AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoArrests and political tension: Dr. Dhieu Mathok has condemned the detention of SPLM-IO-linked MPs Kom Kom Geng and Ayii Ayii Akol, saying authorities are violating constitutional rights and targeting lawmakers for doing their work. Peace process friction: SPLM-IO MPs are pushing for an emergency caucus over proposed amendments to the 2018 peace deal, warning the process could deepen division. Humanitarian access under pressure: The UN says South Sudan’s transitional government has committed to allow aid into Akobo, where renewed violence since March has displaced 200,000 people and threatens IPC Phase 5 hunger. Local security and public order: Northern Bahr el Ghazal police warned residents not to fire guns during SPLA Day celebrations in Aweil, threatening legal action for violations. Food and livelihoods hit by roads: Farmers in Western Equatoria say bad roads are isolating communities, driving up transport costs, and causing crops to rot before reaching markets. Regional diplomacy: President Salva Kiir returned to Juba after visits to Djibouti and Uganda, where he discussed peace, security, trade, and cooperation. Tax deadline: South Sudan Revenue Authority urged taxpayers to clear arrears and file April returns by May 15.
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