197: Governors Bodyguards in Western Lakes Arrested for assaulting a Chinese National
Nine bodyguards of the Western Lakes state Governor, have been arrested for allegedly assaulting a Chinese national. Eyewitness accounts indicate that the Chinese national was pulled out of the car and beaten, after he allegedly failed to give way to the governor’s convoy. However, the Minister of Information and Communication, Shadrack Bol Machok, has disputed this version of the story. He e...
6m Mar 09, 2018
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196: #WomenFest - Eli Samuel Abujohn Kabash Wife of Late Governor of Gbudue
In our continued series of the the women fest. Celebrating South Sudan’s inspirational women, Our correspondent in Yambio caught up with Eli Samuel Abujohn Kabash, wife of the late Governor of Greater Equatoria. She is the female face of the impact of the 21 – years of the SPLA struggle in Sudan. Eli Samuel Abujohn Kabash, was one of the women that stayed behind as the men and sons went to th...
5m Mar 09, 2018
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195: Top diplomats say Women’s voices must be heard at the highest levels
Top diplomats in South Sudan said Women’s voices need to be heard at the highest levels in peacemaking, including at the High-Level Revitalization Forum. The Heads of Mission of Canada, Denmark, France, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America acknowledged the tireless work among women’s groups in South Sudan to press for progress and provide services fo...
5m Mar 09, 2018
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192: Discussion with Netherlands Ambassador Geert Geut and Rtd Bishop Emeritus Paride Taban on the Four Freedoms Award
Nationwide with Gabriel Shaddar is #Netherlands Ambassador Geert Geut  and Rtd Bishop Emeritus Paride Taban of the #Catholic Diocese of Torit #SouthSudan discuss the "Four Freedom award." This award goes to Bishop Taban Paride on May 16th 2018. Find out what role the Netherlands has to pay in this award and how the Bishop feels about his latest award. Listen here
46m Mar 08, 2018
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194: International Women’s day evokes cries for Peace in South Sudan
Hundreds of women have turned up to celebrate International women’s day at the Nyakuroni cultural center in Juba. This year’s celebrations come amid concerns of growing threats to women opposed by the unending conflict. Reflecting on the theme for the day, Press for progress, Zainabu Yasin, said the conflict has shattered the hopes for progress because the conflict has flushed out many women ...
4m Mar 08, 2018
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193: IOM Boosts water supplies to areas that have little access to Rivers
The International Organisation for Migration has launched a project making clean water more accessible to communities of Kapoeta State. The project includes fixing of boreholes and extending water and sanitation services to areas that were heavily affected by the cholera outbreak in 2017. It also involves training women to use water-testing kits to ensure consumption of safe and clean water a...
7m Mar 08, 2018
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189: Child marriage in 20 countries impeding the right to education - UNESCO
Only 44 perecent of countries have made full legal commitments through international treaties to the cause of gender parity in education. This according to this year’s Gender Review, published by UNESCO’s Global Education Monitoring Report being published today. UNESCO surveyed 189 States to assess whether they ensured that girls and women fully benefit from the right to education. Hai Tiet,...
6m Mar 08, 2018
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191: #Womenfest Inspirational Woman - Mama Rachel Mayik
In celebration of International Women’s Day and the Women’s month, Miraya Breakfast show has been speaking to some of the country’s most inspiring women to tell their stories. As you may agree, Gender inequality is still very much alive today and the conflict in the country has exposed many women to abuse and compromising their rights. Our Upper Nile correspondent, Luka Athiel, caught up with...
5m Mar 08, 2018
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190: #Womenfest - Interview with Major Divya Ajith Kumar, staff officer of the INDIAN ARMY
Staying wuth the theme and mood of the day. We are speaking to the women and listening to the stories whose work help shapes and leave an indelible mark on lives and communities. One such woman is Major Divya Ajith Kumar, staff officer of the INDIAN ARMY serving with the UN Mission in South Sudan. Listen to her story.
5m Mar 08, 2018
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188: Local NGO lobbies Parliament for national SGBV policy
As we prepare to observe International Women’s Day tomorrow, Smile Again Africa Development Organization – SAADO, is pushing for a national policy to combat sexual and gender-based violence. Representatives from the local Non-Governmental Organisation met with Members of the Parliament this week to discuss improving systems and mechanisms for victims to get support and seek justice. Stephen O...
