‎UN, RJMEC Raise Alarm Over Stalled Peace Deal in South Sudan

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‎International bodies are sounding the alarm as South Sudan's fragile peace process teeters on the edge of collapse. The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) have warned of deepening divisions, rising insecurity, and stalled implementation of the 2018 peace deal. ‎ ‎A Dangerous Breakdown in Peace ‎The 2018 Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) brought hope to a nation shattered by civil war. But that hope is now dimming. ‎In a briefing to the UN Security Council, Guang Cong, the Deputy Head of UNMISS, revealed that over 130,000 people have been displaced in recent months due to a surge in armed violence particularly in Upper Nile and Greater Pibor.  ‎The increase in military activity and the escalation of localized conflicts have disrupted humanitarian access and eroded confidence between the signatories of the peace agreement. ‎“These are not just isolated ...

Six Underage Children Caught Going From Torit To Juba On Foot In Search Of Job


Girls ranging from 11-15 years have been caught by Torit Authority going to Juba on foot in search of job.  

The six underage girls were caught in Lowoi a Torit West Payam. 

The alleged girls also claimed that they have been mistreated by their parents and had no one who cares nor wanted to take care of them. 

Torit Police Spokesperson Lt. Mathew Ochan said that police are currently searching for the parents of the six girls.  

The six underage children are currently being held at Torit Central Prison and they are being provided care and support by the Child Protection Unit.  

South Sudan Law does not allow minors to travel without proper reason.

More to come shortly.... 

 

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