Eye radio news

Here are some recent news stories from Eye Radio, a South Sudanese radio station:

Breaking News

• South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has appointed a new governor for the country's oil-rich Upper Nile state, replacing the previous governor who was sacked over corruption allegations. (Source: Eye Radio)
• The United Nations has warned of a looming humanitarian crisis in South Sudan, citing a severe shortage of food and medicine in the country. (Source: Eye Radio)

Politics

• The South Sudanese government has announced plans to hold a national dialogue to address the country's ongoing political crisis. The dialogue is expected to bring together opposition groups and government officials to discuss the country's future. (Source: Eye Radio)
• The Sudan People's Liberation Army (SPLA) has accused the government of South Sudan of failing to implement a peace agreement signed in 2018. The SPLA has threatened to resume fighting if the government does not comply with the agreement. (Source: Eye Radio)

Conflict

• Clashes have erupted between government forces and rebels in the town of Yei, in South Sudan's Central Equatoria state. The fighting has left several people dead and many more displaced. (Source: Eye Radio)
• The United Nations has condemned a recent attack on a humanitarian convoy in South Sudan, which killed several aid workers. The UN has called for an investigation into the attack. (Source: Eye Radio)

Economy

• The South Sudanese pound has continued to depreciate against the US dollar, causing economic hardship for many citizens. The government has announced plans to introduce a new currency to replace the existing one. (Source: Eye Radio)
• The World Bank has approved a $50 million loan to support South Sudan's agriculture sector. The loan is expected to help improve food security in the country. (Source: Eye Radio)

Health

• A cholera outbreak has been reported in South Sudan's Unity state, with several people killed and many more infected. The government has launched a vaccination campaign to contain the outbreak. (Source: Eye Radio)
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned of a high risk of malaria in South Sudan, particularly in areas with poor access to healthcare. The WHO has called for increased funding to combat the disease. (Source: Eye Radio)