South Africa and South Sudan signed a bilateral agreement for infrastructure and aid, paving the way for Riek Machar's return.

The entities involved

• South Africa →

  country in southern Africa

  • ICRC launched a multi-country initiative with Jordan, South Africa, Kazakhstan, France, and Brazil.18:58
  • Commonwealth leaders gathered in Antigua and Barbuda, with nations including South Africa and Canada participating to discuss trade and capacity.18:47
• South Sudan →

  country in East Africa

  • The East African Community (EAC) is focused on advancing regional integration efforts, urging accelerated implementation of commitments involving South Sudan.15:18
  • Riek Machar, a former vice president of South Sudan, was mentioned in a recent article.09:59
• Riek Machar →

  first vice president of the independent Republic of South Sudan

  • Gabriel Duop Lam and Riek Machar face charges in South Sudan's Special Court amid political turmoil.Mon 15:26

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