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South Sudan on the brink of renewed civil war: Urgent action needed to de-escalate tensions and protect civilians 

Longer-term signs that all may not be well in South Sudan have been brought into stark focus over recent weeks. In early March, tensions erupted into armed violence in Upper Nile State’s Nasir County between the local Nuer community defence group, the ‘White Army’ - loyal to the First Vice President Riek Machar, and the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF), followed by aerial bombardment by the Government (including reports of the use of indiscriminate barrel bombs).

CSW69 Webinar | Women Leading Peace: shifting power and resources

"A good partner helps us grow": partnering differently with women's rights organisations in South Sudan

In the second edition of our blog series on equitable partnerships, Elizabeth, Grace and Joseph discuss their experiences of working for women’s rights organisations in South Sudan.

“Peace remains as elusive as a butterfly”: Reflections from South Sudan

Three people share their thoughts on peace, conflict and hope in South Sudan as they await the implementation of the peace agreement and the upcoming 2022 elections.

Building peace rooted in gender equality: funding for autonomy

In this comment piece, we hear from women’s rights organisations in South Sudan and Yemen about why direct, long-term and flexible funding is essential.

On South Sudan’s 10th Anniversary, NGOs call for sustained assistance and safe access for aid workers

As South Sudan marks its 10th anniversary, the world’s youngest nation faces severe challenges of food insecurity, violent conflict, and long-term humanitarian and development needs.

Update on “heart breaking” flood situation in Jonglei State, South Sudan

This is how gender-sensitive conflict analysis improves peacebuilding

This blog marks the start of our 'This is How' campaign. We explore what a gender-sensitive conflict analysis is, how does it really benefit peacebuilding work and look at how Saferworld has worked with it in practice in Yemen and South Sudan.

2020 Nobel Peace Prize: Congratulations to the World Food Programme

Congratulations to our partner the World Food Programme for being awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize.