Politics

Peace deal threatened: South Sudan's oil minister and opposition general arrested

Puot Kang Chol detained at home as opposition leader Riek Machar's residence in Juba surrounded by troops

South Sudan's President Salva Kiir (right) and Vice President Riek Machar (left).
South Sudan's President Salva Kiir (right) and Vice President Riek Machar (left).Photo: AP/SCANPIX
Africa CorrespondentLondon
Published 6 March 2025, 10:42Updated 6 March 2025, 10:42
South SudanSalva KiirRiek MacharPuot Kang CholAfrica