10m Mar 07, 2018
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187: #womenfest Inspirational Woman: Professor Julia Aker Duany
Dr. Julia Aker Duany, is passionate about peace-building. She is a scholar, She is an activist, a campaigner, a policy maker, and an educationist. She is a wife, a mother, and a friend. In celebration of International Women's Day, Miraya Breakfast Show approached some of the country’s most inspiring women to tell their stories. Reflecting on her own surprising journey from a small village in ...
24m Mar 07, 2018
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185: UNMISS Peacekeepers Presence in Jalle boosts students and Teacher confidence
The presence of UNMISS peacekeepers at Jalle One primary school in Bor, has boosted student confidence that they are safe. The UN mission increased Peacekeepers presence in Jalle after two students were killed and others abducted by armed criminals two years ago. Anyieth Deng Abraham, the Head Teacher Jalle one primary school spoke with Miraya Regional Correspondent David Majur Awuou in Bor.
4m Mar 06, 2018
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184: More than 300 Child soldiers to be released in Gbudwe state next week
More than 300 child soldiers will be released in Gbudue state sometime next week. The impending release of the child soldiers was announced on Monday by the National Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Commission. The commission says depending on the availability of finances and resources, the three hundred and eight nine (389) boys and girls will be released in three phases startin...
5m Mar 06, 2018
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186: Wildlife Conservation Society takes steps to conserve Big Cats in South Sudan
The Wildlife Conservation Society is urging communities inhabiting areas surrounding parks and natural animal habitats to conserve and protect big cats and other wildlife species.  The society is strengthening law enforcement to protect these animals including lions, tigers and leopards to ensure they live in harmony with local communities. Paul Peter Awol, the anti-trafficking and law enforc...
8m Mar 06, 2018
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183: Unexploded Ordnance Kills Five children in Imotong State
Five children are confirmed dead in the Adis-Ababa residential area of Torit town Imotong state, after they were hit by unexploded ordinance while playing. Latest updates show that three of the children died on the spot, while the two others succumbed to their injuries at the hospital. It all started with a slightly object that attracted the eyes of the children and all hell broke loose as th...
4m Mar 06, 2018
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182: #Womenfest - Mother Beats Odd to support and educate her children
This year’s International Womens Day comes amid rising concerns about Sexual harassment, violence and discrimination against women. But many women out there are determined to change these negative narratives. So, In celebration of the resilient women of South Sudan, Sworo Charles Elisha caught up with one woman who preferred to be called Mama Magareth. Her story of abandonment by her husband...
5m Mar 06, 2018
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181: #Womenfest: Young Women less likely to find jobs in South Sudan because of gender stereotypes
The International theme for Women’s day this year is Time is Now: Rural and urban activists transforming women’s lives” and in pressing for progress, Radio Miraya reporters across the country have met  women, who shared their stories around the challenges of finding jobs and changing careers. Listening to their stories highlights a few common challenges faced by the women searching for jobs na...
4m Mar 05, 2018
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180: Ministry of Education and UNHCR step up education support for refugee children
The Ministry of general education and instruction of South Sudan in partnership with the UN refugee agency – UNHCR, have launched a new data collection and analysis tool, aimed to help improve monitoring and planning of education programs for refugee children living in South Sudan. The new tool is called Refugees Education Information Management System - REMIS. UN statistics show that refugee...
7m Mar 05, 2018
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179: UNMISS supports Women's empowerment workshop to promote CoH agreement
Women intellectuals and vulnerable groups gather in Juba next week for a special workshop on the cessation of hostilities and peace agreements. The two-day forum is being organized by the community outreach unit of the UN Mission’s Public Information Office along with the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, Wipe my Tears foundation and CTSAMM Ceasefire Monitors. The workshop is design...
12m Mar 02, 2018
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178: Black Panther Screening comes to Juba this Saturday
The screening of the blockbuster film "Black Panther” takes place in Juba this Saturday at Logali House. The Screening is being provided by Crystal Enterprises Limited. Joining us this morning to tell us more about this screening was Sara Balaus and Becky Dhol from Crystal events. Listen here to find out more about the event & ticket information.
