The Hidden Cost of Oil

South Sudan has been marred by years of conflict, much of which has been waged over the oil fields in the north of the country. A week of fighting in South Sudan shows no signs of abating. Forces loyal to the former vice president have seized the main city of a key oil producing region.Amidst the fighting, there have been reports of intermittent health scares linked to deformities and congenital disease. I've received a series of documents, minutes, letters and medical reports that highlight the high levels ...