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Tackling misinformation and hate speech: A campaign for peace in South Sudan
Behind the scenes of the campaign shoot with the Advance Youth Radio team South Sudan is facing rising political tensions following the prosecution of former First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar, who is currently on trial in the capital city Juba for war crimes. The charges relate to a militia attack in March 2025, reportedly
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Strengthening democracy through media freedom in Jonglei State
In Jonglei State, South Sudan, journalists faced severe restrictions between May and December 2024, when the government suspended news broadcasting and limited local radio to entertainment content. These actions highlighted the fragile relationship between media and authorities, which is an essential pillar of democracy. In response, Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) partnered with the South
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Juba: JHR and Digital Rights Frontlines launch policy brief on mis/disinformation and social cohesion
In March, Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) and Digital Rights Frontlines (DRF) launched a campaign to combat misinformation, disinformation and hate speech in South Sudan. The campaign included a social media rollout and printed materials offering practical tips and calls to action to help communities respond to these challenges. As part of the Tackling Mis/Disinformation
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South Sudan government officials pledge to combat disinformation by professionalizing social media use
Misinformation, disinformation, and online hate speech significantly fuel violence and conflict in South Sudan. A major factor in the spread of false information is the lack of official channels for verifying information from government sources. With no clear protocols, journalists often rely on unverified sources or officials who may not be qualified to respond. To
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4 Years in South Sudan Leads to Safer Environment for Journalists
Beginning in February of 2016, JHR implemented the project “Strengthening Media in South Sudan” funded by Global Affairs Canada. The project aimed to enhance public accountability in South Sudan on human rights and good governance issues through working with journalists, media outlets and organizations, civil society organizations and government representatives. Over the course of the
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International Day of the Girl – Changing Policy to Keep Girls in School
Juba Monitor reporter Jale Richard’s effort to raise concerns about problems in the distribution of a cash transfer meant to keep girls in school resulted in direct policy change – months after the first story broke. The story began when two people arrived in the Juba Monitor newsroom to tell their story about the distribution
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