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South Sudan govt and rebels sign final power-sharing deal
South Sudanese arch-foes signed a final power-sharing deal on Sunday, aimed at ending a civil war that has killed tens of thousands of people and displaced millions in the…
South Sudan: past peace deals have had little impact
South Sudanese arch-foes signed a final power-sharing deal on Sunday, aimed at ending a civil war that has killed tens of thousands of people and displaced millions in the…
UN imposes arms embargo on South Sudan
The UN Security Council on Friday imposed an arms embargo on South Sudan and sanctions on two military officials, ratcheting up pressure after the latest diplomatic efforts…
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South Sudan: Parliament extends president's term until 2021
MPs in South Sudan vote to extend the mandate of President Salva Kiir's government for an extra three years, a move likely to complicate peace negotiations to bring an end to…
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Nigeria's ruling party says 'gang up' against Buhari won't work
Nigeria's ruling APC party remains defiant that a new opposition alliance won't threaten President Muhammadu Buhari's chances of re-election next year. The challenge follows the…
S. Sudan forces killed, raped hundreds, says UN report
At least 232 civilians were killed and 120 women and girls raped in attacks by South Sudan government troops and aligned forces in opposition-held villages, the U.N. human…
Peace deal to reinstate S. Sudan ex-Vice President
South Sudan's former vice president Riek Machar will be reinstated in his position as part of a peace deal to end a near five-year-old war that has killed tens of thousands and…
South Sudan arch foes reach ceasefire deal
South Sudanese rival leaders on Wednesday broke a deadlock in peace talks in the Sudanese capital of Khartoum, agreeing on a ceasefire to take hold after 72 hours, according to…
South Sudan arch foes sign ceasefire deal
The deal raises hopes of an end to the country's civil war.
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South Sudan rivals sign 'permanent' ceasefire within 72 hours
Another peace deal is signed by the leaders of the two main sides in South Sudan's civil war. Other ceasefires have quickly fallen by the wayside. Also, there are angry scenes in…
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South Sudan peace deal attempt fails as Kiir rejects Machar
The latest attempt for peace in South Sudan breaks down after President Salva Kiir rejects the idea of allowing Riek Machar a place in the government. Plus: Nigeria’s win against…
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South Sudan rebels say more time needed to achieve peace
South Sudan's armed rebels warn that the first meeting between Salva Kiir and Riek Machar doesn't necessarily mean the road to peace will be much smoother. Also, we hear from the…
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