Sudan re-opens border with South Sudan

Sudan’s border with South Sudan has re-opened for the first time since the South’s secession in 2011. The borders were closed following South Sudan’s independence from Sudan at the end of the civil war on 9 July, 2011.

There have been tense relations between the two countries, following disagreements on borders, resources and sovereignty. Both countries have accused each other of backing armed rebellions and militias.

 According to Reuters, President Omar Hassan al-Bashir of Sudan has issued a decree ordering relevant authorities to take measures ensuring that the border remains open.

This is definitely a good sign of peace for the two countries and an indication of better days ahead.