Regional leaders had wanted a cessation of hostilities and talks to begin by 31 December. The attack on Bor was a clear attempt by Mr Machar to show his military power, which will strengthen his hand in any negotiations. He also said his delegation will be led by Rebecca Nyandeng, the widow of the South Sudanese hero John Garang. As a Dinka, she may help Mr Machar challenge the allegation that his rebellion is primarily from his Nuer ethnic group. It is interesting that Mr Machar is now admitting that the "white army" - an ethnic militia - is "part of" his army.
Rais Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, Naibu Rais wa Afrika Kusini Cyril Ramaphosa (kulia) na Bw. Bw. Deng Alor Kuol wakifurahia wakati Rais Salva Kiir Mayardiy wa Sudan ya Kusini (wa pili kushoto) na Makamu wa Rais wa zamani wa Sudan Dkt Riek Machar Teny (wa pili kulia) wakipeana mikono na kubadilishana nyaraka baada ya kutia saini mkatana wa makubaliano ya kukiunganisha upya chama cha SPLM cha Sudani Kusini katika hoteli ya Ngurdoto jijini Arusha Jumatano Januari 21, 2015 usiku.