Hunger Drives residents out of Yeri village in Amadi
The latest wave of displaced persons in Mundri say food shortages Yeri forced them to risk everything to find better options. Hundreds of people arrived in Mundri on Friday, hungry and tired and visibly traumatized. Radio Miraya understands that People are desperate for basic food items like sorghum, maize and millet. The Speaker of Amadi State Legislative assembly, Margaret Fozia Emmanuel, ...
5m Jul 17, 2017
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Dozens killed, scores injured, 7000 head of cattle raided in attack on Jalle Payam
More than 30 people have been confirmed dead and scores injured in an attack on a cattle camp in Jalle Payam of Jonglei state. Radio Miraya correspondent, says the attack on Jalle Payam occurred on Saturday, resulting into deaths, injuries, destruction of homes and raiding of cattle. The correspondent says up to 31 people, including four women, four children and 9-suspected cattle raiders wer...
6m Jul 17, 2017
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Kids Express: South Sudan kids talk about the importance of skills on World Youth Skills day
July 15 is World Youth Skills Day, and the United Nations Radio in South Sudan - Radio Miraya is observing the day with a special discussion with the students of promised Land Secondary school in Juba on the topic: "What skills are needed to support youth employment in South Sudan?" These students agree that training and skills development is critical to achieving the 2030 Agenda. Listen to t...
1hr 2m Jul 15, 2017
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UNMISS Weekly Roundup with Daniel Dickinson
The United Nations is exploring the option of re-establishing a peacekeeping base in the conflict-ridden region of Yei. This is in response to a plea by Political leaders, religious and community groups urging the UN to provide protection for civilians who are unable to travel beyond the town itself because of ambushes and ongoing violence. The Special Representative of the Secretary-General ...
9m Jul 14, 2017
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JMEC chairperson Festus Mogae addresses the 18th Plenary meeting in Juba
The Chairperson of the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, Festus Mogae, has called upon the Transitional Government of National Unity to seize the opportunity of the IGAD Revitalization Forum to restore peace in South Sudan and the full implementation of the Peace Agreement. Festus Mogae made the call while opening the July JMEC Plenary meeting, in Juba. Listen to the full statement
20m Jul 13, 2017
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SRSG calls for withdrawal of SPLA and Opposition forces from Torit Orphanage
On Wednesday, the Special Representative of the Secretary General, David Shearer, addressed a press conference in Juba stressing that It is crucial that humanitarian agencies are able to access the most vulnerable people. David Shearer also expressed concern at the current situation in Torit, where government and opposition forces have taken up battle positions on either side of an orphanage j...
18m Jul 12, 2017
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Peace Partners meet to discuss revitalisation of Peace Agreement
A plenary meeting for partners in the peace process opens in Juba today. The meeting convened by the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission – JMEC will discuss latest developments regarding South Sudan’s political process and the implementation of the peace agreement. Richard Bailey, JMEC communications officer told Miraya Breakfast show that at todays meeting the peace partners will discus...
5m Jul 12, 2017
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President Salva Kiir delivers state of the Nation Address on 6th Independence Anniversary
South Sudan President Salva Kiir delivered Sunday his state of the nation address to mark the nation’s 6th Independence anniversary. Speaking to the press in Juba the president addressed several issues including security, the economy and the humanitarian situation. Listen to the full state of the Nation address
22m Jul 09, 2017
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Kids Express: Kids say Patriotism is an Ingredient for Peace and Stability
"Patriotism is a key ingredient to Peace, stability and Nation building in #SouthSudan," according to the children of Promised Land Secondary school in Juba. Ahead of the sixth Independence anniversary, the Students turned up at Radio Miraya to share their thoughts on what independence means. Listen to the lively discussion moderated by Morrison of Hold the Child organisation in South Sudan.
1hr 1m Jul 08, 2017
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NILEPET advises NGOs to import their own fuel
NGOs are being encouraged to import their own fuel to lessen pressure on existing stocks. The guidance comes from the Nile Petroleum Company – NILEPET, as Juba faces limited supply and extreme shortages of fuel. Yiey Pouch is the NILEPET Director for corporate affairs and public relations #SouthSudan. He spoke to Sebit William about this guidance and more on the fuel situation.
