Why South Sudan Won’t Commemorate This Year`s Independence Celebrations
South Sudan, is believed to be Africa’s youngest nation. It is set to mark its 10th year of Independence on Friday 9th July 2021.
Christine Juma 
However, South Sudan's Council of Ministers confirmed on Thursday 8th that there will be no official celebrations for the country’s 10th independence anniversary on Friday. This is due to fears caused by the coronavirus pandemic in the country.
South Sudan`s President Salva Kiir Mayardit advised members of the public on Wednesday 7th to mark the day in their homes as part of measures to prevent the spread of the deadly Covid-19 pandemic.
South Sudan`s President Salva Kiir PHOTO /FILE
However, Deputy National Information Minister Baba Medan said that President Kiir will speak to citizens in a televised address on Friday.
“Putting into consideration the situation of Covid-19, the president directs the citizens of South Sudan to celebrate in their own houses, and there will be an official national address from the president, everyone will see or hear from their radios and TVs so that we will be avoiding any health issue,” said Medan.
