Armed groups in South Sudan release more than 300 child soldiers

The United Nations has revealed that armed groups in South Sudan have released more than 300 child soldiers as part of an ongoing project to free at least 400 children.

According to a statement by the UN mission in the country (UNMISS), the 311 children, including 87 girls, will now begin re-integrating into their communities.

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“Children should not be carrying guns and killing each other,” said David Shearer, head of UNMISS.
“They should be playing, learning, having fun with friends, protected and cherished by the adults around them.

Research by the UN mission reveals that the South Sudan Liberation Movement had recruited 563 children, while some 137 were associated with the Sudan People’s Liberation Army In-Opposition.

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