South Sudan is less than four years old, but the world's newest nation now tops the ranks of failed states worldwide. After decades of civil war with the north of Sudan, it was meant to be a dream come true.
But the country has disintegrated into chaos. Thousands of people have been killed and almost two million displaced in a civil conflict that erupted in late 2013.
How has a country that was born out of so much promise turned into such a nightmare? Were there warning signs that this could happen?
Fault Lines investigates how a select group of US politicians and advocates shepherded the nation into existence, and asks what responsibility they now bear for the political and humanitarian disaster unfolding in South Sudan.
Newer articles:
- Church leaders in South Sudan reflect on peace initiatives - 17/04/2015 08:17
- Sudan Used Cluster Bombs on Civilians, Human Rights Watch Charges - 16/04/2015 19:03
- South Sudan is a land of plenty. So why are 2.5 million of its people going hungry? - 16/04/2015 07:09
- Sudan: Cluster Bombs Used in Nuba Mountains - 16/04/2015 02:13
- SOUTH SUDAN: A year after mass killings in Bentiu, violence and displacement continue - 15/04/2015 05:05
Older news items
- South Sudan: UN official meets displaced people sheltering at protection sites in Malakal - 14/04/2015 18:41
- South Sudan’s warring parties set to escalate fighting ahead of rainy season: report - 14/04/2015 17:00
- South Sudan President Fires Interior Minister, State Governor - 14/04/2015 14:49
- South Sudan Youths Thwart Attack on Village - 14/04/2015 07:45
- Sudan's al-Bashir set to extend 25-year reign despite war crimes charges, insurgencies - 12/04/2015 09:52
Latest news items (all categories):
- U.S. condemns WFP attack, looting of humanitarian assistance in South Sudan - 12/10/2026 14:49
- South Sudan President Bans Officials From Foreign Travel Without Approval After Kenya Visit - 12/10/2026 14:47
- At least 72 Sudanese miners killed in air strike: Rights monitor - 12/10/2026 14:44
- Why did deadly communal clashes erupt in South Sudan, leaving 71 people dead? - 12/10/2026 14:40
- UPDF commissions new medical facilities in South Sudan - 12/10/2026 14:36
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