By Yiep Joseph The fourth accused in the ongoing Nasir trial, Lt. Gen. Gabriel Duop Lam, has accused the leadership of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) of escalating tensions that led to clashes in Western Equatoria and in Nasir. He made the claim on Monday during the 101st[Read More…]
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2026ELECTION: NEC launches voter education, reaffirms neutrality
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan, through the National Election Commission (NEC), has officially launched a nationwide civic and voter education campaign. During the event, NEC reaffirmed its commitment to conducting a neutral and non-partisan electoral process while the government called on all eligible citizens to register and participate in the[Read More…]
Civil Society, Women’s Union call for political consensus ahead of elections
By Sabri Diabaco The civil society organisations and the Women’s Union of South Sudan have called on political leaders to commit to peaceful, free, and fair elections, warning that the absence of political consensus could increase the risk of electoral violence. The appeals were made during the launch of a[Read More…]
Reform committee begins Nimule border assessment to strengthen revenue collection
By Ijoo Bosco A high-level Government Committee on Economic Reform has arrived in Nimule to assess operations at South Sudan’s busiest border crossing as part of efforts to strengthen revenue collection and improve economic governance. The assessment aims to identify practical measures to enhance efficiency at the Nimule Border, curb[Read More…]
Acholi Community unveils reform agenda on customary law, and peace
By Ijoo Bosco The Acholi community in South Sudan adopted a wide-ranging set of resolutions during its extended meeting in Juba on 19 July 2026 to strengthen customary governance, promote peace, improve infrastructure, and preserve cultural heritage. Chaired by the community’s chairperson, Otim David Okot, the meeting brought together delegates[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should strengthen efforts on unification of forces
The unification of forces remains one of the most important unfinished tasks in South Sudan’s peace process. As the country prepares for its democratic transition and works to consolidate peace, the government must give greater priority to completing this critical commitment under the revitalised peace agreement. A unified national force[Read More…]
Can South Sudan’s elections unlock economic recovery and lasting security?
As South Sudan prepares for its long-awaited elections, expectations are high among citizens who hope the vote will mark the beginning of a new chapter. Across the country, people are asking whether elections can help solve the economic hardship and insecurity that have affected their daily lives for years. The[Read More…]
Building Democracy Amidst Conflict: The South Sudan constitutional gaps and political uncertainty
Writer: Okello Lawiri (MP) My fellow South Sudanese, as we approach the historic date of December 22, 2026, for our first national elections since independence, we find ourselves at a critical crossroads. The dream of a democratic, stable, and prosperous nation—the dream for which we fought so hard—remains elusive. While[Read More…]
PEACE: Communities urge stronger grassroots mediation in Torit
By Ijoo Bosco Participants in a three-day insider mediation training in Torit have called for stronger community-based peace mechanisms, saying local mediation remains essential to preventing conflicts and fostering lasting peace across Eastern Equatoria State. The training, organised by the Eastern Equatoria State Ministry of Peacebuilding in partnership with the[Read More…]
A man found dead after domestic incident in Rumbek
By Yang Ater Yang A 35-year-old man was found dead following a domestic incident in the Achol-Theen residential area of Rumbek Town, Lakes State, police have confirmed. According to Lakes State Police spokesperson Elijah Mabor Makuac, the incident began when the man allegedly attacked his wife, leaving her with serious[Read More…]
Joint border initiative seeks lasting peace between Kuku and Aringa communities
By Louis Loku South Sudanese and Ugandan leaders have intensified efforts to strengthen peace and cooperation along their shared border by engaging the Kuku community of Kajo-Keji County and the Aringa community of Uganda’s Yumbe District on the implementation of resolutions reached during the recently concluded Joint Border Meeting. The[Read More…]
Returnees at Gok-Machar camp decry stomach infections as poor food-feeding conditions persist
By Hou Akot Hou Over 2,600 returnees who have returned to South Sudan and are now camping at the Riang-Anei returnee camp in Gok-Machar, in Aweil North County of South Sudan’s Northern Bahr El Ghazal state, decry poor feeding. The returnees complained of increased infections among those local returnees living[Read More…]
NBG election commission official addresses local electorates on old constituencies
By Hou AKot Hou The Northern Bahr el Ghazal state’s High Election Commission has declared that they intend to visit all the constituencies used in the 2010 election. Joseph Akuei Yak, the chairperson of the Election Commission in Northern Bahr el Ghazal state, revealed to the media last week that[Read More…]
Governor Adil delivers relief aid to IDPs in Kajo-Keji
By Louis Loku Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony visited internally displaced persons (IDPs) sheltering at Sokare in Liwolo Payam, Kajo-Keji County. The governor and the delegation delivered emergency food assistance to IDPs and assured them of continued government support amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The governor, accompanied by[Read More…]
Network telecom companies declare another increment
By Yiep Joseph Mobile phone users across South Sudan will pay more for calls, internet bundles, and other telecommunications services. This came after the three major mobile network operators, MTN South Sudan, Zain South Sudan, and Digitel, declared the second phase of tariff increment. According to the statement extended to[Read More…]
South Sudan secures its first ever UNESCO world heritage site
By Louis Loku The Boma-Badingilo migratory landscape earns global recognition, marking a historic milestone for the country’s natural and cultural heritage. South Sudan has achieved a historic milestone after the Boma-Badingilo migratory landscape was officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming the country’s first-ever World Heritage Site. The[Read More…]
Uganda, South Sudan renew border security talks to ease tensions
By Sabri Dibaco Uganda and South Sudan launched renewed bilateral peace and security talks in Arua District, Uganda. The dialogue is aimed at addressing border-related tensions, strengthening cooperation, and promoting peaceful coexistence along their shared frontier. The fifth Uganda–South Sudan Joint Bilateral Meeting brought together senior government officials, security agencies,[Read More…]
CTSAMVM warns South Sudan security situation remains volatile
By Sabri Dibaco The Chairperson of the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM), Maj. Gen. Teshome Anagawe Ayana, has warned that South Sudan’s security situation remains “volatile and unpredictable.” He cited continued armed violence, criminal ambushes, and intercommunal conflicts as major threats to the implementation of[Read More…]
Governor calls for peace, protection of investments in Kapoeta
By Louis Loku The governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong, has called for the protection of lawful investments in Kapoeta South County. He warned that the destruction of businesses and private property discourages investors, threatens jobs, and slows economic development. The governor made the remarks during a consultative meeting[Read More…]
Community in Yei pay final tribute to plane crash victim late Vivian Nandege
By James Innocent Catholic clergy, civil society leaders, community members, and family gathered in Yei River County to pay their final respects to the late Vivian Nandege. Late Vivian was one of the 14 victims who died in the Luri plane crash involving a CityLink Aviation aircraft. Leading the memorial[Read More…]