72: South Sudanese Refugees begin optimistic journey back to Yei
More than 50 South Sudanese who have been living in Uganda as refugees returned home on Sunday, an optimistic decision largely driven by the recently signed cessation of hostilities agreement. The authorities in Yei River state received the refugees, who are reportedly part of a larger group of South Sudanese eager to return home. Radio Miraya spoke with two of the newly arrivals in Yei and t...
4m Jan 08, 2018
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71: South Sudan Embassy in Harare closed over student’s impasse
Operations at the country’s embassy in Harare, the Capital of Zimbabwe have grounded to a halt, after students pitched camp there. For the past three weeks, more than 30 students have camped at the embassy after two of the Universities denied them food and accommodation for failure to clear outstanding fees arrears. On the phone line from Zimbabwe, Makuei Makunchu, a student’s representative ...
5m Jan 08, 2018
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70: Health Specialist urge Government to get tougher on drug abuse
A public health specialist is calling for tougher action on drug abuse, with restrictions on drug access and punitive measures against drug users The call on Monday came amid rising concerns that Drug use and abuse is slowly creeping into the country’s communities and posing a huge risk to the youths. Dr. Kadyang Modi, a public health specialist in the Ministry of Health says tougher policies...
10m Jan 08, 2018
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69: USA "actively developing" additional tools to punish Peace spoilers in South Sudan
“Peace making in civil war is a risky business. The biggest source of risk comes from spoilers—leaders and parties who believe the emerging peace threatens their power, world view, and interests and who use violence to undermine attempts to achieve it.” This according to Stephen John Stedman, writing in international conflict resolution after the cold war. (https://www.beyondintractability.org...
4m Jan 05, 2018
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68: “Enough is Enough, Make compromises for Peace,” Micheal K Morrow tells South Sudan
Juba / South Sudan: Enough is enough, it’s time to get serious, and find peace in South Sudan.” This is the Troika’s message reiterated by Michael K. Morrow,the US Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission in South Sudan (https://ss.usembassy.gov/embassy/juba/ambassador/) . Speaking to Miraya Breakfast show, Micheal K. Morrow (https://ss.usembassy.gov/our-relationship/our-ambassador/)  spoke of the urg...
5m Jan 05, 2018
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67: Renovation and expansion of Juba Airport enters completion Phase
Juba/SouthSudan - The renovation and expansion of Juba international airport terminal has entered the completion phase, with the final inauguration expected anytime this month. Expansion and Renovation of Juba airport is the most important and biggest aviation infrastructure undertaken by the country to elevate the airport from makeshift shelters to permanent structures based on international ...
8m Jan 04, 2018
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66: UN Secretary General urges for Unity at start of 2018
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for unity among the global community to tackle the challenges confronting the world.In his New Year's message, Guterres called on leaders everywhere to work to narrow the gaps and bridge the divide between peoples. Listen to the full message here
1m Jan 01, 2018
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65: Yei River state Governor New Year’s Message focusses on need for law and order
As the year, 2017 draws to an end, Yei River state, David Lokonga has spoken of the opportunities ahead, expressing his optimism that the nation’s resilience will continue to thrive. Lokonga was speaking on Miraya Breakfast show about his hopes and dreams for the New Year. The Governor stressed the need for peace, describing it as the major gateway to prosperity in this country. He urged figh...
13m Dec 29, 2017
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64: South Sudan Police issues New Year’s day warning: Do not fire live bullets into the air
Missed the Crime Watch programme? Catch up with the day’s biggest security concerns with the acting National Police Spokesperson Col. James Dak Karlo. He spoke with Philip Wani.
39m Dec 28, 2017
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63: British Peacekeepers train local Staff in Trauma management and General medicine
The United Kingdom's medical contingent of the UN mission in South Sudan -UNMISS is providing training in trauma management and general medicine to local health workers in Bentiu State hospital. Dr. Edward Sellon of UK Medical team in Bentiu, says the Six weeks training aims to equip local health workers with knowledge and skills to deliver effective health care to local population in Bentiu. ...
