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UN agencies say a violence-hit part of South Sudan is on the brink of famine

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UN agencies say a violence-hit part of South Sudan is on the brink of famine

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South Sudan: World Refugee Day - Delivering Malaria Prevention to Displaced People in South Sudan

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South Sudan: World Refugee Day - Delivering Malaria Prevention to Displaced People in South Sudan

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Each year on 20 June, World Refugee Day offers the chance to reflect on the experiences of those forced to flee their homes because of war, violence or persecution. In South Sudan, renewed conflict in neighbouring Sudan in 2023 has led to a sharp increase in the number of people crossing the border, many of whom are now living in remote areas with limited access to essential services.See the Story

Mandate, Not a Request: Light for the World Urges Disability Inclusion in Refugee Aid

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Mandate, Not a Request: Light for the World Urges Disability Inclusion in Refugee Aid

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – As the world commemorates World Refugee Day today, a leading non-governmental organization is making a fervent call for greater inclusivity in humanitarian aid. Sophia Mohammed, the Country Director of Light for the World, is strongly encouraging all humanitarian actors supporting refugees in South Sudan to ensure persons with disabilities are fully integrated into their response and interventions. Mohammed emphas…See the Story

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UN agencies say a violence-hit part of South Sudan is on the brink of famine

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UN agencies say a violence-hit part of South Sudan is on the brink of famine

AU Security Council Calls for Machar's Release, End to Hostilities

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (Eye Radio) – The African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC), meeting, expressed “deep concern” over the political and security situation in South Sudan and called for the release of First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar. In a statement adopted on June 12, 2025, and shared with Eye Radio on June 18, 2025, the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) issued a stark warning of a potential “civil war” in South Sudan…OPP · South Sudan See the Story

Advocate Petitions FIFA over SSFA Violations

JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – An Advocate has filed a formal complaint with FIFA, the world football governing body, accusing the leadership of the South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) of violating its constitution and abusing power. In a petition shared with Eye Radio, Advocate Musa Hassan Urbano stated he was raising these serious concerns on behalf of football players, fans, and stakeholders, while also expressing appreciation for FIFA’s…Soccer · Bor See the Story

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)-supported General Court Martial launches in Wau

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)-supported General Court Martial launches in WauSouth Sudan · South Sudan Read Article

The forgotten struggle: LGBTQ refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan

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As the world prepares to mark World Refugee Day on June 20, discussions will echo across continents about war, displacement, and humanitarian assistance. But there is one story that is often left out — a story of a people who are doubly displaced, constantly under threat, and too often excluded from protection programs. We are the LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers living in South Sudan, particularly in Gorom Refugee Settlement, and our daily st…Asylum Seekers · South Sudan Read Article

AI Blind Spot: Local languages fuel hate speech in South Sudan

JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – In an increasingly digital world, artificial intelligence (AI) systems are rapidly becoming the gatekeepers of online safety. Yet, for nations like South Sudan, these high-tech guardians may be blind to the dangers lurking in local languages. Eva Yayi Mawa, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Go Girl ICT Initiative, sounded the alarm this week during the discussion in Juba from June 18–20, 2025. She highlighted t…Artificial Intelligence · Juba Read Article

FARM-STEW appreciates USAID donation during scale-down

JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – FARM-STEW, a faith-based organization actively engaged in local resilience-building efforts across seven states in South Sudan, has expressed profound gratitude to USAID South Sudan for a vital donation of essential equipment. This significant contribution was made as USAID concluded aspects of its direct overseas operations, following earlier directives from the U.S. administration to streamline certain internati…USAID · Juba Read Article

Veteran Journalist John Wani Simon dies at 68

JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – Veteran South Sudanese journalist John Wani Simon has passed away at 68 today in Juba, his family informed Eye Radio. According to a family member who spoke to Eye Radio, he succumbed to complications from a breathing illness at his home in Juba. The family says funeral arrangements are currently underway, and the service is taking place at his residence in Gudele. The late John Wani is survived by several childre…Juba · Juba Read Article

Western Bahr el Ghazal launches ID drive for under-served communities

Raja County, Western Bahr el Ghazal (Eye Radio) – The Directorate of Nationality, Passports and Immigration has so far registered more than 1,000 residents in Western Bahr el Ghazal State as part of an ongoing campaign to provide national identification cards to underserved and vulnerable communities. The initiative, led by Brigadier General Mangar Aping Boui in coordination with the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), targets populations at risk of stat…Immigration · Western Bahr El Ghazal Read Article

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