Last week's agreement on oil could lead to war between the Sudans, not avert it
Tim Flatman, writing from Juba, South Sudan The “international community”, a nebulous concept at the best of times, achieved rare unity in its desire for and welcoming of an agreement…
Dick of the Year – Thabo Mbeki
This is a nomination for Bright Green's Dick of the Year 2011 award from Tim Flatman. To submit your own nomination email 200 (or so) words to editors (at) brightgreenscotland…
Bright Green Salutes South Sudanese Independence
And now for something a little different, a musical salute to South Sudanese independence. Enjoy.
South Sudan Oyee!
By Tim Flatman As of midnight 9th July (10pm 8th July UK time), South Sudan became an independent nation. How should we respond? As far as moments of liberation go,…
Is there a political solution to halt genocide in the Nuba Mountains, Sudan?
Guest post by Tim Flatman, who has recently returned from South Sudan. Is genocide always an irrational action carried out by a despot who has lost his grasp on reality, or…
Sudan: what does the Referendum mean?
By Ian Leggett Last week the citizens of Southern Sudan voted in a historic referendum to determine whether they remain part of a united Sudan or secede. If those who…