4m Dec 28, 2017
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62: SPLA and Opposition Forces urge Peace Monitors to Investigate the latest ceasefire violations
Sudan people’s Liberation army –SPLA and opposition forces are urging peace monitors under the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring Mechanism to investigate the latest ceasefire violations. This as the two sides’ trade accusations and counter accusations about the latest clashes. SPLA spokesperson Brig. Lul Ruai Koang says opposition forces allied to Riek Machar attacke...
3m Dec 27, 2017
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61: South Sudan’s Ambassador to Switzerland is dead
The Ambassador of the Republic of South Sudan to the United Nations Office in Geneva is dead. Speaking to Radio Miraya, the spokesperson of the Foreign Affairs Ministry, Mawien Makol Arik, said Ambassador Kuol Alor Kuol, died this morning in Geneva. The Foreign affairs spokesperson described the death of Ambassador Kuol Alor as a big loss to the country. He remembered him as a man the brain beh...
3m Dec 27, 2017
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60: Ceasefire violations: "Horrible, Disappointing and shameful" says South Sudan Civil Society forum
South Sudan civil society activists are demanding strict enforcement of the Cessation of Hostilities agreement by the government and opposition forces, a day after violations were reported in some parts of the country. In a statement released by the Army spokesperson, Brigadier Lul Ruai, government documented violations in Amadi, Awiel East, Fashoda, Northern Liech, and Yei River. In Northern...
7m Dec 27, 2017
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59: South Sudanese Students stranded with no food in Harare
More than 40 South Sudanese students have for the past five – days camped at the South Sudan embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe after they were denied food and accommodation by the university administration. This stems from the accumulated unpaid tuition fees by the government of South Sudan. Mid this year, the Minister of Higher Education Yien Oral Lam was in Harare to negotiate an arrangement to a...
5m Dec 27, 2017
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58: Northern Liech Government decries dire situation after clashes
Northern Liech state information Minister, Lam Tungwal, says the situation in Northern Liech remains dire after the SPLA clashed with opposition forces in Koch, Unity an oil-producing region early on Sunday. The clashes came a few hours after a cessation of hostilities agreement signed in Addis Ababa last week, came into effect. Lam Tungwal says 13 civilians were killed, 15 others severely in...
6m Dec 27, 2017
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55: JMEC Chairperson pleads for action on forgiveness and Reconciliation in Christmas message
The chairperson of the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commissin, Festus Mogae, has urged the government and citizens to address the country’s problems with “forgiveness, reconciliation and healing.” Festus Mogae focused on peaceful resolution of the conflict in his Christmas message this year, saying huge efforts have been underway by IGAD and the region to bring the leaders to the table to n...
6m Dec 23, 2017
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57: Special Kids Christmas Edition
The Christmas season is special and these kids of Seventh Day primary school are all smiles as they sit down for a discussion on what makes Christmas so special in their lives. Sit, relax, click and listen.
26m Dec 23, 2017
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56: Communities in Ruop accuse Soldiers of Torching 11 houses in an operation
An operation by security forces intended to smoke out suspected criminals in Mayual village of Western Barnaam County, Western Lakes went terribly wrong on Wednesday after 11 houses went up in flames. The cause of the fire that scared residents and forced many to flee the area is not clear, but local residents claim that the huts were torched by the soldiers during the operation. To find out ...
4m Dec 22, 2017
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54: Can the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement be a game changing point for South Sudan?
All parties involved in the Intergovernmental Authority on Development -IGAD-led revitalization forum on South Sudan have agreed on a "cessation of hostilities" protection of civilians and humanitarian access. According to the agreement, a copy of which Radio Miraya has seen, All forces shall immediately freeze in their locations, except for movements authorized by CTSAMM for logistical and ad...
25m Dec 22, 2017
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53: DR Congo to establish a diplomatic school in Yambio
The Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo – DRC, has been granted land in Gbudue State to establish a diplomatic school. The diplomatic school is designed to help provide education to the big population of Congolese children residing in South Sudan. The Ambassador of the Democratic Republic of Congo to South Sudan, Rene Illume Tembele, was in Yambio early this week to formalize the pro...
5m Dec 21, 2017
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52: Ex-Wau governor calls for tougher Punishments for rape suspects
The former governor of Wau state is urging for heavier penalties against perpetrators of sexual assault on underage girls in the country. Elias Waya, made the call on Wednesday after the General Court Martial sentenced an SPLA soldier to 14 years in jail and a fine of 250 thousand Pounds for raping a 16-year-old girl. Listen to the ex- governor's reaction.
