South Sudan needs peace and global support as the country marks 9th independence anniversary

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South Sudan marks its 9th independence anniversary amidst calls for lasting peace as the country grapples with the coronavirus pandemic. UNHCR, the government and partners are racing against time to curb the spread of COVID-19. The world’s youngest nation is recovering from a brutal civil war with the formation of a transitional government in January 2020 but ongoing conflict threatens to destabilize hard-won efforts. Information for media: If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please visit our media page: https://media.unhcr.org --- Keep up to date with our latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/unhcr?sub_confirmation=1 -- UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more. Read more at http://UNHCR.org Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help.

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Published to Youtube on: 15/07/2020

Archived on: 12/03/2025

Original URL (may no longer be available): https://youtube.com/watch?v=6FMrKNFmY_g