Soudan du Sud: un cessez-le-feu rejeté par l’opposition, mais un premier pas vers la paix?
May 8, 2026 – RFI
South Sudan’s newly appointed army chief, General Santino Deng Wol, announced a unilateral ceasefire with Riek Machar’s movement. While the ceasefire was initially rejected by the opposition, the move is being cautiously viewed as a potential first step toward ending the conflict in the northeast.
Suspended minister Kang denies funding militia in Nasir attack
May 8, 2026 – Radio Tamazuj
Suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chuol denied allegations that he financed the White Army militia involved in the March 2025 attack on a military garrison in Nasir County. He is the first accused in the trial linked to suspended First Vice President Riek Machar.
SPLM/A-IO tells new army chief: Free Machar first before ceasefire talks
May 8, 2026 – Sudans Post
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition has told South Sudan’s reappointed army chief that any ceasefire agreement will only be possible if suspended First Vice President Riek Machar and other detained opposition leaders are released first.
Civilians Starving in South Sudan’s Conflict Areas. New Report Highlights Devastating Impact of Conflict and Aid Restrictions
May 6, 2026 – Human Rights Watch
A recent food security report warns that 7.8 million people are in desperate need of food aid, with 73,000 facing starvation and death in Upper Nile and Jonglei states. Parts of both states are also at risk of famine due to escalated fighting between government forces and the SPLA-IO.
New UNMISS Force Commander stresses commitment to protection of civilians at welcome ceremony
April 29, 2026 – UNMISS News
As political and security conditions in South Sudan continue to deteriorate, the new UNMISS Force Commander stressed the mission’s commitment to protecting civilians. The mission faces significant challenges including denial of access to conflict-affected areas and severe funding cuts.
