Fresh round of bloodbath in South Sudan looks highly likely as opposition sounds war drums

Fresh round of bloodbath in South Sudan looks highly likely as opposition sounds war drums

Riek Machar’s indictment has significantly raised political tensions and fuelled fears of an eruption of political violence. In recent months, pro-government troops have been fighting opposition forces loyal to Machar, as well as other armed groups.

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South Sudan on cliff-hanger as First Vice President Machar is charged with treason, terrorism

South Sudan on cliff-hanger as First Vice President Machar is charged with treason, terrorism

Edmund Yakani, a prominent civic leader in South Sudan, warned that the suspects should be presented in a competent court and not what he described as “a kangaroo court of law.” He said he hopes citizens will be able to attend court proceedings.

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Kidnappings of aid workers on steep rise in South Sudan as fighting between army and rebels escalates

Kidnappings of aid workers on steep rise in South Sudan as fighting between army and rebels escalates

Violence targeting aid workers has surged globally, said independent research group Humanitarian Outcomes. In a report released in August, the organisation said 2024 was the deadliest year on record, with 383 aid workers killed and 861 others affected by major violence, warning that 2025 was on track to even surpass it.

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How splits in one of South Sudan’s ruling SPLA factions may refuel war in Malakal oilfields

How splits in one of South Sudan’s ruling SPLA factions may refuel war in Malakal oilfields

Malakal’s conflict in South Sudan has been frozen in place for years: a consequence of the Padang Dinka’s influence in Juba, which is partly due to their success in keeping Upper Nile’s oil fields – one of the government’s few foreign exchange earners – running. But a split within First...

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