South Sudan: Four Years On from Independence
3,744 views · Published 7 July 2015 · 2:16 · Indexed 6 November 2026
Channel: UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency · 2015 · News & Politics
In 2011 the people of South Sudan celebrated their independence. Four years later, the world’s newest nation is one of the world’s worst humanitarian situations. In December 2013, conflict erupted displacing 2 million people including more than 600,000 refugees. South Sudanese have fled to Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, and Sudan. The crisis has especially impacted the next generation of South Sudanese, 70% of those displaced are children. "I am worried about the situation in South Sudan. I think of it day and night. Ethiopia is not my home. At home it is a mess, that is why I am here. I am really worried about my nation." Read more: http://www.unhcr.org/559bc4876.html 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 contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]. --- 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.
