Pick of the week – Sudan update
This week has seen violence in Sudan recur, as there are disputes over oil reserves and other resources. As South Sudan moves towards independence next month, there are concerns that there could be more violence and instability for the world’s newest state.
Here’s a quick round up of articles about this ongoing crisis.
1. Ethnic exclusion risks more violence in S. Sudan
A report from London-based Minority Rights Group (MRG) said poverty is exacerbating ethnic clashes over access to water and grazing land.
2. Sudan’s economic uncertainty grows ahead of secession
A number of key issues remain outstanding, particularly the post-secession sharing formula for the oil wealth that is stationed mostly in the South.
3. Sudan’s worsening refugee crisis
4. South Kordofan update
This situation report was sent to Channel 16 by an organisation working in Sudan, and describes the growing insecurity.
5. Civilians bear brunt of Southern Kordofan clashes
Aerial bombardments, killings of civilians and house-to-house searches are escalating in the Northern Sudanese state of Southern Kordofan, aid workers and residents report.