By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan has raised concern over the increasing abuse and misuse of the Red Crescent, Red Cross, and Red Crystal emblems and their indicative logos across the country. The authorities warned that unauthorised use of the protected emblems is punishable under the laws of the Republic[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
Op_Ed: A policy appeal for energy security, and affordable petroleum products
South Sudan stands at an important economic crossroads. As an oil-producing nation, the country should continue to examine how greater domestic value addition can translate its petroleum resources into tangible benefits for ordinary citizens, businesses, and the wider national economy. Developments surrounding major refinery projects in Africa, including the Dangote[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should strengthen service delivery alongside elections
South Sudan’s preparations for elections should not come at the expense of the basic services citizens depend on every day. As the country moves toward the next electoral process, political attention is understandably focused on preparations, institutions, and the participation of citizens. But government has responsibilities that go beyond elections.[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Parents must protect children as heavy rains and winds hit Juba
The ongoing October-November-December (OND) rainy season is bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to Juba, creating risks for residents, particularly children who may not fully understand the dangers associated with severe weather. In recent days, Juba City has witnessed heavy rains accompanied by strong winds that have affected homes, roads,[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Inter-party dialogue should have implementable recommendations
South Sudan’s inter-party dialogue offers an important opportunity for political leaders to address the country’s challenges and build a more stable future. However, for the process to have lasting value, it must go beyond speeches, statements, and political commitments. It should produce clear, practical, and implementable recommendations. For many years,[Read More…]
Ashley calls for protection of aid workers serving vulnerable communities
By Sabri Dibaco The outgoing Ambassador David Ashley has raised concern over the killing of humanitarian workers in several parts of South Sudan, saying aid personnel have lost their lives while carrying out essential services for vulnerable communities across the country. Speaking about the humanitarian situation, Ashley stated that humanitarian[Read More…]
Juba County Commissioner Kalisto Lado vows to crack down on corruption
By Lodu William Odiya The Caretaker Commissioner of Juba County, Kalisto Lado Faustino, has vowed to take firm action against all forms of corruption and misuse of public resources in the county. Commissioner Lado said his administration would not tolerate corruption involving land, finances, public administration, or moral conduct, warning[Read More…]
CES Governor tasks officials to prepare citizens for election
By Lodu William Odiya The Caretaker Governor of Central Equatoria State, Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has tasked newly sworn-in County Commissioners and Juba City leadership to prepare citizens for peaceful and credible elections. The governor was speaking last Friday during the swearing-in of the six caretaker county commissioners, the[Read More…]
WES caretaker governor pledges support for peace, timely elections
By Sabri Dibaco The caretaker governor of Western Equatoria State has pledged to work for peace and support efforts to ensure the upcoming general elections are conducted on time. Speaking after receiving five Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles donated to the state government by the senior presidential adviser on special programs,[Read More…]
President Kiir travels to Kenya for talks on elections, regional cooperation
By Louis Loku President Salva Kiir Mayardit has travelled to Kenya for high-level talks with President William Ruto, with South Sudan’s upcoming elections, regional stability, and economic cooperation expected to dominate the discussions. Kiir left Juba on Sunday for Nairobi, which marks his first visit to Kenya since the dissolution[Read More…]
PEACE: Guns should no longer resolve our differences
By Louis Loku Catholic Church leader Cardinal Dr. Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla has called on South Sudanese political actors to settle political, social, and economic differences through dialogue, saying guns should no longer be used as a means of resolving disagreements. Cardinal Ameyu made the remarks during a meeting with[Read More…]
SPLM says party primaries will determine candidates for general elections
By Sabri Dibaco The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) will begin its internal preparations for the upcoming general elections on Monday, October 5, with the opening of the nomination process for party members seeking to contest for elected positions. SPLM Secretary General Akol Paul Koordit said nomination forms would be[Read More…]
Juba County Commissioner Kalisto calls for unity, peace and development
By Lodu William Odiya The Caretaker Commissioner of Juba County, Kalisto Lado Foustino Nyigilo, has called on communities to promote unity, peace, and development through cultural activities and community initiatives. According to his office press unit, he made the remarks during his first official visit to Gorom Boma in Rejaf[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Citizens must stop tribalism
South Sudan cannot achieve lasting peace and meaningful development if tribalism continues to divide its citizens. At a time when the country is preparing for elections and facing serious economic and social challenges, citizens must reject tribal hatred and embrace unity as a national responsibility. Tribal identity is an important[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Stop the attacks and give citizens a chance to vote
South Sudanese citizens are preparing for the December 2026 general elections, hoping to exercise their constitutional right to choose their leaders through the ballot box. But for that right to become meaningful, the country must first create an environment in which citizens can live, move, and participate in the electoral[Read More…]
PEACE: Renewing Akut de Door and growing the next generation of peace champions in Rumbek
By Yang Ater Yang Peace Canal organisations organised a review. Gelweng Youth Peace Committee performance brought together 45 (group peace committee) Akut, the door of Greater Rumbek, is supported by Lakes State Government officials and peace partners supported by the Peacebuilding Opportunity Fund (POP) 14 existing members were transitioned and[Read More…]
Senior presidential envoy engages WES governor, discuss election preparedness
By Lodu William Odiya Senior Presidential Envoy on Special Programs, Adut Salva Kiir, has held consultations with Western Equatoria State Caretaker Governor Daniel Badagbu Rumbasa on key national priorities and preparations for a peaceful electoral process. The meeting was part of consultations between the presidential envoy and caretaker state leaders[Read More…]
SSuNDE calls for urgent action to address security challenges ahead of election
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudanese Network for Democracy and Elections (SSuNDE) and the East and Horn of Africa Election Observation Network (E-HORN) have called for urgent, coordinated, and measurable action to address outstanding institutional, legal, operational, security, and civic-space challenges ahead of South Sudan’s scheduled 22 December 2026[Read More…]
SPLM urges women, youth leagues to intensify preparations for national convention
By Sabri Dibaco The Secretary General of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), Dr. Akol Paul Kordit, has urged the party’s Women and Youth Leagues to intensify grassroots mobilisation and prepare for upcoming party congresses as the movement reorganises ahead of the planned December 2026 elections. Dr. Kordit made the[Read More…]
President Kiir receives voter registration book from National Election Commission
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan’s National Elections Commission (NEC) has presented the voter registration book and other electoral forms to President Salva Kiir Mayardit, as preparations continue for the country’s planned December 22 general elections. NEC Chairperson Gabriel Bol Deng Majok said the registration materials contain security features intended to[Read More…]