By Sabri Dibaco Gurei City FC were crowned Group B champions in the South Sudan National Cup after a 1–1 draw with Nguluwa FC of Mundri at the Buluk Training Ground. The match drew a lively crowd and proved highly competitive, with both sides battling for the top spot. Gurei[Read More…]
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COMMISSIONER : Welcomes SSPDF to Akobo
By Lodu William Odiya The Commissioner of Akobo County, James Kueth Makuach, has visited the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) stationed at Wei-Deng Noka, expressing readiness for peace and cooperation with the national army. During the visit, Commissioner Kueth also called on civilians who fled their homes due to[Read More…]
South Sudanese Girl Raped to Death, Perpetrator Killed by Mob
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a chilling refugee camp brutality, Superintendent of Police (SP) Asea Collins of North West Nile Region reports 13-year-old South Sudanese girls was raped and strangled to death by a neighbor, who was then lynched by a vengeful mob. The horror unfolded on March 9, 2026,[Read More…]
Civil Society urges release or trial of detained officials
By Sabri Dibaco Civil society activists have urged the government of South Sudan to release detainees or present them before a competent court of law. Speaking to the media, the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization, Edmund Yakani, said prolonged detention without trial undermines public confidence in[Read More…]
Government Pledges Support as Social Insurance Fund Confronts Policy Challenges
By Alan Clement The National Social Insurance Fund (NSIF) is facing resistance to its policies, prompting government-backed efforts to intensify public awareness and strengthen compliance with the law. According to a statement from the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Minister Albino Akol Atak urged the NSIF leadership to[Read More…]
South Sudan stands at a crossroads. Our Constitution promises equality, dignity, and protection for all citizens, yet women and girls continue to live under the shadow of violence, exclusion, and silence. Parliament cannot continue to delay the passage of laws that safeguard half of our population. Every day of inaction[Read More…]
Mental Health Isolation Unit Launched at Yei Civil Hospital
By James Innocent Health authorities and partners have officially launched a mental health isolation unit at Yei Civil Hospital in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, marking a significant step toward improving mental health services in the region. Speaking during the launch, the Director of the County Health Department, Simon[Read More…]
BISHOPS : Urge gov’t to stop military operations
By Chol D. Johnson The South Sudan Council of Churches (SSCC) has called on the government to immediately stop military operations in Jonglei State, warning that continued fighting threatens civilian lives and could deepen the humanitarian crisis. Speaking at a media briefing in Juba on Monday, His Eminence Stephen Ameyu[Read More…]
South Sudan Faces June Deadline on EAC Political Consultations
By Alan Clement South Sudan faces a June 30 deadline to finalize consultations on the EAC Political Confederation Constitution, a requirement set at the 25th Ordinary Summit in Arusha. The move carries significant implications for the country’s trade and economic cooperation within the region, where integration is seen as vital[Read More…]
South Sudan Tax: ‘Digital First’ Strategy to Combat Revenue Leakages
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan is overhauling its domestic resource mobilization through an aggressive digital transformation, aiming to plug revenue leakages and modernize a tax system long hampered by manual inefficiencies. The strategic pivot toward electronic systems is being spearheaded by the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA), the nation’s[Read More…]
Community Leaders Urge Action on Violence, Discrimination Against Women
By Sabri Dibaco Azande community leaders have called for stronger protection of women’s rights and greater investment in health awareness during the celebration of International Women’s Day at Suk Zande. The event, held under the theme “Give to Gain: Celebrating Our Strength of Generosity, Unity and Empowerment,” was organized by[Read More…]
Civilians Voice Concerns Over Review of MoU in Western Equatoria State
By Sabri Dibaco Civilians in Western Equatoria State have expressed growing concern about the possible implications of removing the memorandum of understanding (MoU) previously signed between the former state government and the Ambororo pastoralist community. The agreement, signed by the previous administration, was intended as a framework to regulate the[Read More…]
Youth urged to fight tribalism through sports in South Sudan
By Chol D. Johnson The National Minister of Youth and Sports, Mary Nawai Martin, has called on South Sudanese youth to combat tribalism and corruption through active participation in sports. Speaking on Saturday during the NBA Jr. basketball final in Juba, Minister Nawai emphasized that sports teach discipline, unity, and[Read More…]
Nimule Cargo Delays Blamed for Sharp Rise in Fuel Prices
By Alan Clement An economist has blamed cargo delays at the Nimule border for rising fuel prices in South Sudan, warning that supply disruptions are aggravating the country’s already fragile economy. Economist Dr. Abraham Maliet said the growing backlog of trucks carrying goods and fuel into the country has significantly[Read More…]
Over 100 people celebrates Opening of Yei County Legislative Council
By James Innocent The Commissioner of Yei River County, Emmanuel Taban Seme, officially opened the County Transitional Legislative Council on March 6, 2026, emphasizing the need for peace, unity, and development in the county. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony, the commissioner expressed gratitude to members of the council, religious leaders,[Read More…]
Government Failure to Motivate Teachers Hurting Village Schools
By Alan Clement Qualified teachers are abandoning rural schools due to poor pay and lack of incentives, leaving thousands of pupils without proper instruction in English and Mathematics, the National Teachers’ Union has warned. The alarm was raised following last year’s Primary Leaving Examination results, which showed English and Mathematics[Read More…]
Governor Lobong calls on Takaninyang residents to prioritize Education
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has called on residents of Napetait and Ngoloki in Takaninyang Payam, Kapoeta South County, to make education a top priority in their communities. During a courtesy visit to the area, Governor Lobong emphasized the importance of sending[Read More…]
ULTIMATUM : SSPDF Orders UNMISS, Civilians Out of Akobo
By Chol D. Johnson The South Sudan People’s Defence Force (SSPDF) has issued a 72-hour ultimatum for United Nations peacekeeping forces, NGOs, and civilians to vacate Akobo town. The announcement came on Friday during a press conference in Giada Barack conducted by Lul Ruai, the SSPDF spokesperson where Dr. Pual[Read More…]
Global Tensions: Warning Over ‘US-Iran Conflict’ Impact on 2025/26 Budget
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s financial future is being held hostage by a law of nature where the strongest survive and global conflicts dictate local stability, according to senior cabinet ministers who warned yesterday that the nation’s 2025/26 budget is under immediate threat. The Minister of Livestock and Fisheries,[Read More…]
STOP : Women call for an end to war as they commemorate their Day
By Chol D. Johnson and Yiep Joseph As South Sudan marked International Women’s Day on March 8, calls for peace and an immediate end to hostilities dominated the celebrations, with women leaders stressing that women and children continue to bear the brunt of conflict. The Deputy Special Representative of the[Read More…]