6m Mar 02, 2018
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177: "Use Social Media Responsibly" -German Ambassador to South Sudanese
"Use the social media responsibly,"that was a stark advice the German Ambassador to South Sudan, Jan Hendrik van Thiel, made at the premier of "Defy”, a South Sudanese film about damaging use of social media in order to incite panic, hatred, and destruction. The film was produced by Defy Hate Now with help from the German Embassy and many people of South Sudan. Here is the German Ambassador t...
4m Mar 02, 2018
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176: Global campaign to raise profile of nurses - James Campbell
A new campaign is hoping to strengthen nursing coordination at national level worldwide. The ‘Nursing Now campaign’ is designed to recognize and promote nursing as being at the heart of efforts by countries around the world to provide healthcare for all, influencing policymakers and supporting nurses themselves to “lead, learn and build a global movement”. The 3 -year global initiative launch...
10m Mar 02, 2018
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175: Discrimination a major obstacle to the treatment of HIV and AIDS in South Sudan
The South Sudan HIV / AIDS commission says discrimination is a major obstacle to the treatment of HIV and AIDS. The Commission's Chairperson,  Dr Esterina Novello, says a stigma index conducted two years ago indicates high levels of discrimination against HIV patients. In light of the Zero Discrimination day observed annually on March 01st, Dr. Esterina spoke to Miraya Breakfast show saying m...
10m Mar 01, 2018
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174: OXFAM takes closer look at the story behind the hunger in South Sudan
British charity OXFAM is set to release a paper in line with the food situation in South Sudan. The paper complements the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification – or IPC report that was released early this week warning of worsening food security levels in the coming months. The OXFAM paper looks at the implication of hunger on water sanitation, hygiene as well as how gender inequality ...
11m Feb 28, 2018
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173: Hardware and Innovations Workshop opens in Juba
Junub Open Space, an open literacy resource and community innovation based space is organizing the first technology and hardware building and innovation workshop in Juba. To tell us more about this workshop is Jaiksana A. José, founder Juba open space hub and Bior Ajang, who has been part of the Askotec TOT training in Uganda.
8m Feb 28, 2018
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172: DFID Humanitarian response in South Sudan – Opportunities and challenges
The United Kingdom through the Department for International Development remains a major donor in support of South Sudan’s Humanitarian needs. Through the Department for International Development, DFID, the government of the United Kingdom supports the country through diplomacy, defense and development. DFID’s Head of Office in Juba, Becks Buckingham, together with Nicola Murray, Head of Human...
10m Feb 28, 2018
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171: UN Human Rights reports reveals new abuses in south Sudan
More than 40 senior military officials, including three state governors, have been implicated for gross human rights abuses, according to a new report released this morning. The latest report released by the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan, states that the implicated officials may bear individual responsibility for war crimes. Speaking to Radio Miraya reporter Sani Martin,  Yasmin S...
9m Feb 27, 2018
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170: New Film on the effects of the Social Media premiers in Juba this Thursday
DEFY – a short film highlighting the dangers of social media misuse will be launched this Thursday at Laogali house in Juba. The film is a brainchild of the Defy hate campaigners. Joining Miraya Breakfast show hosts; Irene Lasu and Sebit William to explain more about this film were Egily Hakim George, the Director/Film Maker and Nelson James Kwaje, Project Social Media Manager. Listen here
10m Feb 27, 2018
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168: Famine Remains a threat for Seven Million People in South Sudan
A new report released Monday, by the Government and the United Nations shows more than more than 7 million people in the country could become severely food insecure in the coming months without sustained humanitarian assistance and access. This figure represents almost two-thirds of the population. Sworo Charles sat with Isaiah Chol Aruai, Chairperson of the National Bureau of Statistics to s...
5m Feb 27, 2018
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169: Cattle Raiders go on Rampage in Kajo Keji
Authorities in Kajo Keji of Yei River state have expressed concern about continuous reports of cattle raids in the area. The latest incident in the area took place during the weekend on Saturday. Commissioner of Kajo Keji Luka Yombek David said that over 800 cattle were stolen from the period of 11- 24th February. He spoke to Radio Miraya’s reporter Susan Dokolo.