5m Jul 07, 2017
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#SouthSudan SRSG Independence Day Message
"It is my profound hope and wish for #SouthSudan that it will be able to move through this crisis." On the occasion of South Sudan's 6th independence anniversary on 09th July, the Special Representative of the Secretary General and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan - Mr David Shearer has a message of peace and hope for the people of South Sudan. Listen in.
2m Jul 07, 2017
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Ministry of Agriculture to set up National Food stores
The #SouthSudan Ministry of Agriculture has announced plans to set up national food stores to serve as back up in times of shortages. The stores or silos will be stocked with grain bought from farmers and external markets. The Undersecretary for food security in the ministry of agriculture John Kanisio says the stores will be set up once funding has been secured in the new fiscal year. More ...
3m Jul 06, 2017
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World Food Program scales up distributions in previously famine-affected areas
The World Food Program (WFP) has completed a cycle of distribution in areas previously affected by famine in Southern Unity. Food was delivered to benefit up to 52,000 people including 11,000 children under the age of five in Dablual, Mayendit, Thaker and Rubkuay all in Mayendit county of Unity State. The UN declared South Sudan free of famine last month, but warned that 45,000 people in form...
4m Jul 05, 2017
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‘Strange Disease’ at Juba prison is linked to malnutrition, says prison spokesperson
Reports of a strange disease affecting prisoners at Juba Central Prison have prompted the Ministry of Health to dispatch a medical team to take samples from the inmates. Prison authorities say the patients suffer paralysis in the lower limbs with swollen legs, faces and stomachs. There are also reports of diarrhea, respiratory infection and high blood pressure. The International Committee of...
5m Jul 05, 2017
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#SouthSudan recalls seven Ambassadors in 'routine transfer exercise'
The ministry of foreign affairs is recalling seven of its ambassadors to Juba. The directive affects heads of diplomatic missions in Sudan, Eritrea, Egypt, Uganda, the United Kingdom, Germany and India, in what the foreign ministry says is a ‘routine transfer exercise.’ Spokesperson in the Foreign Affairs ministry, Ambassador Mawien Makol Arik dismisses suggestions that the embassies will be ...
4m Jul 04, 2017
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Jonglei authorities say calls for dismissal of Equatorians from NGOs are ‘anti peace’ #SouthSudan
The Acting Governor of Jonglei says the state government is working to ensure the safety of all people. The assurances from Agot Alier Leek, who is also the deputy governor, follow the circulation of a letter purportedly from a group of youth from Bor demanding the removal of aid workers originally from Equatoria holding positions in non-governmental organisations. The letter gives a 72-hour ...
6m Jul 03, 2017
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Riak Machar’s rejection to meet with dialogue committee ‘is not a set back’ #SouthSudan
A delegation from the national dialogue steering committee that traveled to South Africa to meet with Riak Machar has returned to Juba without meeting with the opposition leader. The team led by co-chairman Angelo Beda, had gone to consult with Machar on the National dialogue process. Alfred Taban, spokesperson of the national dialogue steering committee says the opposition leader responded i...
2m Jul 03, 2017
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#SouthSudan government advises aid workers against 'insecure' areas
The government ‘is not restricting access’ to humanitarian organizations, presidential spokesperson Ateny Wek Ateny has said. This comes after the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), an umbrella organization for local and international Non-Governmental Organizations operating in Uganda reported repeated restrictions by government security agents, especi...
4m Jun 30, 2017
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#SouthSudan must adopt ‘smart agricultural practices’ to mitigate climate change effects
Often considered a Western phenomenon, climate change is at our doorsteps and already having a negative impact on our lifestyle and practices. Prolonged rainy seasons and extremely hot dry seasons are only some of the effects being felt. The Deputy Minister of finance says the country must adapt its agricultural to changes brought on by climate change to build food secure and resilient commun...
5m Jun 30, 2017
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School feeding program boosts perfomance in Juba schools
Up to 2,000 children in Juba are benefiting from a school feeding programme implemented by Malteser International, a non-governmental organization focused on emergency relief. The organization’s #SouthSudan country coordinator, Dipankar Datta says they are currently implementing the program in three schools in the Lologo residential area, with plans to expand to Wau - targeting children at the...
