Mauritius restricts travel from DR Congo, Uganda and South Sudan
Mauritius restricts travel from three African countries over Ebola fears
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South Sudan
UN aid chief warns South Sudan nearing famine as crisis deepens
UN warns South Sudan nearing famine as conflict and hunger worsen
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Civilians cross into Ethiopia as fighting nears South Sudan town
Thousands of civilians fled Akobo in eastern South Sudan after the army ordered evacuation, fearing military assault, while UN and aid groups attempt partial withdrawals.
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UN report finds Ugandan troops aided deadly attacks in South Sudan
A UN report says Ugandan troops joined South Sudan in airstrikes last year, targeting civilians and opposition areas, worsening the conflict with Riek Machar.
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South Sudan violence leaves 122 dead in Ruweng area
Attack in Ruweng’s Abiemnhom leaves 122 dead, including 82 civilians
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UN Security Council warns over escalating violence in South Sudan
The UN Security Council expressed grave concern over escalating violence in South Sudan, urging an immediate ceasefire and dialogue
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Aid workers missing after air strikes hit hospital in South Sudan
A medical charity says staff are missing after air strikes and looting hit health facilities in Jonglei, threatening care for thousands
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Kiir sacks aides over election panel error
President Salva Kiir has dismissed senior aides after an administrative error saw a deceased man named to a panel preparing South Sudan’s elections
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South Sudan asked US to lift sanctions after taking deportees
After accepting US deportees, South Sudan requested sanctions relief, legal backing, and economic support from Washington.
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South Sudan military orders swift offensive near capital
South Sudan’s military has deployed reinforcements to Bor after its army chief ordered troops to crush a rebellion within seven days
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