375: UNMISS Peacekeeper uses Volleyball to promote Peace in Bentiu
A Cambodian Military Police officer serving  with UN Mission in South Sudan is using his free time to coach local volleyball teams based in the UN protection of civilians site in Bentiu. Francis Bekello with support from a national staff, has so far spent two months teaching six volleyball TEAMS on the techniques and rules of the volleyball game. Francis Bokello, told Radio Miraya corresponde...
2m Jul 11, 2018
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373: Two civilians killed, five wounded in attack by SPLA soldier
Two civilians were killed, and five others were wounded in an attack by an SPLA soldier in Rumbek town. The lone soldier attached to the ground forces unit reportedly stormed the market on Monday and opened fire at civilians killing two including a woman on the spot. Radio Miraya’s Mageng Wade Deng spoke to the Minister of Local government and Law Enforcement Agency, Mabor Meen Wol, to find o...
5m Jul 11, 2018
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371: UN Human Rights says 232 civilians killed in targeted attacks in South Sudan in 2 months
South Sudanese government and its allies have been accused  of brutally and deliberately attacking civilians, particularly women and children, in what is described as a "scorched earth" policy against opposition forces in parts of Unity state. This is contained in a new report released by the U.N. human rights office in Geneva. U.N. human rights monitors say at least 232 civilians were killed...
2m Jul 11, 2018
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372: UNFPA underscores the role of Family planning as a human right
Today July 11th is World Population Day, an annual observance that aims to spread awareness about the exploding world population and the importance of reproductive health. The theme of World Population Day this year is “Family planning is a human right. Mary Othieno,  is the UNFPA country Representative in South Sudan. She spoke with Regina Gorle explaining why Family planning is a human righ...
5m Jul 11, 2018
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369: Intercultural Dialogue with South Sudanese Refugees in Rhino Camp
For the first time in History, the Youth Social Advocacy Team, a Refugee Youth led Organization in Uganda plans to bring together Refugees from 64 Tribes of South Sudan for an intercultural dialogue.  The dialogue scheduled for 27th July in Uganda’s Rhino Refugee Camp aims to provide the refugees a platform to talk about Durable Solutions to prevent tribal Conflicts. Earlier, Irene Lasu calle...
5m Jul 10, 2018
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370: Social Media Hate Speech Mitigation Field Guide launched
Did you know that Hate Speech is more dangerous than the most lethal weapon?” well at least that’s what Germany ambassador to South Sudan, Jan Hendrik van Thiel, said at the launch last week of the Social Media Hate Speech Mitigation Field Guide. The Field Guide offers tools, strategies and resources to combat #Hate Speech both online and offline. Joining us this morning to tell us more about...
10m Jul 10, 2018
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368: South Sudanese Social Justice activist Releases New song for Peace
A young South Sudanese peace activist based in Nairobi Kenya is using music calling for Peace in his country. In his new song, Jungle Preachers encourages citizens to realign themselves towards a “tribeless attitude. Jungle Preachers spoke to Irene Lasu about what motivated the song and his aspirations for South Sudan. Listen here.
5m Jul 10, 2018
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367: UN Technical Team to assist implement commitments on SGBV
A United Nations technical team is expected in South Sudan in two weeks’ time to work with key government stakeholders to help the country implement the joint communique to address sexual and gender-based violence issues. This was disclosed by the Undersecretary-General and UN Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Pramila Patten. She told Philip Wani that a team of experts fr...
6m Jul 10, 2018
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366: Government happy with outcome of Uganda talks, SPLM-IO requests more time to consider
Cabinet Affairs Minister, Martin Elia says talks held over the weekend between President Salva Kiir and SPLM-IO leader Riek Machar in Entebbe, Uganda were ‘successful. President Yoweri Museveni presented the parties with a proposed structure for the Presidency, suggesting the reinstatement of Dr Machar as Vice President alongside three other Vice Presidents. The talks held at State house in E...
4m Jul 10, 2018
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365: #SouthSudan@7: Rumbek celebrating Independence with hope for Peace
Indeed, seven years after liberation, South Sudan’s humanitarian crisis is worse than ever, with grave violations of human rights and a lingering conflict. South Sudan’s 2011 independence was won when more than 98% of its people voted to break away from Sudan. The hopes for peace have not faded as our reporter Mageng Wade Deng found out when he spoke to the people in Rumbek. More in this rep...