4m Feb 27, 2018
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169: UN Agencies call for sustained support to prevent hunger
Three UN agencies have called for sustained assistance to stem hunger in thye country. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - FAO, the United Nations Children's Fund - UNICEF and the World Food Programme - WFP warn that progress made to prevent people from dying of hunger could be undone. The UN agencies add that more people than ever could be pushed into severe hunger a...
4m Feb 27, 2018
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166: JMEC Postpones Monthly Plenary pending consultations with IGAD
The Joint monitoring and Evaluation Commission -JMEC Plenary meeting has been postponed, pending consultations with the Chairperson of Intergovernmental Authority on Development -IGAD. JMEC is expected to seek guidance on the composition of the plenary, in line with the principles of inclusivity and fairness. Earlier, Irene Lasu, spoke with Richard BAILEY, JMEC spokesperson to find out why th...
5m Feb 27, 2018
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167: UN needs $130 Million dollars to avert Hunger in South Sudan
Facing pressure from the rising number of people at the risk of hunger, the UN humanitarian coordinator, said more funding is needed to help the agencies preposition vital supplies for people in need. The UN Humanitarian Coordinator, Alain Noudehou, told Sworo Charles Elisha, that humanitarian organizations need at least one hundred and thirty million dollars to reach more people before the ra...
4m Feb 27, 2018
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165: South Sudan Civil Society Forum describe Economic boom claims as a mockery of the citizens
The South Sudan Civil Society Forum has fired back at the comments made by Amb. Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth, the country’s Minister of Petroleum saying the “economy is booming”. The Minister said this in an interview with the British Broadcasting Corporation last Friday. The statement has attracted criticism from the civil society, who described it as a direct mockery of citizens who are facing depl...
7m Feb 26, 2018
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164: UNMISS Recalls Police officers from wau on allegations of sexual abuse
UNMISS has recalled members of the Ghanaian formed police unit from Wau to Juba, following a complaint about their alleged involvement in sexual exploitation. The swift decision was according to the mission leadership taken to protect potential victims and witnesses. The mission received a complaint that members were engaging in sexual activity with women at the Protection of Civilians site i...
3m Feb 26, 2018
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163: UNV top officials applaud work of UN volunteers in South Sudan
The Deputy Executive Coordinator of the United Nations Volunteers, Toily Kurbanov, has concluded a two-day official visit to South Sudan. Njoya Tikum, the Regional Manager for East and Southern Africa at United Nations Volunteers, accompanied Toily Kurbanov for the trip, which was aimed to give the two officials assess the operations of the UN volunteers serving in the UN mission, agencies, fu...
10m Feb 23, 2018
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161: UNMISS allocates $1million US dollars for Quick impact projects in South Sudan
The United Nations Mission in the country is implementing twenty (20) quick Impact Projects in four priority areas including supporting the host communities around the mission, strengthening the rule of law, and promoting peaceful co-existence. Quick impact projects are small-scale, low cost projects, funded by UN missions’ that are planned and implemented within a short timeframe. Speaking t...
10m Feb 23, 2018
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162: Discussion: Micheal Morrow, US Charge D’Affaires at the US Embassy in Juba, South Sudan
The Troika as a major actor in the peace process issued a statement last week underscoring the critical importance of the parties creating a conducive environment for peacemaking. The Troika countries – USA, Norway and the United Kingdom stressed that fighting while talking is unacceptable and cannot be tolerated. Micheal Morrow, is the US US Charge D’Affaires  at the U.S. Embassy in Juba, So...
17m Feb 23, 2018
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160: UNMISS Human Rights Chief explains Freedom of expression Report and Recommendations
A new report says genuine reconciliation and lasting peace will only be achieved in South Sudan if people are free and safe to express their opinions regardless of their ethnic or political affiliations. The report documents a series of actions that have curtailed freedom of expression in South Sudan, including the killing of two people, the arbitrary arrest and detention of 58 others. Also h...
8m Feb 22, 2018
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159: David Shearer Speaks to Press at Launch of Report on Freedom of Expression in South Sudan
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS, David Shearer, speaks to the local press at the launch of the Freedom of expression essential for peace in South Sudan – UN report. The report warns that undue restrictions on freedom of expression are having a “chilling effect” and “further shrinking the space for debate and dissent” in the conflict-affected country, whil...