4m Dec 21, 2017
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51: SPLA pledges commitment to protect children in the armed conflict
The Sudan people’s liberation army brigade 23 based in Pibor town of Boma state, has pledged to protect children in the armed conflict. Brigadier General Korok Nyal made the remarks during a one week campaign of children not soldiers organized by the child protection Unit of the UN Mission in South Sudan. Korok appreciated the training attended by fifty participants drawn from the ministries,...
5m Dec 20, 2017
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50: SPLA top commanders train in International Humanitarian Law
The International Committee of the Red Cross has given a training course in international humanitarian law to 30 top SPLA army Commanders in Kapoeta. International Humanitarian Law, also known as the law of armed conflict aims to protect people who are not or no longer participating in hostilities. It also protects civilian property and restricts the methods and means of warfare that parties ...
4m Dec 20, 2017
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49: IOM, USAID Improve Access to Clean Water, Safe Sanitation in S Sudan
The US Agency for International Development -USAID and the International Organization for Migration –IOM, have launched a large-scale project to provide equitable access to water, sanitation, and hygiene services for people affected by the crisis in South Sudan. The project also aims to strengthen prevention of gender-based violence. To bring us up to speed about this project is Ashley McLaug...
6m Dec 20, 2017
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48: Trial of Terrain Rape suspects adjourned as Another soldier is arrested for Rape of 16 - Year-old girl
THE General Court Martial Tuesday adjourned the trial of eleven SPLA soldiers in the case of an attack on the terrain compound in July last year. The attack on the compound resulted into raping, looting and the murder of one journalist, sparking international uproar. Three witnesses appeared in court today to defend the accused soldiers. They told court that the accused persons were not liabl...
4m Dec 19, 2017
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47: House of Bishops urge disarmament of civillians in Jonglei state
The house of Bishops of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan Jonglei internal province, have asked the central and states government to disarm the civillians and rid communities of illicit arms. The call by the Arch Bishop of the internal province, Ruben Akurdid, comes amid concerns that a significant Increase of small arms in the hands of civilians is contributing to a spiral of destabilizing ...
5m Dec 19, 2017
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46: Government, FAO launch fall armworm awareness project
The Government of South Sudan in collaboration with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization – FAO has launched fall armyworm project to raise awareness about the destructive insect in the country. The launch comes a week after the government of Japan donated 3 million dollars through the Food and Agriculture Organization FAO and World Food Program WFP, to fight the infestation in South Sudan....
5m Dec 19, 2017
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45: 30 People killed in inter-clan clashes in Tonj East state
At least 30 people have reportedly been killed in inter-clan clashes between the Thiik and Jalwau communities in Tonj State. Tonj State acting Governor, Manhiem Bol Malek, says the clashes on Sunday between Youths from Jal-wau and Ngaap-agok Counties, lasted six hours living a trail of blood at the clash site. The acting governor Spoke with Radio Miraya correspondent in Tonj, Manyang Mayom, s...
5m Dec 19, 2017
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44: A discussion with the Chairperson of South Sudan Women's parliamentary Caucus
On Democracy in Action Program with Radio Miraya Presenter, David Lukan, the focus was on the Recommendations from the State-Level Consultations on Peace, Security and Reconciliation in South Sudan” 2014-2017 To discuss these recomendations and their significance was Hon Dusman, Chairperson of the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus. Listen to the discussion.
44m Dec 18, 2017
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43: Campaigners Rally Citizens to stay watchful as High Level Revitalisation Forum Kicks off
As the High Level Revitalization Forum kicks off in Addis Ababa kicks off in Addis Ababa today, citizens are being urged to pay closer attention on the deliberations and exert pressure on the parties involeced to bring peace to the country. Manese Mathiang, a member of the South Sudan Civil Society group, says there is an urgent need to restore dignity of the people and bring peace to #SouthSu...
