This Week in South Sudan – Week 11

Monday 14 March

Wednesday 16 March

  • The SPLM (IO) announced 23 of their top generals are expected to arrive in Juba on 28 March to prepare for the coming of their leader, Riek Machar.
  • The SPLA (IO) accused the government of planning an attack on their positions in Munduri, Western Equatoria State.
  • At least seven civilians were killed and four wounded in an ambush on a passenger bus travelling between Koch and Bentiu in Unity State.

Thursday 17 March

Friday 18 March

Saturday 19 March

Sunday 20 March

  • One person died and 110 were wounded after fighting broke out at a UN protection of civilian camp in Jebel in Juba. Leaders of the IDPs later accused the government of allegedly instigating the clashes.
  • At least 13 people were killed in Lobonok, Central Equatoria State after raid on a Dinka Bor cattle camp by unknown gunmen.

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