Bol Mel’s promotion comes during a period of political uncertainty and growing speculation about who will succeed Kiir, who is 73.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMSF teams have seen entire villages forced to flee, with hospitals, health centres, and community facilities deserted.
By Brenda SockyReath Muoch Tang, an opposition lawmaker and senior figure in Machar's party, said the government's classification of several Nuer counties as hostile was a dangerous move.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe political turmoil deepened earlier this month when Machar’s SPLM-IO party began to show signs of division.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSouth Sudan conceded to Washington's demands on Tuesday, permitting the man to enter the country.
By Brenda Socky