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American opinion: One judge observes the law, the Supreme Court ignores it
Grand Forks Herald - North Dakota
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July 10, 2025
In a lengthy ruling last week D.C. Federal Judge Randolph Moss struck down the Trump administration’s near total ban on asylum under the specious argument that the country was under invasion. It is almost embarrassing for our federal court system...
China vows to advance Africa, South Sudan partnerships
Number One Citizen Daily
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July 3, 2025
By Kei Emmanuel Duku China reaffirms unwavering commitment to strengthening cooperation with Africa as a whole and South Sudan. Chinese Ambassador to South Sudan, Ma Qiang, made the remarks on Tuesday during “Topping-Out” ceremony for Phase Two of...
Inclusive youth participation in governance, critical for South Sudan’s future
Number One Citizen Daily
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July 3, 2025
By Lodu William Odiya Youth are advised to embrace individual roles and responsibilities in building a more peaceful, prosperous future for all South Sudanese. Spokesperson of South Sudan National Elections Commission (NEC), George Lemi Yata...
African mining ministers adopt Pan-African Resources Reporting Code
The Sun Nigeria
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July 10, 2025
From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Mining ministers under the auspices of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) have resolved to adopt the new Pan-African Resources Reporting Code (PARC). Their resolution was reached at their sixth inter-ministerial...
Officer killed in attack on Maridi military outpost
Radio Tamazuj
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July 10, 2025
A group of gunmen attacked an outpost for joint security forces in Maridi County, Western Equatoria State, on Wednesday, leaving a police officer dead and an SSPDF officer injured, local officials said. The slain police officer was identified as...
Ailing S.Sudan president prepares volatile succession
Modern Ghana
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With South Sudan's President Salva Kiir undergoing medical tests abroad after years of rumours about his health, analysts say a long-gestating plan has been set in motion to secure his succession. Kiir returned from at least 10 days in the United...
American Opinion: Tale of two courts: One judge observes the law, the Supreme Court ignores it
West Central Tribune - Minnesota
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July 10, 2025
In a lengthy ruling last week D.C. Federal Judge Randolph Moss struck down the Trump administration’s near total ban on asylum under the specious argument that the country was under invasion. It is almost embarrassing for our federal court system...
IGAD chief assesses progress of revitalized agreement in South Sudan
Prensa Latina - Cuba
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July 3, 2025
He stressed the crucial importance of the full and timely implementation of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict and urged all signatory parties and stakeholders to intensify efforts toward sustainable stability. He...
UK, US, South Sudan top list as Kenyan banks transport cash across borders
Business Insider Africa
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July 3, 2025
This trend was highlighted in the latest Survey on Cross-Border Movement of Cash, which revealed that 15 commercial banks representing 39.4% of all licensed banks in Kenya are engaged in cross-border cash shipments. The report, compiled by Kenyan...
Over 700 civilians killed across South Sudan in first quarter of 2025 — UN
Eye Radio
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July 2, 2025
Author: Elshiekh Chol Ajieng | Published: 6 hours ago Armed men seen moving alongside displaced civilians following inter-communal violence in Tonj North County. Oct 2024. (-) More than 700 civilians were killed, 149 abducted, and 40 subjected to...
Civilian killings in S.Sudan hit highest level since 2020: UN
Macau Business
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July 2, 2025
The number of civilians killed in South Sudan has soared to the highest in almost five years, the United Nations said on Wednesday. The unstable east African nation has seen a drastic uptick in violence since simmering rivalry between President...
South Sudan hires veteran-led US firm to deliver aid
TRT World
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By GDP, South Sudan is the poorest nation in the world. A US-run company which includes military veterans is now helping airdrop food to remote war-torn regions. But as Rahul Radhakrishnan reports, the delivery system isn't welcomed by all.
Editorial: One judge observes the law, the Supreme Court ignores it
Daily Camera - Colorado
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July 10, 2025
In a lengthy ruling last week D.C. Federal Judge Randolph Moss struck down the Trump administration’s near total ban on asylum under the specious argument that the country was under invasion. It is almost embarrassing for our federal court system...
The Bush Hunters of Makur Panalang: Remembering the Evenings of Bows, Arrows, and Loyal Dogs in Yirol, South Sudan
PaanLuel Wël Media Ltd
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July 3, 2025
By Dr. Sunday de John, Nairobi, Kenya Thursday, 04 July 2025 (PW) — In Makur-Panalang village, where “Kesh”, a kind of sorghum swayed like gold in the evening breeze and the land stretched wide beneath the setting sun, the close of day used to...
UN Reports Over 700 Civilians Killed in South Sudan in First Quarter of 2025
The City Review
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July 3, 2025
The total number of victims—1,607—marks an 86 percent increase compared to the last quarter of 2024, making it the highest toll in any three-month period since 2020 By Anak Dut Where have all the people gone? Gone to graveyards every one. Oh, when...
Violence leaves 739 civilians dead in South Sudan
Sudans Post
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July 2, 2025
Civilians hiding in the jungle as they flee gunshots in an undisclosed location in South Sudan [Photo by unknown]JUBA — At least 739 civilians were killed in South Sudan between January and March 2025, according to a report released Wednesday by...
East African countries and open borders: great strides, but still a long way to go
The Conversation
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July 17, 2025
It’s not uncommon to find a Ugandan taxi driver in Rwanda’s capital, Kigali, just as one regularly meets Zimbabwean Uber drivers in South Africa. But there is a big difference. A Ugandan working in Rwanda most likely has a secure legal right to be...
Reflections from SPIEF 2025: What South Sudan can learn from Russia’s economic strategies
Eye Radio
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July 1, 2025
Ms. Lurit Yugusuk is a public policy analyst and seasoned writer on economic and social justice issues in Africa - courtesy The 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025), organized by the Roscongress Foundation and its partners...
Violence Against Civilians Surges Amidst Escalating Conflict In South Sudan (January - March 2025)
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- African Press Organization) Download logo Violence against civilians in South Sudan is escalating to record levels, according to a new report by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, which documents 1,607 victims in the first quarter...
Where did you learn English, Trump asks president of anglophone country
The Times
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The question had been intended as a compliment. But President Trump caught the Liberian delegation around the polished table of the state dining room off guard. Seconds before, during a meeting with other African leaders at the White House on...