Riek Machar’s delayed return to Juba threatens to undermine fragile peace agreement as differences over arms and troops rumble onAfter days of suspense and confusion in Juba,opposition leader Riek Machar postponed his arrival in South Sudan’s capital twice this week, drawing criticism from the international community and leaving the populace in doubt over the peace process.
Machar was due to return to Juba on 18 April to be sworn in as vice-president alongside his rival, or President Salva Kiir – a crucial step towards a unity government and the conclusion of a civil war that has killed tens of thousands and left 5.1 million people needing humanitarian assistance.
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Source: theguardian.com