Although more than 80 thousand kilometres of roads have been de-mined in South Sudan, fresh laid landmines by militia forces are a threat to aid delivery.
David Gressly, UN chief coordinator in the South, accused renegade George Athor of laying fresh landmines that endanger relief efforts in Jonglei state, where the former general is staging his rebellion.Two months after a peaceful referendum, the region has seen an increase in clashes between rebel groups and the SPLA.
The clashes have left hundreds of people dead and many thousands more displaced.
Although the SPLA prevented the UN to access the fighting fields to assess humanitarian needs, Mr. Gressly confirmed that UNMIS has gained access to the areas earlier blocked.
On July 9 South Sudan will become a brand new nation. However, analysts say that the uprising of militia forces will pose a threat to the governance of the new country.