5m Dec 18, 2017
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42: Passport service resumes in South Sudan after weeks of disruption
Printing and issuance of passports resumed on Thursday at the Directorate of Nationality, Passports and Immigration. The month-long interruption caused public concern – especially as many prepare to travel over the festive period. Addressing journalists at the offices in Juba town, the Director of Nationality, Passport and Immigration, Gen Majak Akec Malok said the disruption was caused by a ...
2m Dec 14, 2017
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41: UK announces £52mln aid package for South Sudan, urges full participation in High-Level Revitalization Forum
The UK government has announced a humanitarian package of 52 million British Pounds for the people of South Sudan. The package announced from the Department for International Development will support those fleeing the conflict in South Sudan and help Sudan, Uganda and Ethiopia – to cope with the largest refugee crisis in Africa. It will provide much-needed food, shelter and support for commun...
13m Dec 14, 2017
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40: Children’s access to digital tools – Opportunities and challenges for South Sudan
Across the globe, young children are diving into the digital world in greater numbers, using mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and other digital tools. Digital access is obviously providing children boundless opportunities for children to connect, learn and socialize with their peers. However, UNICEF’s State of the World’s Children 2017; Children in a Digital World (https://www.unicef.org/sowc...
39m Dec 13, 2017
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39: UNMISS and Partners support Children in PoC sites sit exams
Pupils sheltering at the Bentiu and Malakal Protection of Civilian sites have been given a chance to sit their primary leaving examinations through a combined effort of the UN Mission in South Sudan and humanitarian partners. The children are writing the papers at centers outside the UN Protection of Civilian site designated by the National Ministry of education. Sam Muhumure, Chief of the UN...
5m Dec 12, 2017
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38: UNMISS supports return of IDPs in Melut to safer areas of Upper Nile Region
In South Sudan's Malakal region, the process of relocating the internally displaced persons in Melut and other areas within greater Upper Nile region has started. About thirteen families are expected to arrive later today from Melut to Malakal POC. In an interview with Radio Miraya, Chief of the Relief, Reintegration and Protection unit of the UN Mission in #SouthSudan, SAM MUHUMURE, confirme...
4m Dec 12, 2017
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37: Security forces move to secure Lakes area as President declares state of emergency
A three-month state of emergency is taking hold in the Lakes area giving security forces authority to conduct disarmament and prevent further clashes. The Presidential order was announced on state television last evening covering the three states of Gok, Western and Eastern Lakes. It comes after days of intercommunal clashes between youth of the Ruop and Pakam clans in Malek County, Western L...
4m Dec 12, 2017
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35: Dr. Ayak Chol Deng Alak speaks about her Anthology; "Once Upon an Obsession"
One of South Sudan’s Young Peace activist is today launching an anthology of poetry today. “Once Upon an Obsession,” is a collection of poems written by Dr. Ayak Chol Deng Alak, a medical doctor by profession, an activist and now writer. She spoke to Miraya Breakfast Show, talking about her poetry, themes covered, and the inspiration behind her writings.
7m Dec 12, 2017
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34: UNMISS Chief says Mission will Keep Up Pressure to avert further escalation in Western Lakes
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, David Shearer, says UNMISS teams on the ground have facilitated the removal of roadblocks mounted by the rival youth clans – opening up vital routes to movement and trade. Mr Shearer says UNMISS will keep up pressure on communities to avert further escalations.
2m Dec 12, 2017
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33: Increase digital Media access to most disadvantaged children; UNICEF
The State of the World’s Children 2017: Children in a Digital World presents UNICEF’s first comprehensive look at the different ways digital technology is affecting children’s lives and life chances, identifying dangers as well as opportunities. The Report launched on Monday, argues that African youth are the least connected, with around 3 out of 5 youth offline, compared to just 1 in 25 in Eu...
9m Dec 12, 2017
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32: UNMISS Appeals for Calm as tensions remain high in Western Lakes
The UN mission is calling for calm and a return to negotiations after a fatal intercommunal conflicts between the Ruop and Pakam communities claimed lives of an estimated 70 people. On Saturday, The UN Mission in South Sudan conducted a field visit to Abirum and Abel of Western Lakes where several people died and many others were wounded. Kwame DWAMENA-ABOAGYE, UNMISS Head of Field Office in ...
