By James innocent Residents in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State have called on the religious leaders to revive the Inter-Church Peace Committee. They cited that it remains a vital force for dialogue and reconciliation amid ongoing conflict and insecurity. The appeal was made during a two-day peace-building meeting organized[Read More…]
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Piped Water supply resumes in Bor after a week of crisis
By Peter Kuol Kuch The urban water supply has resumed normally in Bor town following a week of water crisis after the cut of the water pipeline. Last week, the excavator accidentally cut the water pipeline while opening the water channels in the residential blocks, leading to a water crisis[Read More…]
South Sudan launches second phase of malaria vaccine
By Lodu William Odiya As part of the efforts to prevent and control malaria disease, the Ministry of Health, with support from the World Health Organisation (WHO), UNICEF has launched malaria vaccine to protect children. In a joint statement issued to the media yesterday, the vaccine would increase access and[Read More…]
Refugees vacate Kakuma Camp as challenges surge
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Some residents in Kakuma Camp have left for South Sudan as food ration shortages hit the camps. According to UNHCR, Kakuma Camp is one of the largest South Sudanese refugee populations in the world, hosting a substantial population of over 148,000 South Sudanese refugees. In an[Read More…]
VP Bol directs CES, Road Minister to present urban road
Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, Vice President and chairperson of the Economic cluster/VPUBy Lodu William Odiya The Vice President and chairperson of the Economic cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel has tasked the leaders to present practical plan for Juba Road construction within a week. According to a statement issued by the[Read More…]
Uganda’s Actions in South Sudan: A Test of Sovereignty and a Betrayal by the Leadership
When Uganda’s People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) recently crossed into Kajokeji County and launched an unprovoked military assault that displaced civilians and reportedly killed South Sudanese soldiers, the response from our nation’s leadership was, at best, muted — and at worst, seemingly condoned. What with the UPDF Chief’s handshake with the[Read More…]
Cholera claims four lives in EES
By Jacob Onuha Nelson At least four people were confirmed dead, and more than twenty cases of cholera outbreak were reported in Kudo Payam of Torit County in Eastern Equatoria State. Solomon Odongi Jackson confirmed to this outlet in a phone interview the surge in suspected cases of cholera outbreak[Read More…]
WHAT NEXT? As AU council meets President Kiir
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday welcomed a high-level delegation from the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) to the presidential palace. The AU delegation, led by Dr. Mohammed Khaled, Algeria’s Ambassador to Ethiopia and the current Chair of the AU Peace and Security Council,[Read More…]
Bishop calls on leaders to end violent
By James Innocent The faith-based leader in Yei River County of Central Equatoria State has called for an end to violence across the country. Bishop Alex Lodiong Sakor of the Diocese of Yei has urged South Sudan’s leaders to end ongoing conflicts. Lodiong made a call during a two-day meeting[Read More…]
EES governor reopens Lolere Bridge after renovation
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has inaugurated Lolere Bridge after an outcry from the public. The Loree Bridge, which connects Juba to Torit, broke down last week due to heavy rain. According to the statement extended to the media, Governor Lobong officially[Read More…]
THE HOUSE OF BROTHERS: A STORY OF BETRAYAL AND HUNGER
In a vast land blessed with rivers, fertile soil, cattle, and oil, there stood a great house known as the House of Brothers. It was built by their father after years of struggle and sacrifice. The father had only one dream: that his sons would live in peace, share[Read More…]
South Sudan, Uganda to form 14-member committee to investigate clashes
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan and Uganda have settled on forming a 14-member committee to investigate the recent clashes in Kajo-Keji County. Last week the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) attacked a small unit of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) in Kajo-Keji County of Central Equatoria State. According[Read More…]
Abyei launches cholera vaccination campaign
By Alan Clement The Chief Administrator of the Abyei Special Administrative Area, Justice Charles Abyei Jok, has officially launched a cholera vaccination campaign aimed at tackling the recent outbreak in the region. The campaign, led by the Ministry of Health of the Abyei Special Administrative Area and partners is aimed[Read More…]
Isohe, Losite payams reject inclusion in proposed Kidepo Valley Administrative Area
By Alan Clement Communities from Isohe and Losite Payams in Ikwoto County have formally opposed their inclusion in a proposed Kidepo Valley Administrative Area. Representatives from the communities in Isohe and Losite payams met with Eastern Equatoria State Governor, louis Lobong Lojore at the State Secretariat Hall on Saturday August[Read More…]
Woman gives birth to triplets, parents appeal for help
By Hou Akot Hou Parents and medics called on well-wishers and organizations to assist a 20-year-old woman who gave birth to triplets. 20-year-old Nyankot Ayuel Ayuel gave birth to triplets at Mayen Abun health facility last week. The triplets consists of a girl and two boys. Despite successful delivery with[Read More…]
Governor Mujung calls for unity during visit to Emmanuel’s parish
By Alan Clement Central Equatoria State Governor, Rabi Mujung Emmanuel joined worshippers at Emmanuel’s Parish in Juba, and delivered a strong call for collective action to strengthen peace and Unity. While addressing worshippers on Sunday August 10, 2025, the governor echoed the message of President Salva Kiir Mayardit, stressing[Read More…]
Eyes on AU to rescue peace deal
By Yiep Joseph As the 2018 peace agreement faces a lot of challenges, hope has been put on the African Union to make a breakthrough. The arrival of the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) in Juba on Sunday reflects its commitment toward solving the deadlock among peace parties.[Read More…]
If Dr John Garang Was Alive
If Dr John was alive today, what would he say ? Would he walk through the streets with quiet disappointment, or would he still speak with the bold conviction of a visionary ? Would he be proud of what has been built, or would he ask with deep concern why[Read More…]
SSCAA urges public to cease following unverified information
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSAA) yesterday called on the public to cease following unverified information regarding the sector. The call followed the recent public criticism after SSAA made internal changes. The changes include the relief of the general manager of Juba International Airport (JIA)[Read More…]
Education, Labor Ministers Must be honest to the MPs that represent the people
South Sudan’s governance is facing a reckoning. The nation is at a crossroads, and the latest action by the Transitional National Legislative Assembly may be the clearest sign yet that the cracks in our governance can no longer be ignored. The Transitional National Assembly’s plan to summons of four ministers;[Read More…]