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…]
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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…]
Governor Gai launches ambitious infrastructure drive in Jonglei State
By Alan Clement Governor of Jonglei State, Dr. Riek Gai Kok, has announced a comprehensive infrastructure development initiative aimed at improving security, economic growth, and humanitarian access across the state. Speaking to the Media, Dr. Riek confirmed that the workplan has received formal endorsement from the Government of South Sudan[Read More…]
SSFF Officially Announces Final Candidates for Elections
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has officially announced the final candidates for the upcoming elections for the term 2025 to 2029. According to a statement issued by the SSFF press unit, the announcement was made yesterday during a press conference at the SSFF headquarters, showcasing[Read More…]
Education Minister calls for expansion of quality Education
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan National Minister of General education and instruction has said the country must expand education in order to achieve demographic dividends. Speaking during a ceremony to mark the world population day and World Population Report Day yesterday in juba, Dr. Kuyok Abol Kuyok said[Read More…]
CES raises alarm over constitutional mandate violations by national institutions
By Alan Clement The government of Central Equatoria State (CES) has expressed concern over continued encroachments into its constitutional mandate by certain institutions of the national government. In a statement, the Acting State Minister of Information, Jacob Aligo Lo-Lado, revealed that Governor Rabi Mujung, received a detailed report from a[Read More…]
BoSS warns commercial banks against violation of regulations
By: Deng Athian The Governor of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) Dr. Addis Ababa Othow has urged the commercial banks to adhere to the rules and regulations. The governor made a call on Friday while meeting with heads of the commercial banks and mobile money operators in Juba. The[Read More…]
VIOLATION : UPDF launches fresh attack
By Alan Clement Authorities in Kajo-keji county, Central Equatoria have accused the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) of launching an unprovoked attack on civilians in a remote village in the County. According to the Commissioner of Kajo-keji County, Wani Jackson Mule, the incident occurred around 10 a.m. while he was[Read More…]
Economic hardships are due to corruption
In each country corruption of whatever kind has not been legalized, governments have put in place legal instruments or regime to deter, criminalize, and punish those that might be found at the altar of it. Similarly, the government of South Sudan has some legal settings and jurisdiction that fight corruption.[Read More…]