South Sudan
Intercommunal conflict and abuses by security forces and armed groups continue to exact a horrific toll on civilians. Sexual violence, including conflict-related sexual violence, against women and girls has been widespread, with few examples of perpetrators being brought to justice in military or civilian courts. The humanitarian situation in South Sudan remains dire, with the United Nations declaring that food insecurity is the worst it has been since South Sudan’s independence.
Following escalating tensions and clashes, between government forces and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition (SPLM/A-IO), President Salva Kiir and First Vice President and SPLS/A-IO leader Riek Machar, agreed in April to accelerate the integration of their forces as provided under the 2018 revitalized peace deal.
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UN: High Risk in Conflicts for Children with Disabilities
Urgently Strengthen Protection, Assistance, Inclusion
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South Sudan: Summary Executions in North
Investigate Officials and Security Forces; End Killings, Other Abuses in Warrap State
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South Sudan: Adoption of the outcome of the UN Universal Periodic Review
Item 6 - Universal Periodic Review Outcome Adoption - HRC50
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Execution-Style Killings Emblematic of Impunity by South Sudan Army
Release Detained Civilians; Ensure Justice and Reparations for Victims
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Cracks in South Sudan’s Fragile Peace Could Further Harm Civilians
Prevent Further Attacks; UN Should Renew Accountability Mandate
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Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan remains vital alongside technical cooperation
HRW Statement - Item 10 Interactive Dialogue on report of High Commissioner on South Sudan - HRC49
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UN rights body should renew South Sudan accountability mandate
HRW Statement - Item 4 ID with Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan - HRC49
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Surge in Attacks on Aid Workers in South Sudan
Authorities Should Improve Protection, Investigate Attacks
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South Sudan: Government Critics Held on Dubious Charges
Detentions Exemplify Practice of Repression, Abuse of Rights, Due Process Violations
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Normative standards and obligations under international law in relation to the promotion and protection of the human rights of older persons
HRW Submission to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights
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Joint Letter to the United Nations Human Rights Council
Extend the mandate of the UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan
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South Sudan: Human Rights Priorities for the Government of South Sudan
A Proposal from Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch and the South Sudan Human Rights Defenders Network
