By Alan Clement Central Bank Governor Johnny Ohisa Damian has on Wednesday defended South Sudan’s monetary policy before lawmakers, amid rising concerns over liquidity shortages disrupting commercial banks and the wider economy. In a Bank of South Sudan statement, Governor Ohisa appeared before the Finance and Planning Committee of the[Read More…]
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Health Minister Calls for Government-Led Strategy to Tackle Health Challenges
By Chol D. Johnson Sarah Cleto Rial, National Minister of Health, has called for an urgent and comprehensive government-led strategy to address critical health challenges facing South Sudan. In a statement issued Thursday by the Ministry’s press unit, Cleto stressed the need for stronger government leadership to confront persistent problems[Read More…]
CES Governor calls on Youth League to embark on youth mass mobilization
By Chol D. Johnson The Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has called on the National Youth League chairperson to embark on youth mass mobilization. In a press statement issued on Thursday by the state governor’s press unit, Governor Emmanuel Adil, called on Youth League leadership to embark on[Read More…]
WARNING :No Political Interference in Dr. Machar’s Case
By Yiep Joseph and Lodu William Odiya The government of South Sudan has reaffirmed that only the special court in Juba has the mandate to determine the case of suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused. Dr. Machar and the seven others face charges including murder, conspiracy,[Read More…]
Diplomatic missions call on gov’t to take action to end escalating conflict
By Alan Clement A disturbing pattern of targeted killings against humanitarian workers has emerged across South Sudan, prompting sharp condemnation from international partners and raising urgent questions about the safety of aid delivery in one of the world’s most fragile states. In a joint statement from eight diplomatic missions including[Read More…]
CTSAMVM Urges Parties to Recommit to South Sudan Ceasefire
By Chol D. Johnson The Chairperson of the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM), Teshome Anagawe Ayana, has urged all signatory parties and security mechanisms to recommit to the Permanent Ceasefire in South Sudan. Speaking during the CTSAMVM Technical Committee meeting on Thursday in Juba, Anagawe[Read More…]
ICT Ministry vows to ensure effective operation of Cyber crime Act
By Lodu William Odiya The Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and Postal service has vowed to ensure effective operationalization of the Cybercrime and computer misuse Act 2026 in order to safeguard individuals from cyber threats. Ateny’s remark followed the signing of the bill into Law by President Salva Kiir Mayardit[Read More…]
Teachers’ Union Alleges Irregular Sale of Teachers’ Quarters in Juba Day
By Alan Clement The Teachers’ Professional Union of Central Equatoria State has accused authorities of illegally selling land for teachers’ quarters to private individuals, warning the move threatens educators’ welfare and undermines education delivery in Juba. According to a statement from the State’s Housing ministry, the Chairman of the union,[Read More…]
South Sudan analyst warns of ‘suicide’ mission ahead of December 2026 Polls
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A leading South Sudanese analyst has issued a chilling warning regarding the country’s electoral path, suggesting that the current climate of violence turns participation in the December 2026 polls into a near-certain “suicide mission.” In a stark assessment of the security landscape, an analyst—whom we have[Read More…]
TOO MUCH FREEDOM IS HARMING THE YOUNG GENERATIONS IN AFRICA
By: Ayuel Mangok Angui The western world has imported the freedom to Africans and it has never taught us about the meaning of freedom and what is supposed to be done when we are free in the Society. Freedom is the most important thing in human life, because we are[Read More…]
Forcing Things Brings Surprises to Happen
Education is supposed to be a bridge that connects people to opportunities, dignity, and a better future. In South Sudan, many people believe that education is the only weapon the poor, vulnerable, and orphaned children have to change their lives. But today, I am confused and deeply traumatized by what[Read More…]
Article Title (26): Rise from sleep with Jesus Christ, thank God, and with faith and trust you will find grace. Sermon Title: Habakkuk’s Prayer — Glorifying the Eternal Holy One in Heaven and Earth. Habakkuk 3:1–19 My dear brothers and sisters in Christ our Lord, greetings to you all in[Read More…]
A Call to Rescue South Sudan’s Economy
As economy struggle, there is need to put more efforts inform of action to get solution. Due to liquidity crisis, the most basic right to access one’s own money has been denied, Banks remain cashless, yet civil servants are paid through them. Teachers, doctors, and soldiers are left stranded, unable[Read More…]
Women Leader calls on youths to refrain from warfare but learn to be Peace champions
By Peter Kuol Kuch The women leader at Jonglei State women association has called on the Youths in South Sudan to refrain from warfare. The women leader urged the youth to engage in activities that championing Peace. Speaking during Youth Caravan in Bor on Wednesday, Madam Joyce, the Chairperson of[Read More…]
South Sudan, Egypt to strengthens bilateral coordination for 20th Nile Basin celebration
By Chol D. Johnson South Sudan and Arab Republic of Egypt have reaffirmed commitment in strengthening bilateral coordination and advancing preparations for the upcoming 20th Nile Day Regional Celebration. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Press Unit on Tuesday, Monday Semaya Kumba, the minister of Foreign[Read More…]
South Sudan, China Reaffirm Strategic Partnership with Focus on Oil and Education
By Alan Clement The Republic of South Sudan and the People’s Republic of China have reaffirmed their longstanding friendship and strategic partnership with a renewed focus on energy and education. The renewed partnership was confirmed following a high-level meeting between Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Monday Semaya[Read More…]
KIIR : Signs Cybercrime, other Bills
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has signed into law Cyber Crime and Computer Misuse Act 2026 among other Bills. In a statement released by the presidential press unit on Wednesday, the Bills includes CyberCrime and Computer Misuse Act 2026, Southern Sudan Audit Chamber Act, 2011 (Amendment) Act,[Read More…]
Cattle Raiding Leaves Four Dead, Seven Wounded in Tonj South
By Chol D Johnson At least four people were killed and seven others injured in a violent cattle-raiding incident in Tonj South County, authorities in Warrap State have confirmed. The attack, which also resulted in the theft of 13 cattle, has been strongly condemned by the state government. In a[Read More…]
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has ordered the Sudan People Liberation Movement’s Secretariat to undertake a comprehensive audit and evaluation of all the party’s assets, investments, and related companies both at home and abroad. According to a statement that was released by Presidential press unit yesterday, president[Read More…]
South Sudan VP urges ‘reconciliation’ and ‘solidarity’ during rare dual-fasting month for Christians, Muslims
By Kei Emmanuel Duku At a moment of rare spiritual convergence, South Sudan’s Vice President, Prof. James Wani Igga, has called for a nationwide “reconciliation” as both Christians and Muslims begin their respective holy seasons of fasting almost simultaneously. The Vice President extended heartfelt messages of unity, empathy, charity, and[Read More…]