By Lodu William Odiya The Ministry of foreign affairs has yesterday revealed that the relevant institutions in South Sudan and the Sudanese government are on the move to investigate the killing of South Sudanese citizen in Sudan. Speaking to the media yesterday, Ambassador Philip Jada Natana, who is the Director[Read More…]
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Parliament passes South Sudan-UAE Visa deal
By Alan Clement The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has passed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between South Sudan and UAE which proposes reciprocal visa exemptions. While some legislators hailed the agreement as a strategic move toward international integration, others raised alarms over its equity, security, and geopolitical risks. Despite[Read More…]
Cooperative Bank of South Sudan: The Need for Stronger Digital Banking Integration
The Cooperative Bank of South Sudan has established itself as one of the country’s leading financial institutions. It plays a critical role in the financial lives of citizens by paying salaries for both government and non-government employees. With services such as Internet Banking and Mobile Banking, the bank has taken[Read More…]
Children Cry for Survival as Leaders in J1 Remain Silent
On the dusty pavements of Juba’s bustling streets, one sight has become heartbreakingly common: children, barefoot and weary, their small hands stretched out in desperation. They ask for food, for water, for the chance to live another day. For many, the street is home. For others, it is a place[Read More…]
Our economy is the foundation of our lives. When it fails, people suffer. An economy is more than just buying and selling; it’s a complex system built on production, distribution, and trade. It’s shaped by everything from our education and technology to our political stability and natural resources. It is[Read More…]
Police arrest woman for pouring hot water on co-wife’s son
By Hou Akot Hou Police in Twic County in Warrap State have detained a woman for pouring hot water on her co-wife’s son, resulting in burns. Speaking to the media, Lieutenant Atem Deng Atem in Wun-rok in Twic County confirmed the detention, citing that investigations are underway. He expressed that[Read More…]
Over 400,000 households affected by flooding across Jonglei State
By Peter Kuol Kuch The Office of Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) in Jonglei State has reported an estimate of 400,000 households to have been affected by recent flooding. The recent flooding has been triggered by heavy rains and rise over Nile waters. Speaking to this News outlet, James Madiing[Read More…]
Bilnyang IDPs credit peace for agricultural revival
By Alan Clement The Bilnyang Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Women Group has attributed their renewed farming and food production efforts to the improved security situation in their area. The group expressed their gratitude during a courtesy visit to the National Chairperson of the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), Stephen K.[Read More…]
Floods submerge Alali, destroy crops
By Manas James Okony Alali Payam in Jonglei State’s Akobo County is facing an increasingly dire humanitarian situation as severe flooding hits the area, leaving homes and farms destroyed. The situation has progressively worsened over recent years due to various factors, including climate change, conflict, and infrastructural challenges. Alali, located[Read More…]
Central Bank Cracks Down on Currency Hoarding
By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has implemented new, sweeping financial reforms by prohibiting hoarding both local and foreign currency and commodities. The circular issued yesterday and by BoSS governor Dr. Addis Ababa Othow outlined penalties against people or institutions involved in hoarding of the currency.[Read More…]
Gov’t, Humanitarian partners assess flood situation in Upper Nile
By Alan Clement A high-level delegation led by Humanitarian Affairs Minister Albino Akol visited Malakal to assess flood risks and bolster coordination for emergency response across Upper Nile State. The delegation, which included the Deputy National Chairperson of the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), Aguek Ring Mabil, was joined by[Read More…]
BoSS set to launch real-time interbank payment system
By Alan Clement The Bank of South Sudan is set to launch the South Sudan Interbank Payment Settlement System (SSIPSS), a major step toward modernizing the nation’s financial infrastructure. Central bank Governor Dr. Addis Ababa Othow described the system as a cornerstone of monetary autonomy and a critical tool[Read More…]
KIIR directs Minister to prioritize fair, impartial justice for all
By Alan Clement President Salva Kiir has directed the newly appointed Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Dr. Joseph Geng Akec to reform the system and restore public trust in legal institutions. Speaking at a swearing-in ceremony for newly-appointed officials in Juba on Wednesday, President Kiir urged the newly appointed[Read More…]
Lobong urges parents to shield youth from armed group recruitment
By Alan Clement Eastern Equatoria State Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has urged families to shield youth from armed group recruitment, warning that political manipulation threatens peace in the area. Addressing peace rallies in Magwi and Torit counties, Governor Lobong urged families to prevent youth recruitment into armed groups, warning political[Read More…]
Bees stung a man to death in NBGs
By Hou Akot Hou A swarm of bees has stung a 48-year-old man to death in Aweil East of Northern Bahr El Gazal state(NBGs). According to the local sources on the ground, the incident occurred on Sunday at Parot village. The sources reported that the incident occurred when the man[Read More…]
Mundri East Youth League Sets Agenda for New WES Governor
By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Mundri East Youth League has outlined a list of demands for James Altaib, the newly appointed Governor of Western Equatoria State (WES). The youth leadership expressed optimism about Altaib’s appointment and a readiness to collaborate on pressing community issues. The distance from Mundri East and[Read More…]
The Sovereignty Party: A Sovereign Solution for South Sudan’s Triple Crisis?
Since its hard-won independence in 2011, South Sudan’s journey has been marred by a devastating trifecta of political instability, social fragmentation, and economic collapse. The promise of liberation has faded, replaced by a grim reality where power struggles, ethnic violence, and hyperinflation are the norm. In this landscape of disillusionment,[Read More…]
If you want to give up, you can go ahead now
Your life hasn’t always run on time and this is something you don’t need to study in school. Things will never get better and if you are one of the many young people who will inherit nothing, not even a chicken or goat from your dad, you need to buckle[Read More…]
State parliament summons education minister over fee increment
By Hou Akot Hou Northern Bahr El Gazal State’s (NBGs) Legislative Assembly has summoned Akoon Diing Angok, the state Minister of General Education. The summons is meant for the minister to explain to the House of Representatives pressing issues such as the increment of exam fees for candidates. This followed[Read More…]
When South Sudan’s Minister of Health, pledged to strengthen service delivery at Juba Teaching Hospital, many citizens must have breathed a sigh of relief. At last, they hoped, the country’s leading health institution would receive the attention it deserves. While the pledge to support is always gesture, it must not[Read More…]