6m Jun 30, 2017
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Belgium implores UNMISS to push for accountability in South Sudan
The government of Belgium say the cycle of impunity in South Sudan should not be allowed to thrive. The Belgian Ambassador to Uganda and South-Sudan, Hugo VERBIST, told Radio Miraya on Wednesday that the UN mission in South Sudan could play a critical role in curtailing impunity by reporting human rights abuses to pave way for proper accountability. In this interview, Ambassador Hugo tells Ir...
5m Jun 29, 2017
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National dialogue teams heads to South Africa for consultation with opposition leaders
A delegation leaves for South Africa in the next two days to consult with SPLM-IO leader Riek Machar on the national dialogue. The team is one of 15 sub-committees formed by the dialogue steering committee to consult broadly for an inclusive dialogue process. A separate team will also be leaving for Khartoum and Ethiopia to meet with Lam Akol and other opposition leaders. Alfred Taban, spoke...
5m Jun 29, 2017
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Sanitary Towels attracting South Sudan girls into School
Crown the Woman, a local Non Government Organisation in South Sudan is is attracting girls back to school with an initiative aimed at helping girls cope with the changes in their bodies. The organisation supplies the towels in selected schools in Juba and provides menstrual hygiene education to the girls. Naome Aluel, Finance administrator at Crown the woman and Riya Williams, Director Crown ...
11m Jun 27, 2017
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The Amazing Women making ideas happen in South Sudan
Crown the Woman, a local organisation in South Sudan, is profiling South Sudanese women who have made a contribution to the country, with an aim of presenting them as role models for young South Sudanese girls. Some of the women who have been honored include Rebecca Nyadeng, civil society activist Lorna Marekeje, women’s activist Paleki Mathews. The Director of Crown the Woman organisation, R...
8m Jun 27, 2017
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Arua overwhelmed by South Sudanese Refugees, says LC 5 chairman
The Local Council chairperson of Arua district in Northern Uganda says the refugee influx into his district, has put a big strain on the host communities and their resources. "Arua alone has a population of 790 -thousand, but now we have an additional of two hundred and eighty thousand refugees," Sam Wadri Nyakua elaborated. "They go our health centers which were originally planned for the na...
3m Jun 23, 2017
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Peace in South Sudan "is a must" says UN Secretary General
Peace in South Sudan is “a must”, for these people to be able to have a future, the UN secretary General Mr. Antonio Guterres has said. Secretary-General António Guterres was speaking to journalists in Arua Uganda, shortly after he visited Imvempi Refugee camp on Thursday, which is currently hosting more than 100 thousand South Sudanese refugees He made a direct appeal to the donor community ...
2m Jun 22, 2017
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Radio Miraya’s Sani visits Imvempi Refugee Camp in Uganda
“Most of the Refugees in Imvempi are young people, most of them not older than 18-years. Some officials told me that the young refugees feel safe here and their only hope is that the visit of the secretary general will bring a whole big relief to the challenges they face.” – Radio Miraya Reporter Sani Martin at Imvempi Refugee camp in Yumbe. Sani is in Imvempi Refugee Camp in Uganda’s Arua dis...
8m Jun 22, 2017
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SRSG: "Quick, Proactive Response" by peacekeepers to be replicated in other emergencies
The head of the UN Mission in South Sudan, David Shearer, has praised the “quick and pro-active” response by the peacekeepers in support of humanitarian workers dealing with Emergencies. David Shearer, the Head of the UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan, UNMISS, was speaking in Aburoc in the Upper Nile region where up to 25,000 people had taken refuge from conflict. UNMISS helicoptered in ...
3m Jun 22, 2017
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UNMISS chief visits Bunj to assess peacekeeping response
The Head of the UN Mission in South Sudan David Shearer has visited Bunj in Northern Upper Nile to assess the role of UNMISS peacekeepers on the ground. Some 150 UN Peacekeepers, mainly from Rwanda are stationed in Bunj, conducting patrols as part of their mandate to protect civilians. Bunj has a population of 140,000 refugees from Sudan and a host community of 20,000. Mr. Shearer acknowledg...
