Xi Jinping, Congo’s Sassou Nguesso congratulate FOCAC implementation meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping and President Denis Sassou Nguesso of the Republic of the Congo have both sent congratulatory letters to the Ministerial Meeting of Coordinators on the Implementation of the Follow-up Actions of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), warmly congratulating the participants on the convening of the meeting. In his letter, Xi Jinping […]
Worsening human rights crisis in South Sudan’s conflict – Yakani
The ongoing armed conflict in South Sudan has led to grave human rights violations, with civilians enduring widespread atrocities as warring factions continue to commit shocking acts, including the humiliation and burning of deceased opponents. Mr. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of CEPO, has described the scene a “clear evidence of the erosion of human dignity,” […]
Why UNSC should separate individual sanctions from arms embargo
Civil society activist Ter Manyang Gatwech has criticized the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) penholders for conflating arms embargoes with individual sanctions, pointing out various risks associated with these approaches. In a statement to Standard Zone News, Manyang, who leads the Centre for Peace and Advocacy, explained that these two measures serve different purposes, and […]
South Sudan renews pledge to end obstetric fistula by 2030
South Sudan has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating obstetric fistula by 2030 during the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula celebration held Friday at Juba Teaching Hospital. The commemoration, organized under the theme “A Renewed Commitment to Ending Fistula in South Sudan by 2030,” brought together representatives from the Ministry of Health, UNFPA, development partners, […]
Ruto calls for renewed momentum in Tumaini peace talks
Kenyan President William Ruto has called for renewed momentum in the Tumaini Peace Initiative, reaffirming Kenya’s steadfast support for the process despite persistent delays from South Sudanese parties. In a statement issued Thursday, President Ruto said he received a comprehensive briefing at State House Nairobi from the Tumaini Initiative mediators, led by retired Lt. General […]
Above-normal rains threaten South Sudan with renewed flooding crisis
After grappling with successive years of floods, South Sudan is once again on the edge of imminent flooding, as a new seasonal weather outlook indicates a likelihood of above-normal rainfall, particularly in eastern parts of the country. The forecast, released by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) during the 70th Greater Horn of […]
China-Africa Cooperation: A blueprint for sustainable progress
The 14th meeting of the China-Africa Think Tank Forum has kicked off in Kunming City, China, drawing together scholars, policymakers, and development experts for crucial discussions on Africa’s modernization and the lessons to be learned from China’s success. Among the participants, Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), delivered insightful […]
Modernization through cultivation: China’s lesson for South Sudan
As South Sudan wrestles with recurring conflict, hunger, and underdevelopment, one civil society leader believes the key to peace and progress may be found in the furrows of farmland, drawing a compelling comparison with China’s path to modernization. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), invited for a learning visit […]
South Sudan, Uganda, and CAR launch ambitious 1,100km trade corridor project
South Sudan, Uganda, and the Central African Republic (CAR) have agreed to co-develop a massive 1,100-kilometre highway project to boost trade and integration across East and Central Africa. The announcement was made during a high-level summit hosted by President Yoweri Museveni at Fort Portal State Lodge on May 16, where leaders unveiled the long-anticipated infrastructure […]
WHO Africa chief visits Juba to boost health response amid rising humanitarian Crises
The Acting Regional Director for Africa at the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, has concluded a high-level visit to South Sudan aimed at strengthening health support in the face of mounting humanitarian emergencies. During his visit on Wednesday, Dr. Ihekweazu met with key government and humanitarian stakeholders in Juba, including the Acting Minister […]
