Africa - Voice of America: South Sudanese Celebrate Martyrs' Day

Africa - Voice of America africa

South Sudanese Celebrate Martyrs' Day Jul 30th 2012, 18:26 Thousands gathered at John Garang Mausoleum in the South Sudan capital of Juba to celebrate the country's seventh annual Martyrs' Day. The event is held each year to remember the sacrifices made by the two million people who died during the 21-year civil war in Sudan before South Sudan declared its independence. This year, many are calling on the state to help support the widows and orphans left behind. Martyrs' Day began on this day six years ago, one year after Dr. John Garang was ... Media files: 65862A37-5AE0-4E31-BFF5-53BCBD16E6EB_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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