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Princeton Lyman resigns: the future of US diplomacy in the Sudans

December 15, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

By Aly Verjee Princeton Lyman, US special envoy for Sudan and South Sudan, is stepping down. A White House source characterised Lyman’s departure as “the kind of personnel change that is normal at the end of a president’s first term … read more »

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US Ambassador to Kenya: ‘Truth’ About Resignation Yet to Come

July 4, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Kenya – Last Friday, U.S. ambassador to Kenya Scott Gration announced his resignation, citing “differences with Washington.” He spoke again Wednesday, during an American Independence Day celebration at his official residence – the event also seeming to serve as his … read more »

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Sudan reaffirms its rejection to Darfur rebels’ demands on power sharing

January 26, 2011 by benim

Presidential Adviser Ghazi Salah Al-Deen today reiterated Sudanese government refusal to give a position of vice-president to Darfur, or to establish a regional authority as demanded by the rebel groups. “Sudanese government and the Liberation and Justice Movement (LJM) ended … read more »

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New Sudan oil deal must ensure transparency: report

January 6, 2011 by benim

A new oil-sharing deal between Sudan’s north and soon-to-be independent south must ensure transparency and independent monitoring to avoid mistrust that could fuel future conflict, Global Witness said on Thursday. Southerners will begin to vote on independence on January 9 … read more »

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Sudan poll a challenge to Africa’s colonial borders

January 5, 2011 by benim

JUBA, Sudan – A referendum on independence for south Sudan on Sunday raises tough questions about the legitimacy of Africa’s colonial borders and sets a precedent for existing secessionist movements, analysts say. “There is an uneasiness in Africa towards this … read more »

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Nearly 4 million Sudanese to vote on independence

January 4, 2011 by benim

Almost 4 million southern Sudanese, or roughly half the south’s population, have registered to take part in an independence referendum next week that is likely to split Africa’s largest country in two, officials said on Monday. The U.S. State Department … read more »

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US Secretary of State Clinton to visit Sudan next week: report

January 3, 2011 by benim

A high profile U.S. delegation led by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is expected to arrive in Sudan next Saturday to assess preparations for the conduct of south Sudan vote on independence due to start the day after, a pro-government … read more »

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Sudan: More U.S. Diplomats Heading to Sudan before Critical Vote

October 24, 2010 by benim

Senior U.S. officials said Friday that more American diplomats were being dispatched to Sudan and that President Obama was getting daily briefings on preparations for a referendum that could divide the troubled country in two. The officials acknowledged that major … read more »

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