5m Jul 09, 2018
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364: #SouthSudan@7: What do you know about your country’s National Anthem?
Radio Miraya reporter, James Okello sat down with the students of Bishop Akio memorial secondary school in Torit,  to find out how much these students know about the independence symbols, most importantly the National Anthem. Listen here.
7m Jul 09, 2018
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363: #SouthSudan@7: Torit Looks forward to a better Post Independence South Sudan
Since South Sudan gained its independence and the country has seen a wave of struggles and setbacks that have cast a dark cloud on the country’s hopes and dreams. In Torit, citizens hope that the seventh independence anniversary will be a turning point that will propel the country to better days. James Okello Reports.
5m Jul 09, 2018
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362: #SouthSudan@7: Exclusive Interview with Professor James Okuk
[...] “Whatever tough time we are going through, let’s not forget the day we declared our independence. Let’s remember it as the day of pride and honor against the oppression that has been conducted against the people of South Sudan for decades." - Professor James Okuk of Juba University. "So, it is a day of admiration to our martyrs who have gone before us, and it is a day of hope that when t...
6m Jul 09, 2018
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361: #SouthSusdan@7: "Independence is a reminder of a country worth finding Peace," says Veteran
An elder and veteran politician says this seventh Independence Day anniversary should serve as a reminder that South Sudan is a country that deserves nothing short of peace. 85-year-old Raphael Zamoi has held several political positions, including the commissioner of Yambio province is one of the prominent politicians in Western Equatoria region. Raphael Zamoi says he is disappointed by the p...
6m Jul 09, 2018
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358: #SouthSudan@7: Kids talk about Independence and Patriotism in South Sudan
Is there any other national holiday that is quite as exciting as the 9th of July? What comes to mind? What a great celebration most of us look forward to on July 9th! It's a great time to share with the children of #SouthSudan why we celebrate our Independence and what it means to be patriotic. On Kids express this Saturday, the pupils of New Apostolic Church Primary school on KidXpress talk ...
47m Jul 07, 2018
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357: Independence Day special: The Women of Gogrial echo hope
At the stroke of the midday hour, on July 9th 2011, when every citizen was glued to the radio listening to President Salva Kiir make his Independence speech, many citizens began their own journeys with a new-born nation, their lives running parallel to the independence dreams. Elizabeth Awal Akok, the Chairperson of Women association in Gogrial state, has been witness to the country’s every bi...
7m Jul 06, 2018
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356: UNFPA steps up efforts to support SGBV victims in South Sudan
The United Nations Population Fund – UNFPA, is pushing for more efforts designed to help victims of Sexual and gender-based violence in South Sudan. In an exclusive interview with Radio Miraya, UNFPA Executive Director, Natalia Kanem said Women should get everything they need in one place. Natalia Kame spoke with Susan Dokolo in an exclusive interview stressing that cultures that perpetrate S...
8m Jul 06, 2018
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355: Political parties reject new Bridging Proposal presented by Sudanese mediators
The Sudanese Mediation Team has presented a revised Bridging Proposal to parties meeting in Khartoum. Political parties of the Opposition Alliance have described the proposed deal as ‘unbalanced.’ Parties say the latest proposal largely maintains original clauses of a previous proposed deals regarding the Presidency and the structure of the revitalized transitional government, including three ...
9m Jul 05, 2018
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354: Resolutions of post-migration conference in Maban explained
A post-migration conference between pastoralists and farmers concluded in Maban with a resolution to define migration routes to mitigate conflicts during the migration period. The two-day conference that concluded last week explored ways of mitigating conflict and ensuring sustainable use of the already limited natural resources during the migration season. The forum was organized by the Unit...
4m Jul 04, 2018
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353: FAO Supported Post Migration Conference Opens in Maban, Greater Upper Nile Region
A post-migration conference between pastoralists and agro-pastoralists opened in Maban last week. The two-day conference organized by the United Nations Food and agriculture Agency, - FAO with support from the European Union was designed to promote peaceful co-existence between nomadic cattle keepers, host communities and refugees. FAO Technical Officer in charge of Food Security Analysis, Ja...
