The trial

Pek in rɛwdɛ: Min nyooth thuɔ̱k This is the second episode of our program in Nuer, the local language spoken in Unity state, in the area where Block 5A was located and where the alleged crimes were committed. This trial is about justice for the survivors, and we hope this podcast will reach the people […]

The First Witnesses The trial has entered a new phase, marking a significant moment as the first South Sudanese witnesses take the stand. For several days, both the prosecution and defense teams have meticulously analyzed their testimonies, deconstructing the details of their statements. Pastor James Dong Kuong Ninrew and Reverend Matthew Mattiang Deang were among

The Defense Tactics The defense has finished their presentations in court, and we all wonder: what is their strategy, and did they present any striking new evidence to prove their clients’ innocence?  In this episode, we delve into the courtroom tactics used by the defense team, examining their key arguments and how they aim to

Pek in nhiam: Ɛ luk tuɔkɛ We are happy to announce the launch of the first episode of our program in Nuer, the local language spoken in Unity state in the area where Block 5A was located and where the alleged crimes were committed. Please spread the word and make sure it reaches people who

Around the world, there are more and more cases involving companies’ complicity in human rights abuses. In the Sudan operation, Lundin cooperated with two companies: Petronas of Malaysia and OMV from Austria. An Austrian NGO has just filed a complaint against OMV, accusing them of crimes in South Sudan together with Lundin. Much of the

The defense is arguing that Lundins business in Sudan was accepted by the international community. The UN did not intervene, nor did the EU. Is that true? Was the world silent?  We decided to take a closer look at who spoke out to stop the atrocities and who kept quiet. We also discuss how the

Is the System Broken? There are a number of international binding and non-binding conventions put in place to protect victims of war crimes, but to what extent is the international community living up to its obligations? In this episode, we discuss how the legal system is failing victims and how to fix it. You will

January 8, 2024 There have been major developments in the trial against the accused Ian Lundin, Alex Schneiter and the company Orrön Energy (previously known as Lundin Oil, Lundin Petroleum or Lundin Energy. On November 22, 2023, the court decided to separate the South Sudanese plaintiff’s claims for compensation from the war crimes trial. Instead,

It’s a Family Affair Who are the men behind the Lundin oil consortium-  and what happened with the profit from the oil endeavors in Sudan?  The Lundin family business has been handed over to the third generation as the company is trying to rebrand itself, focusing on green energy. How will a conviction affect them