Tag Archives: United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan

Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration in South Sudan: feasible under current conditions?

February 7, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

By Jairo Munive Following decades of civil war South Sudan achieved independence from Sudan in mid-2011 as the culmination of a long peace process. Both the Government of South Sudan (GoSS) and international donors consider a successful Disarmament Demobilization and … read more »

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Civilian protection in the Republic of South Sudan, whose responsibility is it?

December 14, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

By Magok Alier Akuot The International Humanitarian Law defines civilian as a person who is not a member of his or her country’s armed forces or other militia. This definition is supplemented by The Free Legal Dictionary also defines civilian … read more »

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South Sudan: UN peacekeeping mission deplores killing of journalist, urges investigation

December 8, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) expressed deep concern today at the reported murder of journalist Diing Chan Awol and added its voice to the growing calls for a full investigation into the killing. According to media reports, … read more »

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