7m Jul 04, 2018
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352: "Say not to violence, we are here to add our voice to your voice" - AU Special Envoy, Bineta Diop assures Women of South Sudan
[...] "We are victims but we don’t want to be victims, we are survivors, all of us in Africa are survivors, survivors and we are going to fight to bring peace to #SouthSudan together." AU Special Envoy, Bineta Diop assured the women that her office and the international community are working hard to support efforts to bring an end to the conflict. Ms. Diop made an impassioned call to the wome...
2m Jul 04, 2018
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351: "We will not give up on looking for Peace in South Sudan," says UN Deputy Secretary General
[...] "we will not give up on looking for peace in South Sudan, sow the seed of respect for a woman in the heart of your son." The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations is encouraging the women of South Sudan not to lose hope, as they continue to face trauma and tragedies of war. While meeting with women at the UN Protection of Civilian site in Wau yesterday, Amina Mohammed said the ...
5m Jul 04, 2018
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350: Analyst dismisses SSP appreciation against the dollar as 'speculative trading'
An analyst says the gains the South Sudanese pound is making against the US dollar are a temporary market reaction to positive political events coming out of the peace talks in Khartoum. Augustino Ting Mayai, Director of Research at the Sudd Institute says the strengthening from 300 pounds last week to 220 pounds against the dollar, is not being driven by any tangible economic force. Ting May...
5m Jul 04, 2018
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349: Security to be determinant factor for aid flow in Leer, says ICRC
The International Committee of the Red Cross, #ICRC is planning a distribution exercise targeting some 48,000 people in dire need of humanitarian assistance in Leer. Last week the ICRC was granted access to deliver a consignment of aid to more than 8,000 displaced families in Leer after weeks of fighting. The delivery was the first time the ICRC has been able to provide relief in the area sin...
4m Jul 03, 2018
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348: New Fish Storage Facility Launched in Greater Jonglei
A new facility to improve fish processing and storage is expected to boost the fisheries sector and ultimately improve the livelihoods of the people of Bor and Greater Jonglei. The facility was commissioned last week to benefit both Fangak Nuer and Jonglei Dinka communities. It consists of a fish storage building, commercial ice machine, solar system, water filtration system, generator, cooli...
7m Jul 03, 2018
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347: Major resolutions reached at Maban Post-Migration conference
A post-migration conference between pastoralists and farmers concluded in Maban with a resolution to define migration routes to mitigate conflicts during the migration period. The two-day conference that concluded last week explored ways of mitigating conflict and ensuring sustainable use of the already limited natural resources during the migration season. The Coordinator of the Relief Rehab...
4m Jul 03, 2018
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346: "Girls must be students not brides” - UNFPA Global ambassador
The U.N. Population Fund global ambassador, Ms Ashley Judd, has  stressed the need for increased involvement of men in solving the  problem of gender-based violence. Speaking at the end of his three days tour of South Sudan, Ashley Judd  said men need to come up and tell other men that gender-based violence is wrong, it isn’t our tradition, and this is a violation of human rights and their dig...
4m Jul 03, 2018
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345: South Sudan Peace spoilers must be punished, says Analyst
A professor at the University of Juba says violators of the ceasefire agreement should be identified and punished.  Dr. James Ukuk Professor of Political Science at University of Juba says holding spoilers accountable would build confidence in the country’s leadership and push the peace process forward.  Speaking on the Radio Miraya Democracy in Action program this morning, Ukuk said the lead...
38m Jul 02, 2018
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344: South Sudan at Seven - Youths share Independence day memories
We go back down memory lane to reflect on the country’s independence and why for many,  it remains such a historic and memorable moment. Philip Wani spoke with some youths in Juba city and asked them to share their Independence Day memories. Listen here
8m Jul 02, 2018
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343: SRSG David Shearer addressed News Conference in Juba following attack on Peacekeeper
[…] "We want to make sure that the killers of Lt Commander Sidiqui are found and that secondly it serves as a reminder to others who want to do the same kind of thing there is no such of thing as impunity when it comes to attacking the UN.” Addressing a press briefing in Juba this morning, Special Representative and head of UNMISS, David Shearer said the UN would consider further action on the...
