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South Sudan wants to hold elections in December: 3 major obstacles and some ways around them

South Sudan is scheduled to hold general elections on 22 December 2026 – its first since independence. President Salva Kiir and his inner circle have repeatedly insisted that the elections will take place on that date.

The Conversation · 3h ago

South Sudan faith leaders urge Scots not to forget humanitarian crisis

HUMANITARIAN faith leaders have called on Scots to help the "forgotten" South Sudan, at an event in Paisley

The National (Scotland) · Oct 25

153 Dead After Sudan Drone Strike Hits Border Market in Abyei

A drone strike on Abyei's Amiet Market on Oct. 19 killed at least 153, displaced 8,000, and triggered a diplomatic standoff between Sudan and South Sudan.

Latin Times · Oct 21

CDC Closes Angola and South Sudan Offices, with Zimbabwe Next as U.S. Ties Health Aid to Country Deals

The CDC shut its Angola and South Sudan offices Oct. 1, with Zimbabwe next. Here is what the new aid deals require and what they mean for U.S. travelers.

Medical Daily · Oct 10

Bullet and blast injuries … and a constant need for blood: inside South Sudan’s overwhelmed trauma wards

Renewed fighting is bringing a flow of wounded to Juba’s military hospital, where medics never know what the next day will bring

The Guardian - UK · Oct 8

How to tackle Africa’s chronic shortage of midwives: ‘Many feel invisible’

IN FOCUS: Lauren Crosby Medlicott speaks to midwives across Africa about the trying to deliver babies in conflict zones, and the burnout and low pay that are pushing people out of the profession

The Independent UK · Oct 4

Egypt, Senegal and Ghana face pressure to relaunch drive for 2027 AFCON

Continental powerhouses Egypt, Ghana and Senegal will attempt to get their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaigns back on track on Tuesday after opening round setbacks last week.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 29

The Incredible Reason Why Mohamed Salah Has Been Left Off Egypt Roster

Mohamed Salah has been on an absolute tear since the start of the 2026–27 campaign.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 27

Bizarre reason Mohamed Salah dropped for Egypt AFCON qualifier revealed in statement

Liverpool legend desperate to avoid injury while on international duty

Evening Standard · Sep 26

The Odyssey Expedition: Graham Hughes rides buses and boats to 201 nations; raises funds for WaterAid

In 2009, Graham Hughes set off on the ambitious Odyssey Expedition, traversing to 201 nations solely via public transport. His journey was fraught with hurdles like imprisonment and border challenges. Dedicated to raising awareness for WaterAid, an essential charity, he spent over four years on this remarkable trek, ultimately finishing…

The Times of India · Sep 24