South sudan news

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

Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis

• The United Nations has warned that South Sudan is on the brink of a catastrophic famine, with over 7 million people at risk of starvation. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• The South Sudanese government and opposition forces have agreed to a ceasefire, but fighting has continued in some areas. (Source: BBC News)
• The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has reported that thousands of people have been displaced by fighting in the country's Unity state. (Source: ReliefWeb)

Politics and Governance

• South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has appointed a new cabinet, with several key positions going to loyalists. (Source: Sudan Tribune)
• The African Union has called for the implementation of a peace agreement between the South Sudanese government and opposition forces. (Source: AllAfrica)
• The United States has imposed sanctions on several South Sudanese officials accused of human rights abuses. (Source: Reuters)

Economy and Development

• The World Bank has approved a $100 million loan to support South Sudan's agriculture sector. (Source: World Bank)
• The South Sudanese government has launched a new economic plan aimed at stimulating growth and reducing poverty. (Source: Sudan Tribune)
• The country's oil production has increased, with the government hoping to use the revenue to fund development projects. (Source: Bloomberg)

Humanitarian Aid and Refugees

• The United Nations has appealed for $1.3 billion to support humanitarian efforts in South Sudan, where over 2 million people have been displaced. (Source: UN News)
• The South Sudanese government has accused the UN of interfering in the country's internal affairs, amid tensions over aid delivery. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• The number of refugees fleeing South Sudan to neighboring countries has increased, with over 2.5 million people seeking asylum. (Source: UNHCR)

Other News

• The South Sudanese government has launched a new campaign to promote peace and reconciliation. (Source: Sudan Tribune)
• The country's football team has qualified for the African Cup of Nations for the first time. (Source: BBC Sport)
• The South Sudanese government has announced plans to establish a new university in the capital city of Juba. (Source: Sudan Tribune)