2m Jun 21, 2017
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Summit raises hopes for South Sudan's Urban Refugees in Kampala
Refugees living in Uganda's Urban centers hope the Uganda Solidarity Summit on Refugees will go a long way to alleviate their plight.Uganda is also home to close to more than one million and asylum seekers originating from South Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, Burundi, Somalia, Gambia, Benin, Ethiopia, and Eritrea.While majority of the refugees opt to live in the refugee sett...
5m Jun 21, 2017
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Disappearance of 3 Women in Yei Probed
Authorities in Yei River State are investigating the disappearance of three women. The women reportedly went missing when they went to their gardens early this week. Yei has in recent months witnessed a wave of killings, disappearances and sexual violence against women and girls. Last week Radio Miraya reported that the bodies of nine civilians were found buried in the outskirts of the town. ...
9m Jun 21, 2017
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IGAD calls on government and opposition leaders to demonstrate 'true spirit of peace'
The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has called on the country’s leaders and the armed opposition to demonstrate the true spirit of peace. Speaking to Radio Miraya Ambassador Mahboub Maalim said no amount of continued fighting and violence could end the political crisis in the country. Ambassador Mahboub says the hard fought war for independence sho...
8m Jun 20, 2017
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Uganda Seeks to Raise $2billion dollars at Solidarity Summit for Refugees
The U.N. Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, and other high-ranking international officials and donors arrive in Kampala this week for a two - day Refugee Solidarity Conference. The conference in Kampala this Thursday and Friday seeks to raise $2 billion dollars to support refugees being hosted by Uganda over the next four years. About one million people who have fled the conflict in South S...
5m Jun 20, 2017
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UN High Commissioner for refugees visits Juba IDP site - has strong message for country's leaders
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees says peace must be restored to give displaced persons confidence to return to their homes. Filippo Grandi made the call during a visit to the UN Protection of Civilians 3 camp outside the UN House in Juba, which hosts some 38,000 IDPs. High Commissioner Grandi said the consistent message he received from the IDPs was that they would not return...
6m Jun 19, 2017
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Kids Express: South Sudan Kids speak about Day of the African Child
Today's edition of Kids Express features kids from the Children out of Conflict center in Juba South Sudan. Listen in and hear their perspective of the Day of the African child.
58m Jun 17, 2017
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South Sudan Teenager speaks with the SRSG on Day of the African child
The children of South Sudan have made their voices heard, demanding for respect of their rights. Radio Miraya today dedicated the day to hearing from the children themselves. Ayat Dominic Martin, a senior three student at Lighthouse secondary school spoke with the Head of the UN Mission and UN Special-Representative, Mr. David Shearer and explained the plight of the children of South Sudan. ...
24m Jun 16, 2017
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Day of the African Child – Children encouraged to make their voices heard
Children in South Sudan are being encouraged to stand up and demand their rights. Kimmie Weeks a youth activist and survivor of the civil war in Liberia says the rights of children should always be put first. Mahad Ibrahim a student at Comboni secondary School in Juba and Ramadahan Bullen, a student at St Thomas Nursery and Primary school spoke to Child Rights activist, Kimmie Weeks, to find ...
18m Jun 16, 2017
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UNMISS Weekly Roundup With Daniel Dickinson
Here is Daniel Dickinson, Spokesperson of the UN mission in South Sudan with a wrap-up of the weekly highlights.
6m Jun 16, 2017
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CDC to host dialogue on combating Hate Speech among Refugees in Uganda
The Community Development Centre, a community-based organization focused on building strong and resilient societies is organizing a roundtable discussion on combating hate speech among refugees in Uganda. Scheduled for tomorrow (Thursday), the conversation will tackle the impact of hate speech, its contribution to the crisis and how best it can be countered. The forum will take place in Uganda...
5m Jun 14, 2017
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Enough Project Policy Expert Implores IGAD to rethink the stagnant Peace process in S Sudan
‘Enough Project,’ an advocacy group on ending conflict, said on Monday that regional leaders meeting in Addis Ababa for the IGAD extra ordinary summit on South Sudan should Rethink Stagnant Peace Process, and End the Devastating War. Brian Adeba, is the Associate Director of Policy at the Enough Project. He spoke with Sebit William on Miraya Breakfast show saying the worsening humanitarian con...
