By Alan Clement Civil Society have cautioned the young people to prioritize clear, issue-driven advocacy over personalized or vague calls for action. According to Civil Society activists, to meaningfully shape South Sudan’s political and electoral landscape there is need for serious engagement. Noel Kaiga Joseph, Executive Director of Space, a[Read More…]
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NBG’s Medics plea for donations as the blood bank runs dry
By Hou Akot Hou Medics at Aweil Civil Hospital in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State called for blood donations, citing shortages at the hospital. The officials expressed that as the blood bank ran dry, most patients in need of blood have been left vulnerable with little or no assistance. The[Read More…]
Parliament passes National Youth Development Policy
By Yiep Joseph The National Legislative Assembly (NTLA) has passed the long-awaited National Youth Development Policy, 2025. The parliament made the progress after serious deliberation during its Thursday morning sitting. The long struggle by youth organizations and civil society has finally been realized as lawmakers passed the policy. During Thursday’s[Read More…]
POLITICKING: Kiir reminds SSPDF
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir has once again cautioned his comrades in the military to cease involvement in the country’s politics. The head of state emphasized defending the country, its people, and their properties as the sole constitutional role of the military; hence, they should not be involved in[Read More…]
SSPDF officers urge to avoid intimidating journalists
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan people Defense Forces (SSPDF) spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang has yesterday urged the officers to avoid intimidating journalists when carrying out their duties. This remark followed a roundtable discussion between the stakeholders on media relations and human rights organized by the South[Read More…]
Yei receives over 3,000 Returnees
By James Innocent The Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) in Yei River County has confirmed that more than 3,000 returnees have voluntarily returned to their hometown. The RRC stated that the data was collected between September and October. According to the officials despite challenges posed by poor road conditions and[Read More…]
VP Bol Mel, Governor Dollar discuss stability for Nasir
By Lodu William Odiya Vice President and Chairperson of the Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, and the recently appointed Upper Nile State Governor, Jacob Dollar Ruot, have pledged a joint commitment to restore lasting peace and stability in Upper Nile State. The commitment follows a meeting between the two[Read More…]
Young women urged to engage in South Sudan politics
By Alan Clement Young South Sudanese women have been urged to break cultural barriers and engage in politics, as a fellow youth warned their exclusion from decision-making threatens the country’s democratic progress. At a recent youth engagement forum, Susan Alfred, a young entrepreneur emphasized that women’s voices are indispensable in[Read More…]
Hunger is a Fatal Disease
By Kiden Stela Mandela South Sudan is facing a severe and deepening hunger crisis that threatens to cost countless lives. This dire situation is a direct consequence of the continuous depreciation of the local currency against the United States dollar. The government must urgently open its eyes to this catastrophe.[Read More…]
Police Detain Woman Over Neighbour Assault in Warrap State
By Hou Akot Hou Police in Gogrial East County, Warrap State, have detained an elderly woman accused of seriously assaulting a neighbour and leaving him unconscious. Authorities are still searching for the woman’s son, who is also implicated in the attack. The incident took place on Monday in Malual Amuk[Read More…]
Lobong Urges Juba to Facilitate Returnees Fleeing Crisis in Kenya’s Kakuma Camp
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has called on the National Government to urgently provide assistance to facilitate the safe and orderly return of South Sudanese citizens who are trekking home from Kenya’s Kakuma Refugee Camp. Governor Lobong made the appeal to President[Read More…]
SSPDF officers, civilians urged to uphold truth, human rights
By Alan Clement The Director of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces’ Directorate of Child Protection has urged both military officers and civilians to uphold truth, accountability, and respect for human rights in their daily conduct. Speaking exclusively to this outlet, Maj. Gen. Chaplain Khamis Edward emphasized that the protection[Read More…]
Raila Odinga dies of heart attack
By Lodu William Odiya The Former Kenyan prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga has on Wednesday died of Cardiac arrest at the age of 80, in Indian city Kochi, where he had been receiving medical treatment. According to the report, the late Odinga collapsed during a morning walk and was rushed[Read More…]
COURT: Extends time frame
By Yiep Joseph The South Sudan government has extended the lifespan of the special court trying Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused. The court pronounced the extension on Wednesday during the 10th session following the recent expiration of the previously given time frame. During the previous session, Dr. Geri Raimondo[Read More…]
Forces resolve to permanently eliminate roadblocks
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Security forces has yesterday resolved to collaborate and work together to permanently eliminate the roadblocks in the country. In statement issued by the South Sudan Peoples Forces (SSPDF) spokesperson Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, the resolution came during a lengthy and fruitful deliberation[Read More…]
South Sudan mourns former Kenyan prime Minister Odinga
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has expressed a deep sorrow for the passing of Raila Amolo Odinga, EGH, the former Kenyan Prime Minister. “It is with profound sorrow and a deep sense of loss that I learned of the passing of the Right Honourable Raila Amolo Odinga,[Read More…]
Special court adjourns trials to Friday
By Yiep Joseph The Special Court trying Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused has adjourned trials to Friday, 17, 2025. This came after a brief adjournment on Wednesday during the 10th session. After a series of presentations of the prosecution exhibits, at the session the presiding judge, Dr. James Alala,[Read More…]
The South Sudan government, and the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs in particular, should use necessary means to achieve peaceful disarmament. As this country experiences instability in some parts of the areas due to the spread of arms among the communities, there is a need for peaceful disarmament. This[Read More…]
Journalists call on Media Authority to reduce accreditation fees
By Alan Clement Journalists in South Sudan have called on the Media Authority to reconsider the cost of accreditation, citing financial hardship, low pay, and systemic constraints that continue to undermine press freedom and professional sustainability. Speaking at a media forum in Juba, Emmanuela Joyce, a journalist with the South[Read More…]
Eritreans arrested over illegal entry in South Sudan
By Lodu William Odiya At least 14 Eritrean Nationals have been arrested over illegal entry in South Sudan’s Northern Bahr El Ghazal while cruising to Sudan. While addressing the media yesterday, Maj. Gen. Elia Costa Faustino, the Director General in the Directorate of Civil Registry, Nationality, Passports, and Immigration confirmed[Read More…]