5m Dec 12, 2017
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36: UNMISS embarks on an ambitious Road Development Plan for South Sudan
[...] "A well-maintained and reliable road network is vital to economic development and growth. That is true for every country, but it’s particularly important for an under-developed and conflict-affected nation like South Sudan." This is what the Special Representative of the Secretary General, David Shearer told a news conference in Juba, while unveiling the mission's Road Development plan i...
8m Dec 11, 2017
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31: UNDP Supports initiatives to boost Revenues in South Sudan - What is at stake?
There is a sense of chaos in South Sudan’s Revenue authority, which has been made worse by years of conflict. The Government of Japan through the UN Development Project has launched initiatives to establish a functioning system capable of boosting a transparent revenue collection mechanisms. Gabriel Shaddar, speaks with Olympio Attipoe – UNDP, South Sudan, Elizabeth Pita Lugor - Deputy Commiss...
42m Dec 11, 2017
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30: Ministry of Gender Child and social welfare to formulate policy to protect children without parental care
The National Ministry of Gender Child and social welfare plans to formulate a policy on children without appropriate parental care to address issues of children living and walking on the streets. The Undersecretary in the ministry Esther Ikere says the need for a policy stems from a rising number of children walking and living on the streets across the country. According to Ikere, an assessme...
3m Dec 11, 2017
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26: Discussion on Human Rights Situation in South Sudan
On the International day of Human Rights to be celebrated this Sunday December 10th, we ask; What needs to be done to guarantee the fundamental freedoms and protecting the human rights of all in South Sudan? Also quoting a famous writer; Today’s human rights violations are the causes of tomorrow’s conflicts.” – How do we avert this? This is the focus of our discussion on Your rights with Commi...
43m Dec 10, 2017
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29: UNMISS Force Protection Force to assess Impact of Inter - Communal Conflict in Western Lakes
The UN Mission in South Sudan will be dispatching a force protection unit and military liaison officers to Western Lakes tomorrow, to assess the impact of the ongoing inter communal fighting between the Ruop and Pakam communities. The sporadic fighting that broke out on Wednesday resumed early this morning, claiming more than fifty lives and injuring dozens. The UNMISS Head of Field Office in...
7m Dec 08, 2017
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28: US Increasing Pressure on South Sudan to Respect Human Rights -
[...] " It's up to everybody to respect Human Rights... It's not just words that we want to hear, it's actions that we want to see." That is the message by Weinberg Mark, Public Affairs Officer, US embassy in South Sudan. Speaking to Miraya Breakfast Show ahead of the International Human Rights day, he said; "protecting and defending human rights is a joint effort by everybody." Considering ...
8m Dec 08, 2017
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24: Terekeka citizens appeal for reforms in the army for the success of the National Dialogue
The people of Terekeka State say reforms must be made in the security sector in order for the National Dialogue to succeed. A member of the Central Equatoria sub-committee conducting consultations, Jackson Abugo said the populations fear the army and military forces have been personalized. He said MPs, intellectuals, youth, women and the organized forces have all recommended the removal of gu...
5m Dec 08, 2017
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22: UNMISS Sector East Commander Implores Leadership to Love South Sudan
[...] "the leadership has to think for the people of South Sudan. If people of South Sudan do not think for South Sudan, who else will? Good question there by the outgoing UNMISS sector commander, Brigadier General Karanbir Singh Brar. Speaking to Radio Miraya correspondent, Mach Samuel Adut, Brig, Karanbir said; "People of South Sudan have to realize, they themselves have to help each other ...
5m Dec 08, 2017
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25: CEPO appeals for intervention to release Matresses meant for inmates
Civil Society activist, Edmund Yakani, is calling for a swift intervention of the government to secure the release of 50 matresses being held by border authorities. The Community Empowerment for Progress - CEPO with support from the South Sudan Red Cross procured 50 matresses and 100 pairs of bedsheets to furnish the female inmates section of Juba prison. Edmund Yakani, spoke with Sworo Charl...
5m Dec 08, 2017
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27: UN Security Council urged to do more to protect civilians, help end violence
The Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Mark Lowcock, has called upon the UN Security Council to use their influence to ensure that the parties comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law to respect and protect civilians, including humanitarian workers. He was addressing the UN Security council on Thursday. Mark Lowock stre...
7m Dec 07, 2017
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