Q+A with Anne Itto: Is women's position in South Sudan changing?
Minister discusses upcoming independence and its potential impact on women
FACTBOX: Women in South Sudan
Women gain ground in South Sudan's politics, obstacles remain
What does independence mean for South Sudan's women?
Women optimistic about opportunities, but massive hurdles ahead
Millions still die due to lack of midwives - U.N.
As well as saving lives, good midwives can help contribute to a country's development, the U.N. has said in the first global midwifery report for 35 years
In Liberia, Chad close to 450,000 forgotten refugees remain stranded
World Refugee Day focuses global attention on the most marginalized of populations
North Sudan army seen massing in border state
Satellite images show heavy transports and artillery massing in the capital of the conflict-stricken Southern Kordofan state