19m Jun 29, 2018
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342: SPLA commanders recommit to a total halt in use of child soldiers
Senior army commanders are warning of tough action against officers who recruit children into armed ranks. This came out of a two-day training workshop organised by the UN Mission in South Sudan in collaboration with the SPLA child protection unit, to remind the senior officers on the six grave violations against children. The workshop was attended by 50 senior SPLA officers from the General ...
5m Jun 29, 2018
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340: Persistent attacks trigger fear and panic in Makpandu Refugee camp
Persistent attacks on Makpandu refugee camp in Yambio, Gbudue State has parked off fear among the refugees, forcing some to return to their homes. Two separate attacks this month alone, saw many refugees losing their property to the armed gangs. Makpandu refugees’ camp hosts approximately four thousand refugees from DR Congo with a small number from Central African Republic, Ethiopia and Suda...
5m Jun 29, 2018
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341: Deployment of all Female contingent will contribute to elimination of SGBV – Commander
Rwanda has deployed an all-female Formed Police Unit in South Sudan under the UN mission in the country. The contingent led by Assistant Commissioner of Police, Teddy Ruyenzi is the first of its kind and was pledged by President Paul Kagame during the 2015 UN Leaders’ Summit on Peacekeeping Operations. The contingent arrived in the country on Wednesday. Assistant Commissioner of Police Teddy...
3m Jun 29, 2018
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326: Review, Reconsider and Rethink as you step out to Success
"We cannnot afford to fail the visionaries of South Sudan," says Taurayi in today's Miraya Morning motivation. Listen here
11m Jun 29, 2018
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339: GESS records an all time high school enrollment for girls
New figures set the enrolment of girls into schools in South Sudan at a record high of 1.7 million students, exceeding a 1.5 million record set last year. The progress is attributed to combined efforts by the National Ministry of Education and its partners. One such partner is the Girls Education South Sudan - GESS, an initiative of the Ministry of General Education and Instruction and funded ...
9m Jun 28, 2018
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338: Civil Society reaction to Khartoum Declaration
A civil society activist says ‘political will’ and ‘flow of information’ are key actions needed to realize the success of the permanent ceasefire that was signed by the parties to the agreement in Khartoum yesterday. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation welcomes the signing of the ‘Khartoum Declaration. He told Irene Lasu that it’s up to the...
4m Jun 28, 2018
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337: Sudan praises Khartoum Declaration signed by President Kiir and Dr. Machar as an ‘achievement for the region’
The Sudan government says the permanent ceasefire agreement signed by the parties is an achievement for South Sudan and the regional as a whole. The ceasfire is part of a five-point accord known as the ‘Khartoum Declaration’ which commits the parties to implementing a permanent ceasefire within 72 hours and directs the opening of crossings for humanitarian aid. It also speaks of the freeing o...
1m Jun 28, 2018
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336: What next for South Sudan after Rivals agree to Permanent Ceasefire?
The Agreement signed on Wednesday between President Salva Kiir, leader of the SPLM - IO and representatives of the former political detainees, political parties and organizations, provides a transitional unity government within four months which will govern the country for 36 months. So what hope does the agreement provide? Peter Mayen, is the leader of the People's Liberation Party - PLP. He...
6m Jun 28, 2018
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325: How Planting a good seed can change your life
Certain events in life can push us to the edge of hopelessness; losing a job, loss of a loved one, breaking up a bad relationship or even being robbed of a precious gem. But each new day opens a new page for new opportunities as long as a new seed is planted. Today you are motivated to plant well in order to reap well. Here is Taurayi with Miraya Morning Motivation.
7m Jun 28, 2018
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335: South Sudan Youths Mobilized to Communicate Peace messages
A Group of young men and women in Juba are being mobilised to acquire basic skills for Peace advocacy. The youths though Peace ambassador’s clubs are taught how to communicate peace messages through drawings and writing. This initiative is a brainchild of the Organization for Peoples Empowerment Center South Sudan, a civil society organisation, the International Peace Youth group and the Whit...
