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As Sudan votes: Civil Wars and state secessions

Arts, Culture & Media

Sudan, a country devastated by civil war, prepares to split in two. Is there a comparison to be made with our own country, which survived a civil war as a whole union? We look into the tragedy of war and the resulting political landscapes. “I need this referndum to be done peacefully, without any argument, […]

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Generations affected by decades of war in Sudan

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Southern Sudan votes

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Sudanese expats and the referendum

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The challenges for a new country in Africa

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South Sudan: Africa’s next nation?

Global Politics

The nation of Sudan could soon be split in two. A referendum is to determine the status of the South of the country. Polls show that most southerners want to secede. Sean Carberry is a reporter with PRI’s America Abroad. He’s in Malakal in southern Sudan.

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Sudan split over oil

Global Politics

An oil-rich area on the border between northern and southern Sudan is adding to already tense relations that exist between the Sudanese government and southern leaders. Anchor Lisa Mullins finds out more from Rebecca Hamilton.

Can South Sudan Gain Independence Peacefully?

Conflict & Justice

It’s a historic moment in African history. South Sudan will secede from the North, which is predominantly Muslim. James Copnall, BBC’s Sudan correspondent reports on the new country.

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