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Here are some recent news articles and updates from South Sudan:

Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis

• South Sudan's conflict has displaced over 4 million people, with many facing severe food insecurity and malnutrition. (UN News, March 2023)
• The UN has warned of a "catastrophic" humanitarian crisis in South Sudan, with over 7 million people in need of aid. (Al Jazeera, February 2023)
• The South Sudanese government and opposition forces have agreed to a ceasefire, but fighting continues in some areas. (BBC News, January 2023)

Politics and Governance

• South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has appointed a new cabinet, with several key positions going to loyalists. (Reuters, March 2023)
• The African Union has called for the implementation of a peace agreement in South Sudan, which has been stalled for months. (Africanews, February 2023)
• The South Sudanese government has launched a new initiative to promote peace and reconciliation in the country. (Sudan Tribune, January 2023)

Economy and Development

• South Sudan's economy is struggling due to a lack of oil revenue and a decline in agricultural production. (The East African, March 2023)
• The World Bank has approved a $100 million loan to support South Sudan's agriculture sector. (World Bank, February 2023)
• The South Sudanese government has launched a new program to promote entrepreneurship and job creation. (Sudan Tribune, January 2023)

Health and Education

• South Sudan is facing a severe shortage of healthcare workers, with many medical professionals fleeing the country due to violence. (Medecins Sans Frontieres, March 2023)
• The UN has launched a new initiative to improve access to education in South Sudan, which has one of the lowest literacy rates in the world. (UNICEF, February 2023)
• The South Sudanese government has launched a new program to promote girls' education, with a focus on reducing child marriage and early pregnancy. (Sudan Tribune, January 2023)

Other News

• South Sudan has been hit by a severe drought, which has affected over 1 million people. (BBC News, March 2023)
• The South Sudanese government has launched a new initiative to promote tourism in the country, with a focus on showcasing its natural beauty and cultural heritage. (Sudan Tribune, February 2023)
• The South Sudanese national football team has qualified for the African Cup of Nations for the first time in its history. (BBC Sport, January 2023)