By Alan Clement The European Union has urged South Sudan’s government to fast-track gender-based violence legislation and increase funding for health and education, warning weak protections and minimal public spending continue to endanger women and girls. Speaking on the eve of the commemoration of International Women’s Day in Juba, the[Read More…]
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Aweil residents decry rising commodity prices
By Hou Akot Hou Residents in Aweil have raised concerns over the sharp increase in the prices of essential commodities, particularly fuel, saying the surge is disrupting transportation and small-scale businesses. Traders and commuters said the rising fuel prices have forced drivers to increase transport fares, making it difficult for[Read More…]
Football Support Boosts Western Equatoria Teams in National Cup
By Sabri Dibaco A prominent politician and football supporter has donated one million South Sudanese Pounds to Al Wahida FC to support the team’s participation in the South Sudan National Cup currently taking place in Juba. The donation was made on Saturday in the capital and is part of ongoing[Read More…]
Anyuak community urges intervention to address electoral inequities ahead of 2026 polls
By Manas James Okony The Anyuak community of Akobo County in Jonglei State has raised urgent concerns regarding their electoral rights and representation as the country approaches its first general elections in December 2026. Following a meeting with leadership from the National Election Commission (NEC), community leaders have formally requested[Read More…]
Funding Shortfalls Threaten Nearly Two Million Displaced in South Sudan
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s humanitarian response faces mounting pressure as funding gaps threaten the lives of nearly two million displaced people, even as fresh violence and displacement continue to drive urgent needs across the country. In its Flash Update No. 11 on the conflict in Jonglei State as of[Read More…]
THE PAYMENT OF CIVIL SERVANT`s SALARY BECOMES PROBLEM IN SOUTH SUDAN.
By: Ayuel Mangok Angui The main role of the ministry of labour is to make sure that the salaries of all the government workers are paid on time in order to maintain them in their workplaces and avoid future irregularities in attending their duties as it is required[Read More…]
Gender ministry to advance equality through innovations
By Lodu William Odiya The ministry of Gender, Child and social welfare (MGCSW) has reiterated a move to advancing gender equality through innovative financing and the allocation of at least ten percent of the nation budget to gender programming. In statement seen by No. 1 citizen yesterday, Nuna Rhoda Rudolf,[Read More…]
Civil Society Demands Probe After Nearly 200 Killed in Ruweng Attack
By Dibaco Sabri Civil society organizations have called for an immediate investigation into the killing of nearly 200 people in the Ruweng Administrative Area. The right groups described the incident as a grave human rights violation and a serious setback to the country’s fragile peace process. In statements issued on[Read More…]
High Speeds and Heavy Fines: Inside the Mundari Tribe’s Intense Ritual for Finding a Life Partner
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In the dust-filled traditional dance camps in Terekeka County of Central Equatoria, the pursuit of love is a high-stakes endurance test where a single slip can cost a man a bull. The Mundari people are preserving an ancient social fabric through the Gelle—a fast-paced traditional dance[Read More…]
Ancient Tradition: How Mundari Pastoralists Swap Modern Medicine for Cow Urine and Dung to Fight Malaria
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In the heart of South Sudan’s cattle camps, where the air is thick with the scent of wood smoke and the lowing of thousands of cows, an ancient medical ritual unfolds daily that challenges modern healthcare norms. Here, the Mundari people have turned their survival into[Read More…]
Lobong call for Lasting Peace in Pwata Payam
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has called on communities in Pwata Payam of Kapoeta South County to uphold sustained peace and security. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Karengak community, Governor Lobong reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to maintaining stability, improving infrastructure[Read More…]
Economist Warns of Oil Market Shock as Middle East Crisis Deepens
By Chol D. Johnson A senior economic adviser has called on the government of South Sudan to put precautionary measures in place amid escalating tensions involving Israel, the United States, and Iran. He warned that further instability could significantly affect the country’s fragile economy. In an exclusive interview with this[Read More…]
ELECTION :Finance Minister vows to release funds
By Lodu William Odiya Ministry of Finance and Planning has pledged support to the National Elections Commission(NEC) of ahead of the December democratic general election this year. The ministry’s Department of Communication and Media emphasized that Finance minister, Salvatore Garang Mabiordit yesterday, met with a team from the National Elections[Read More…]
RRC Reinstates Twic East Community Association Registration After Revocation
By Chol D. Johnson The Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) has reinstated the certificate of registration of the Twic East Community Association in Juba (TECA-J), months after the organization’s license was revoked. Speaking at a press conference on Monday in Juba, TECA-J Chairperson Biar Mading Biar announced that the association[Read More…]
Article Title (36): God exists in the heavens, the eternal, everlasting Creator of all, Jesus Christ our Lord. Sermon Title: I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, Maker of heaven and earth, the eternal everlasting Jesus Christ our[Read More…]
Paying Salaries and Fighting Inflation Must Be the New Governor’s First Priority
The new governor of the Bank of South Sudan assumes office at a critical moment marked by rising market prices and growing economic hardship. The immediate priority must be clear: ensure the timely payment of salaries to civil servants and organized forces. Teachers, healthcare workers, police officers, and other public[Read More…]
Peace Begins with Us: Why Citizens Must Lead Stability Efforts in South Sudan
As South Sudan continues to navigate economic hardship, insecurity, and political uncertainty, many citizens place all responsibility for peace and development on the shoulders of political leaders. While leadership plays a crucial role, lasting stability cannot come from the top alone. It must begin with ordinary citizens who choose unity[Read More…]
Obituary :Elder James Ojulu Okony, a man of voice, faith, and heritage
By Manas James Okony Our family—the family of the late Elder James Ojulu Okony Otin—announced with deep sorrow, yet with gratitude to God for a life well lived. Elder Ojulu a veteran artist, broadcaster, church elder, and a former senior forestry officer, died in the capital city of Juba, on[Read More…]
SSCSA Urges Government to Prioritize Civilian Protection After Deadly Abiemnhom Attack
By Chol D. Johnson The South Sudan Civil Society Alliances (SSCSA) has called for urgent government action to protect civilians in Abiemnhom County of the Ruweng Administrative Area following a deadly militia attack over the weekend. Speaking to the media on Monday, SSCSA Deputy Chairperson Dabek Mabior said the protection[Read More…]
Court Dismisses Defense Objection, Admits Digital Report
By Yiep Joseph The Special Court trying suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused has dismissed a defense objection and formally admitted a digital forensic report as prosecution evidence. The ruling was delivered during the 56th session of the trial on Monday, following prolonged arguments between the[Read More…]