5m Feb 22, 2018
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158: NATIONWIDE: South Sudan Young Leaders Organise Parallel dialogue with Youth
A group of young South Sudanese under their umbrella organisation, South Sudan Young Leaders Forum have taken an extra step to hold a parallel dialogue targeting mainly the young people of South Sudan. On Wednesday, Radio Miraya senior reporter, Gabriel Shaddar hosted Ronald Ruay Deng - former governor of Awiel State,  Deng Gai Gatluak,  Joyce Abaha and Peter Biar to talk about the youth dialo...
44m Feb 21, 2018
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157: UNMISS HIV Unit Intervenes with 500 Testing Kits in Maridi
In what is seen as a swift response, the HIV unit of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan has agreed to dispatch 500 rapid HIV test kits to Maridi. Dr. Michael Daniel Munywoki is the UNMISS HIV/AIDS policy adviser for the UN mission in the country. He told Sebit William that his office is stepping in with 500 HIV testing kits.
5m Feb 21, 2018
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156: UNICEF: South Sudan ranks 7th riskiest country for a baby to be born
South Sudan is one of the most dangerous country for a baby to be born in. This according to a new report released on Tuesday by the United Nations Children's Fund – UNICEF. According to the Report, one in every 27 babies dies in South Sudan. While South Sudan ranks 7th on the list of 10 riskiest countries for new born babies, topping the list is Pakistan followed by Central African Republic, ...
7m Feb 21, 2018
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155: WHO Issues new procedures for Cesarean Medical Intervention
The World Health Organization has issued guidelines emphasizing the reduction of “unnecessary” Cesarean sections on expectant mothers during childbirth. This comes amid growing concerns about a surge in cesarean interventions recorded in hospitals. Dr. Suzie Paul, WHO team leader for Reproductive Health for South Sudan says women should be given a little more time to experience natural birth ...
10m Feb 20, 2018
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154: Public Health Specialist provides Tips and Tricks to guard against Food poisoning
Ever wondered how you can get food poisoning, or what are the symptoms of food poisoning and how long the symptoms last? We asked Dr Kandyang Modi, a public Health specialist to explain what causes food poisoning, and which foods we should be particularly careful with. Listen here.
8m Feb 20, 2018
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153: Bor County Mayor Relieves circumstances leading to food poisoning
As the number of people taken ill for food poisoning in Bor rises,  It remains unclear as to what exactly triggered the massive food poisoning or who provided the meals consumed at the party? But what is clear for now, is that the party was held at the white Nile Building which belongs to the Bor Municipality Mayor. Mach Samuel caught up with the Mayor and asked him to explain what he knows a...
3m Feb 20, 2018
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152: WHO scales up response to Food poisoning in Bor
The United Nations Health Agency, WHO is rapidly scaling up its response to a Food poisoning in Bor Municipality, that has already claimed a life of one girl and left hundreds hospitalized. The World Health Organisation together with the National Ministry of Health has dispatched a team of health experts to Bor to trace people who came into contact and who may have become exposed to the illnes...
4m Feb 20, 2018
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151: Number of Bor County Food poisoning victims rises to 600
The number of people who fell ill after enjoying a food feast, has risen to six hundred (600). Radio Miraya understands that the people were enjoying the food to mark the inauguration of private apartments in Bor county of South Sudan, before they succumbed to food poisoning. Radio Miraya correspondent in Bor, Mach Samuel Adut, reports.
5m Feb 20, 2018
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150: Season 4 of Sawa Shaba Radio Drama series Goes on air this week
The fourth season of “Sawa Shabab“, a radio drama aimed at helping youth in South Sudan resolve conflicts peacefully, begins next week. In this season, the drama shows the power of South Sudanese youth to create change. The drama series follows the daily lives of different young South Sudanese as they face unique challenges while learning how to become peace builders in their communities. Ir...
5m Feb 19, 2018
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149: Discussion with South Sudan Civil Society Forum on Outcome of the Talks
Civil Society is embarking on an outreach program to inform the public on the outcome of the revitalization forum and consult on the next phase. Civil Society groups were strongly represented as stakeholders at the Addis Ababa talks under the South Sudan Civil Society Forum. Rajab Mohandis, Executive Director of the South Sudan Network for Democracy and Election – SSuNDE was in Addis and expl...
18m Feb 19, 2018
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