S. Sudan: Riek Machar Vows to Combat Sexual Violence
South Sudan’s first Vice President, Riek Machar on Tuesday renewed the government’s commitment to combat sexual violence by its armed forces. He made the statement […]
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Africa Power Vision to Electrify Continent by 2063
A joint venture called Africa Power Vision (APV) is planning to electrify the African continent with reliable and affordable energy sources by 2063. The development […]
S. Sudan’s Riek Machar to Return to Juba on April 18
South Sudan’s opposition leader Riek Machar on Thursday confirmed he will be arriving in the capital Juba on April 18 to take up the position […]
Kenya: Chinese Firm to Carry out Cross-Country Rail Project
The Kenyan government on Wednesday signed agreement with China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) that will carry out a cross-country rail project to link the East […]
S.Sudan: Clashes Kill 18, Injure Scores at UN shelter
At least 18 people were killed and dozens were injured Thursday when armed civilians, posing as peaceful protesters, attacked a United Nations base in South […]
Sudan opens borders with South Sudan
Sudan decided to open its borders with South Sudan for the first time since southern secession in 2011, allowing a flow of cheaper goods amid […]
South Sudan: UN Panel urges arms embargo
A new report due to be released by a United Nations panel of experts tasked to investigate South Sudan’s civil war has recommend U.N Security […]
South Sudan: UN needs $1.3 bln aid to assist 5.1 million people
The international humanitarian community is seeking $1.3 billion in humanitarian aid to support an estimated 5.1 million people facing life threatening situations in South Sudan, […]
South Sudan: Kiir appoints 50 rebels as MPs
South Sudan President Salva Kiir in a decree broadcast on state radio on Friday announced the appointment of 50 lawmakers from the rebel movement to […]
China pledges $60 billion development fund for Africa
Chinese President Xi Jinping, addressing African leaders in Johannesburg on Friday unveils a $60 billion fund to promote cooperation and support development efforts in Africa. […]