6m Jun 13, 2017
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Anataban Youth Group expands Bloodshedfree Campaign to Yei
The Ana Taban youth advocacy group is embarking on a campaign to rally the support of the people of Yei for a blood-shed-free 2017. Yei has been the scene of conflict in recent months, sending thousands of refugees pouring into neighbouring Uganda. Speaking to Radio Miraya from Yei town, Manash Mathiang a member of the group said they are reaching out to the people at the grassroots to discuss...
5m Jun 13, 2017
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South Sudanese lawyers encouraged to compete for the Innovative for Justice Challenge
The executive director Screen of Rights, Reech Malual, is encouraging South Sudanese working in the areas of rule of law to participate in the 2017, Innovative for justice challenge. Participants in this challenge stand a chance to win up to 20,000 EUROS in equity-free grant money. The challenge, part of the Hague Institute for Innovation of Law (HiiL) Justice Accelerator based in the Netherl...
9m Jun 12, 2017
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South Sudan School Kids speak out against child labour
[...] "Many children are sent by their parents to go and work for money and when money is not achieved the children are tempted to steal in order to carry money home," this is just one of the sentiments echoed by the pupils of Rainbow Nursery and primary school in Juba on World Day against Child Labour. Radio Miraya in pattern-ship with Hold the Child, a local NGO came together to give a voice...
52m Jun 12, 2017
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14 South Sudanese Youths selected for the 2017 Mandela Washington Fellowship
Fourteen South Sudanese youths are set to travel to US for the 2017 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. The four of the 14 fellows are; Jacob Bul, actor, filmmaker and radio producer, Haak Madol Betiem, Supply Excecutive Nile Pet, Miriam Modong Dangasuk Water and Habitat Engineer at International Committee of the Red Cross, and Joseph Oliver Wani. They will join other you...
14m Jun 09, 2017
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AMDISS launches Recording studio in Juba
The Association of Media Development in South Sudan - AMDISS, has launched a radio recording and training studio in Juba. The recording studio will serve as a training hub for broadcast journalists in South Sudan especially those keen to improve the quality of their work. Micheal Duku, Executive Director of AMDISS told Samuel Pawon in an interview on Miraya Breakfast Show that the studio is e...
6m Jun 09, 2017
6m
UNMISS Weekly Round Up with Daniel Dickinson
In this Week's UNMISS Roundup, Daniel Dickinson, spokesperson of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan brings you; Updates on the New Force Commander Lt. General Frank Mushyo Kamanzi's tour of Bentiu UNMISS Peacekeepers Patrol updates and why the role of women in promoting peace has also been on the agenda this week. Listen here
7m Jun 09, 2017
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Cabinet dispatches team to investigate botched vaccination in Kapoeta
Cabinet has resolved to send a second investigation team to probe the circumstances that led to the death of 15 children in a measles vaccination campaign in Kaouto County, Kapoeta State last week. Preliminary investigations established ‘human error’ caused the fatalities with two of the vaccinators being under age, the vaccines poorly stored and one syringe used on all the victims. Informati...
3m Jun 08, 2017
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Women in Torit demand fair representation in the National dialogue
The women of Torit have called for inclusivity in the national dialogue. The women say government must accommodate all active political forces to generate a political solution deemed acceptable by all. Okello James reports from Torit
3m Jun 08, 2017
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"Made in South Sudan exhibition" excites local exhibitors
Made in South Sudan Exhibition organized by the Ministry of Trade and Industry with support from the private sector and United Nations Development Program (UNDP) enters its third day today. The exhibition, which opened on Monday, aims to promote local products and to encourage domestic and foreign businesses to display their products. Our reporter at Philip Wani reports
5m Jun 08, 2017
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Wayamo Foundation calls for stronger counter hatespeech strategies
The director of Wayamo Foundation, Bettina Ambach, has called for stronger counter hate speech measures, following concerns about the growing wave of hate speech in countries like South Sudan. Wayamo Foundation, an independent, non-profit organization established to strengthen the rule of law, promote international criminal justice and foster transparency through informed journalism, is conduc...
7m Jun 07, 2017
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