South Sudanese politician, long‑time rival and ally of Salva Kiir, central to peace talks and power struggles
The latest reporting shows a campaign that has targeted civilians and destroyed infrastructure across Jonglei, with satellite imagery and witness accounts indicating a deliberate pattern of burning homes, looting, and displacement amid ongoing fighting.
South Sudan marks 15 years since independence as violence and economic strain persist. Leaders face delayed elections, inflation bites, and ongoing intercommunal clashes, with calls for accountability and reforms to unlock progress.