South sudan case study Flashcards
What were the consequences of the 2013 civil war?
50,000 were killed and 2.3 million were displaced, 6 million went hungry, 70% of schools closed.
When did South Sudan gain independence?
2011
Why was there a divide in Sudan?
There was a Muslim north and a Christian south
When did the Sudanese civil war end and what was its main consequence?
2005, South Sudan was able to govern itself
How many ethnic groups does South Sudan contain?
60
What issues arose due to the ethnic blend?
Politicians exploited this divide to their advantage, caused rivalries and tensions to emerge.
What was significant about the president and vice president?
They were from the two main different tribes. Kiir was a Dinka and Machar a Nuer
Why was there a civil war in 2013?
Kiir did not feel comfortable in his position and ousted his vice president. Machar did not go quietly and led a rebel military group against Kiir to instigate a coup.
Why is there a food emergency in South Sudan?
The violence severely disrupted crop planting, trade routes and markets. Conflict and displacement exacerbated already high levels of food insecurity and most insecure people are found in areas of conflict. in 2013 only 0.7% of budget was spent on agriculture.
What was the original UN mission and what did it change to?
To support the South Sudanese government in peace consolidation, state building and economic development. New emphasis to consolidate peace, security, protect civilians, monitor human rights, implement cessation of hostilities. Support delivery of humanitarian assistance
What has the UN security council called for the South Sudanese government to do?
Put the good of the country and its citizens before the personal ambitions of the leaders. To find a political rather than military solution.
What is IGAD trying to do?
Include the South Sudan government in mediation. Government has prevented representatives from travelling to Addis Ababa.
What treaties have South Sudan signed?
Convention against torture
African Charter on Human and Peoples’ rights
Elimination of all forms of discrimination against women
Convention on the rights of the child
What were IGAD successful in getting Kiir and Machar to agree to?
To sign a permanent ceasefire in Dec 2017, it is holding but sides blame each other for infringements.
How many NGOs are in South Sudan addressing humanitarian needs?
300
What issues have NGOs faced?
Harassment and violence against them leading to forced evacuation of the Upper Nile state.
How has food insecurity been addressed?
Aid agencies have co-ordinated efforts to position essential supplies during the dry season , enabling easier access to food during the wet season. villagers have also been trained in maintaining livestock
How have NGOs provided protection from fighting?
Many aid agencies have access to areas where fighting is going on. Civilian protection camps have been expanded for IDPs providing shelter and food and protection from fighting.
Why do inhabitants of the Upper Nile still suffer though?
Transport routes have been blocked, some have to abandon homes, are facing starvation, illness and children are being forced into military training camps.
How many internally displaced people are there?
1.5 million
How many are in need of humanitarian assistance?
up to 8 million
What % of the population are under the age of 15
45%
How many Un peacekeepers are in the country?
16,987
How many fled to neighbouring states?
2 million
How many died in 2017
50,000
What benefits have NGOs brought to South Sudan?
Emergency food resources, training in maintaining livestock and fishing, treatment for malnutrition, shelter and food, cholera treatment.
What have NGOs not been able to solve?
Transport routes are blocked limiting food supply,
What persisting issues have caused divides between groups?
Regional inequality- cities have developed much faster than the countryside with much more infrastructure. Government are dependent on oil revenue which is unstable, conflicts between groups continue.
What % of income does oil generate?
98%
What proportion of children are suffering malnutrition?
1/3
What happened to police presence after 2013?
Rose to 12,500 military personnel, 1,000 police and 2,500 others
What UN agencies are helping in South Sudan?
UNICEF, WHO, OCHA
