South Sudan in Focus - March 24, 2022

Authorities in Jonglei State say at least nine people were killed, scores of others injured and an unconfirmed number of cattle stolen following attacks by unidentified gunmen in Nyirol and Uror Counties Wednesday evening; South Sudan’s TROIKA (U.S., U.K., Norway) has condemned reported attacks by the South Sudan People’s Defense Force (SSPDF) on SPLA-IO military bases in parts of Upper Nile State, saying the clashes risk starting greater violence in the country; The Catholic faithful in Lakes and Warrap States are welcoming tomorrow’s planned consecration of Christian Calassare as Bishop of Rumbek Diocese, which covers Lakes State and parts of Warrap State.