By Ijoo Bosco The election of a new leadership for the Ifwotu community in Torit County has raised fresh hopes for stronger unity, peacebuilding and development after a prolonged period without an active community administration. Advocate Ajo Onyo Ohisa has been elected chairperson of the Ifwotu community, with Martine Okudo[Read More…]
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Governor Adil inspects Lainya Hospital, calls for improved healthcare services
By Louis Loku The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has inspected Lainya Hospital to assess its condition and the challenges affecting healthcare delivery in the county. During the visit, Governor Adil called for the renovation and expansion of the hospital, improved medical services, and better working conditions[Read More…]
Bor Municipal Council orders drivers to vacate Bor-Juba car park
By Sabri Dibaco The Bor Municipal Council has ordered the Drivers Union and all transport operators using the Bor-Juba Car Park to vacate the premises within seven days to pave the way for commercial development. The directive was issued by the Deputy Mayor for Land and Physical Infrastructure of Bor[Read More…]
Torit Municipality steps up action against youth violence
By Ijoo Bosco Torit Municipal authorities have moved to curb rising youth violence following the arrest of a 25-year-old man accused of attacking another resident with a machete. Dominic Gidu Peterno was arrested by municipal operation forces after allegedly chopping 35-year-old James Ohayo, a resident of Hai Ingas residential area[Read More…]
Prosecution responds to defence bid to record Machar’s remaining statements
By Yiep Joseph The prosecution has formally responded to a defense application seeking to have the remaining statements of Dr. Riek Machar, the fifth accused, recorded in both audio and video. Lead Prosecutor Ajo Ony’Ohissa submitted the prosecution’s written response on Monday during proceedings. Lead defense lawyer Kur Lual Kur[Read More…]
Attack leaves 60 people dead, 50 wounded in Tonj North County
By Sabri Dibaco At least 60 people have been killed and 50 others wounded in two separate cattle-related attacks in Tonj North County, Warrap State, according to state authorities. The attacks reportedly occurred in the early hours of Sunday, August 9, when suspected armed youth from neighbouring Unity State attacked[Read More…]
Acholi stakeholders move to strengthen customary justice, preserve culture
By Ijoo Bosco Acholi community leaders and local stakeholders in Magwi County have begun efforts to strengthen customary justice and community governance through the validation of a draft Acholi Customary Law. The stakeholders gathered Monday at the Magwi Community Multipurpose Centre for a four-day technical validation, dialogue, and consensus-building workshop[Read More…]
SSPDF leadership on move to integrate SPLA-IO forces
By Yiep Joseph The Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), Gen. Santino Deng Wol, has begun efforts to accelerate the integration of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) forces into the national army in Unity State. Gen. Santino made the move[Read More…]
WES governor warns against SPLM-IO mobilization against peace
By Sabri Dibaco Western Equatoria State (WES) Governor Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa has warned political and armed groups against activities that could undermine peace in Tambura and Nagero counties as South Sudan prepares for the 2026 elections. The governor said authorities had restored calm in parts of Tambura but acknowledged that[Read More…]
China backs sanctions lift on South Sudan
By Sabri Dibaco China has called for the lifting or timely adjustment of sanctions on South Sudan. It urged the international community to support the country through dialogue, cooperation, and development rather than punitive measures. Speaking at the United Nations Security Council, China’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Fu[Read More…]
Aweil medical director urges parents to register births early
By Hou Akot Hou The Director of the Medical Commission in Aweil has urged parents to obtain birth notification certificates for their children immediately after birth, saying the documents are essential for securing national identity certificates and preventing disputes over children’s ages. Bol Abdalla Chak-Chak, Director of the Medical Commission,[Read More…]
NBGs appoints county youth directors
By Hou Akot Hou The Northern Bahr El Ghazal State Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports has appointed directors to oversee the ministry’s activities in three counties. The appointments cover Aweil East, Aweil West, and Aweil South counties, according to a ministerial order signed by State Minister of Culture, Youth,[Read More…]
Governor Adil calls for unity, peace in Wonduruba
By Louis Loku The Chairperson of the SPLM in Central Equatoria State, Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has urged party members and residents of Wonduruba Administrative Payam to remain united and peaceful as the country prepares for the December 2026 general elections. Adil made the call on Saturday while closing a[Read More…]
Over 30 trained in human rights documentation in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang At least 30 participants from different institutions, including local journalists, civil society organisations, the Human Rights Commission, and human rights defenders, have completed a three-day training on human rights documentation, reporting, and advocacy in Lakes State. The training was organised by the Human Rights Division of[Read More…]
Lakes State launches civic and voter education campaign
By Yang Ater Yang The Lakes State High Elections Committee (SHEC), in collaboration with the National Elections Commission (NEC) and the state government, has officially launched a civic and voter education campaign in Rumbek. The campaign was launched under the theme, “Empowering Citizens for Democratic Participation, Peaceful Coexistence, and Civil[Read More…]
Nile City FC get new coaches as the team prepares for the upcoming football season
By Sabri Dibaco Nile City Football Club fan Emmanuel Ziaziako has registered the club’s head coach and assistant coach as the team steps up preparations for the upcoming football season. Ziaziako confirmed that he personally facilitated the registration of Emmanuel Arama as head coach and Chocho as assistant coach. The[Read More…]
WES governor condemns Mundri road killings
By Sabri Dibaco Western Equatoria State Governor, Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa, has condemned the killing of two women and other civilians in a road ambush along the Juba–Mundri road in Mundri East County. In a statement issued on Saturday, Governor Badagbu expressed concern over the attack, which he said was carried[Read More…]
South Sudan not ready for credible polls, NDM says
By Louis Loku The National Democratic Movement (NDM) has warned that South Sudan is not ready to conduct credible elections. The party cited ongoing insecurity, incomplete reforms, weak institutional preparedness, and a lack of conditions necessary for a free, fair, and peaceful electoral process. The opposition party made the statement[Read More…]
Cabinet approves Constitutional Amendment Bill to pave way for Elections
By Sabri Dibaco The Council of Ministers has approved the Transitional Constitution of the Republic of South Sudan (Amendment No. 13) Bill, 2026. This is considered a key legal measure intended to remove constitutional barriers and facilitate preparations for the country’s planned general elections in December 2026. The decision was[Read More…]
President Kiir receives JEDCO audit report, calls for improved electricity services
By Sabri Dibaco President Salva Kiir Mayardit has received the 2025 statutory annual audit report on the Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO). The government pledged to use the findings to strengthen accountability and improve electricity services in South Sudan. The report was presented to the president on Friday by Auditor[Read More…]