South Sudan should mark independence anniversary with human rights commitments

By Amnesty International

By Sikula Oniala There were scenes of jubilation and euphoria when South Sudan gained independence 13 years ago today. But hope and optimism quickly vanished as conflict, corruption and human rights violations have become entrenched in the world’s newest country. In a pattern that has become increasingly familiar, South Sudanese security forces clamped down on […] The post South Sudan should mark independence anniversary with human rights commitments appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>

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