5m Jun 27, 2018
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334: President Salva Kiir and Riek Machar to sign 'breakthrough deal' this morning
President Salva Kiir and opposition leader Riek Machar are expected to sign a framework agreement today on certain outstanding issues. The two leaders reached agreements on ‘some points’ during a direct meeting in Khartoum yesterday. A copy of the framework agreement seen by Radio Miraya speaks of a permanent ceasefire, cantonment of all forces and the deployment of forces by IGAD and the Afr...
5m Jun 27, 2018
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333: UNMISS Bans single use Polythene Bags on its camps
Concerned about its waste problem, The United Nations Mission in the country has introduced a ban on disposable plastic in it’s camps across the country. UNMISS staffs are being discouraged from using plastic bags and all shops, foodstores, markets are prohibited from providing plastic bags to UNMISS staff. Emilia Mmbando Raila, UNMISS Environment Engineer and Peter James BRADBURY, Welfare of...
10m Jun 27, 2018
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332: SRSG Confirms UN Peacekeeper Killed in attack along Yei – Lasu Road
A peacekeeper from Bangladesh serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan was killed on Tuesday, after unidentified gunmen ambushed a humanitarian convoy along the Yei – Lasu road. The Special Representative of the Secretary General, who is also head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan has described the attack as a tragedy. He explains the circumstances under which the pea...
1m Jun 27, 2018
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324: How to live a positive filled life
“When we are less concerned about winning than we are about helping others, we can truly begin to reflect what life requires from each one of us …” Today you are motivated to risk your own win in order to let the other win. Here is Taurayi with Miraya Morning Motivation.
10m Jun 27, 2018
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331: Hold the child launches campaign to educate former child soldiers
A campaign is being flagged off in Juba, aimed to provide basic skills and an education to 30 former child soldiers. The campaign is spearheaded by Hold the Child, a not for profit organization that works alongside vulnerable children in disaster affected and underdeveloped communities. Executive director of Hold the Child, ALEX Kiwesi says the children are being given skills to help them wit...
6m Jun 26, 2018
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330: South Sudan to take part in 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo Japan
South Sudan celebrated the flag-hoisting ceremony of the Olympic flag at the Nimratalata field in Juba over the weekend, symbolizing South Sudan’s entry into the Olympic family. South Sudan became the 206th member of the International Olympic Committee in August 2015 and the country’s athletes will take part in the 2020 Olympic games due in Japan. Dr.Tong Chor Malek, Secretary General South S...
17m Jun 26, 2018
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329: UN sanctions committee says sanctions are an opportunity for improvements
The Chairperson of Sanction Committee for South Sudan at the United Nations Security Council says the UN is committed to accompanying the country’s people and its leaders towards reform, adding that targeted sanctions should be seen as a means of improvement.  Joanna Wronecka who is also the Permanent Representative of Poland to the UN made the comments as she concluded a recent visit to South...
9m Jun 26, 2018
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328: Peter Mayen Leader of the PLP party analyses Talks in Khartoum
IGAD mediators will today brief the parties on the next step following a face-to-face meeting between President Salva Kiir and SPLM-IO leader Riek Machar.  The two principals met in Khartoum yesterday in a second round of direct talks after a meeting last week in Ethiopia ended without a political agreement. Reliable sources say there was no sign of any real concessions by either side. Peter...
7m Jun 26, 2018
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327: Civil Society Optimistic that Khartoum Talks will push Peace process forward
Civil Society is optimistic that face-to-face talks between President Salva Kiir and SPLM-IO leader Riek Machar will push the peace process forward. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation says the talks are a positive step and cautions that the parties should stick to the outstanding issues and not get bogged down by interests of the IGAD regio...
6m Jun 26, 2018
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323: Nearly 20 - Thousand Displaced from Nagero county
Nearly twenty thousand people have been displaced from their homes following renewed clashes in Nagero county of Tambura state. The IDPs, mostly women, children and the elderly, are camped in open spaces without food, water or medicine. Tambura State information minister, Anikumbo Mathew Aime is appealing to the United Nations and other Non-Governmental Organisations to step in with humanitar...
6m Jun 25, 2018
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