By Kei Emmanuel Duku In the quiet corridors of Juba’s ministries, a digital revolution is unfolding one fingerprint at a time. For years, the Republic of South Sudan has wrestled with a “ghost” that haunts its national treasury: a payroll bloated by non-existent workers, duplicate names, and systemic inefficiencies. Armed[Read More…]
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Minister Agok Makur and Sudanese Envoy Explore Renewable Energy and Dam Projects
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan and Sudan have pivoted toward a high-powered energy alliance, signaling a new era of industrial cooperation as both nations move to exploit renewable resources and massive dam projects to light up the region. In a diplomatic engagement that underscores the deep-seated historical and fraternal[Read More…]
Morobo Commissioner Hands Over Detained Congolese Men and AK-47 Rifles
By Lodu William Odiya Morobo County Commissioner Charles Data Bullen has officially handed over two detained Congolese nationals, two AK-47 rifles, and two motorcycles to authorities from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The handover took place during a high-level cross-border meeting with the Administrator of the Aru Region in[Read More…]
AU : calls for stability a head of December polls
By Lodu William Odiya The African Union (AU) visiting team to Juba has called on South Sudan government to ensure stability as the election approaches. According to the statement issued by the presidential press unit yesterday, the AU team made the call during the meeting with President Salva Kiir. President[Read More…]
Cultural Festivals: Preserving Identity, Promoting Unity
In a nation as diverse as South Sudan, culture remains one of the strongest pillars holding communities together. Festivals like these stand out as powerful reminders that traditions when celebrated openly and proudly can unite people beyond politics, borders, and generations. Two years ago, the Kakuwa Cultural Festival emerged as[Read More…]
When We Blame the Victim, We Protect the Rapist: Part Two
By: Esther Aurelio Agira Rape is a violent crime most often committed by men. Yet instead of holding perpetrators accountable, society allows them to defend their actions while shifting blame onto survivors. Most disturbingly, girls and women are often blamed for the violence committed against them. The first questions asked[Read More…]
Sermon Title: Submission to the Worldly Governing Authorities, for There is No Authority Except from God, and the Authorities Existing Today Are Appointed by God in Our Beloved South Sudan. Romans 13: 1–14 My dear brother and sister in our Lord Jesus Christ, greetings to you all in the fold[Read More…]
*Our Environment, Our Health*
By Engr. Maker Mangol Acien Yuol The streets of Juba City are full of garbage and rubbish. Whenever I take a walk to Gudele, Newsite, Custom, Juba Town, Gumboo, Jebel, etc., I feel bad seeing rubbish littering the streets. The waste, such as empty containers of water, soda, etc., are[Read More…]
US urges Kiir’s gov’t to maintain peace, deliver service
By Lodu William Odiya The United States ambassador, Michael J. Adler has urged the government of South Sudan, under the leadership of president Salva Kiir Mayrardit to maintain peace and deliver services to the people. This powerful remark followed a meeting between the two parties in Juba on Wednesday. “President[Read More…]
VP Wani urges SPLM officials to focus on addressing economic challenges
By Chol D, Johnson Vice president and Chairperson for the Economic Cluster who is also the First Deputy of SPLM, James Wani Igga urged Caucus members to innovate in reviewing economic challenges in country. In the statement issued Sudan Peoples Liberation Movement (SPLM) party press department, the remark came during[Read More…]
CES inaugurates newly constructed ministry headquarter, veterinary clinic
By Lodu William Odiya The Central Equatoria State government has inaugurated a newly constructed state ministry of Animal resources, fisheries and Tourism and veterinary clinic. Speaking during the ceremony yesterday, Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony emphasized that the project, which we embarked on two years ago, through a model of public-private[Read More…]
Terekeka Commissioner Targets Notorious Raider ‘Jelle’
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a bold move to restore law and order, the Commissioner of Terekeka County, Dr. Emmanuel Loku Lodu, has officially declared war on the county’s most notorious criminals, specifically targeting a fugitive known by his single name as ‘Jelle’ who has long terrorized the region. Speaking[Read More…]
Commissioner Urges School Enrollment as Terekeka County Recruits 25 New Teachers
By Kei Emmanuel Duku As the reopening of schools edge closer, the commissioner of Terekeka County has taken a bold step to bridge the chronic educational gap in Central Equatoria, Dr. Emmanuel Loku Lodu, has issued a rallying cry for parents to enroll their children in school this February, backed[Read More…]
NEC Reaffirms Commitment to 2026 Elections Amid Security and Readiness Concerns
By Manas James Okony The National Election Commission (NEC) has reiterated its commitment to holding South Sudan’s general elections by December 2026. The Commission emphasized that preparations are well underway, with offices established across ten states and an official electoral timeline set to be released within two weeks. The renewed[Read More…]
REVENUE : Kiir Directs SSRA to boost Collections
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has instructed the Management of the National Revenue Authority to intensify efforts in collecting revenue and ensuring strict adherence to the regulations as provided for under the existing law. In a statement issued by the presidential press unit on Wednesday, the[Read More…]
Ikwoto County Commissioner urges Lobong to render humanitarian assistance to residents
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Ikwoto County commissioner, Loboi Timon Lolori, has urged the Eastern Equatoria State Governor to render humanitarian assistance in the county. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the call came during the brief meeting between and the local population on the ground. “The Commissioner appealed to[Read More…]
SSFF Leadership Reviews Progress of CAF B Coaching Course with Coaches Committee
By Kei Emmanuel Duku The quest to elevate South Sudan’s footballing pedigree took a significant leap on Monday, January 12, 2026, as the top leadership of the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) convened a high-stakes review of the nation’s technical development. In a move signalling a new era of professional[Read More…]
Tijor Community demands clean water, network connectivity
By Lodu William Odiya Community of Tijor in Central Equatoria state has demanded the state government to provide access to clean water and network connectivity in the area. In a statement issued by the governor’s press unit yesterday, these demands came during their meeting with the Governor in Juba on[Read More…]
South Sudan Bans Sale of Specific Nestlé SMA Batches Over Health Concerns Courtesy photo
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Health authorities in South Sudan have moved swiftly to pull specific batches of Nestlé SMA infant formula from shelves nationwide, citing a potential contamination that poses a serious risk to the country’s most vulnerable citizens. The Drug and Food Control Authority (DFCA) issued the urgent directive[Read More…]
CRACKDOWN : CES warns Land grabbers
By Lodu William Odiya Central Equatoria State (CES) government has resumed the assessment and crackdown on land grabbing in the city. On Tuesday the Central Equatoria state’s government Security Committee on an assessed areas affected by reported illegal land activities. In a statement issued by the deputy governor’s press unit,[Read More…]