rambur – graduated on August 30, 2022, during Phase One of […]
Area Administrator Denies Mobilization of Youth Toward Jonglei
The Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) has refuted claims of youth mobilization and marching toward neighboring Jonglei State for an attack. Peter Guzulu Maze, the Chief Administrator of GPAA, dismissed reports from the Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), citing prevailing circumstances that make such mobilization improbable. “First of all, we are dealing with a cholera […]
