Provision of safety and security by the government to communities that have surrendered their firearms and those forcefully disarmed must be a priority. Reports of continuous cattle raids, such as one on Sunday, at a cattle camp in Achongchok, Tonj North County of Warrap State, are heartbreaking. An act that[Read More…]
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WHO donates bikes to boost Abyei health outreach
By Alan Clement Abyei Special Administrative Area Ministry of Health has received donation of three bicycles and one motorcycle from World Health Organization (WHO). This boosts its capacity to deliver essential health services, especially in remote, hard-to-reach areas during the challenging rainy season. The official handover ceremony took place[Read More…]
DR Congo, Rwanda agree draft peace deal
By Philip Buda Ladu Technical teams from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda Thursday initialed a comprehensive Peace Agreement in Washington, D.C. This marks a significant step towards de-escalating tensions and fostering stability in the Great Lakes region. The agreement, mediated by the[Read More…]
Communities donate land for Yei Solar Plant
By Alan Clement Logo and Goja Boma communities in Yei River County have donated a 250×250 meter parcel of land in Hai Dam area for construction of solar plant. The Solar plant is poised to bring much-needed light, power, and development to the county. The land donation was formalized[Read More…]
One killed, another injured in Tonj South road ambush
By Alan Clement A road ambush in Tonj South County on Wednesday resulted in the death of one traveler and left another injured. The victims were traveling in a Land Cruiser from Juba when they were attacked near the Ametchok area. Mamer Bath, the Minister for Information in Warrap[Read More…]
SSNBS Director resumes work after suspension
By Philip Buda Ladu Gloria Nyoka Joseph has with effect from Thursday, June 19, 2025, officially resumed her duties as the Executive Director of the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS). This reinstatement follows a swift resolution of an “administrative matter” that led to her indefinite suspension just[Read More…]
South Sudan home to over 600,000 refugees
By Yiep Joseph Despite ongoing insecurity and economic challenges, South Sudan Commission for Refugee Affairs has revealed that the country is currently hosting more than 600,000 registered refugees. Yawusa Daud Kintha, Deputy Director for Protection and Refugee Welfare at the commission, noted that the numbers have overwhelmed resources, requiring[Read More…]
South Sudan seeks digital future at St. Petersburg economic forum
By Alan Clement and Nakwam Rose A high-level delegation from South Sudan is participating in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) in Russia, held from June 18 to 21, 2025. The delegation aims to leverage the global platform to promote partnerships, attract investment, and gain insights into international[Read More…]
Kajo-Keji records 20 new HIV/AIDS cases
By Kei Emmanuel Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating in Kajo-Keji County have reported the registration of 20 new cases of HIV/AIDS among youth under 18 years old in recent months. Likambo Richard, Project Officer at SPEDP, attributed these recent cases partly to funding disruptions following global cuts to USAID funds[Read More…]
Enforcement officers complete SGBV case management training
By James Innocent At least 25 dedicated law enforcement officers in Yei River County have received comprehensive training focused on a survivor-centred approach to handling cases of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). The two-day training from June 17th to 18th, 2025 was organized by the Centre for Inclusive Governance,[Read More…]
Myriad of challenges await Gen. Mujung
By Yiep Joseph and Jacob Onuho Central Equatoria Gubernatorial role presents a myriad of fresh challenges for governor, Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, who has taken office after a ceremonious swearing-in on Wednesday. As he steps into this position, he is confronted with significant issues that have long burdened the state,[Read More…]
IGAD engages Kenya on South Sudan crisis
By Kei Emmanuel Duku IGAD Special Envoy to South Sudan, Dr. Ambassador Ismail Wais is in Nairobi for talks with Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs on the evolving political situation in South Sudan. Ambassador Wais, acting on behalf of the IGAD Executive Secretary, engaged in an[Read More…]
Heavy taxes, illegal checkpoints pinch South Sudan farmers, amid food crisis
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Across South Sudan, farmers are overburdened with multiple taxes and illegal checkpoints, making agricultural inputs costly for food production in the country. Farmers are appealing to the government to enforce long-standing tax exemptions on agricultural imports and locally produced goods, as hidden charges and illegal[Read More…]
Renewed attacks in Tonj, undermine State Of Emergency
By Alan Clement Repeat of violent cattle raid, such as one on Sunday, at a cattle camp in Achongchok, Tonj North County violate the State of Emergency declared by President Salva Kiir early this month. Warrap State Minister for Information, Mamer Bath, confirmed the Sunday incident. He said that the[Read More…]
Radio Jonglei 95.9 FM reopens
By Peter Kuol Kuch Radio Jonglei 95.9 FM is back on air a week of shutdown by National Security Services. Last week, the National Security Services shut down Radio Jonglei 95.9 FM over songs they deemed were inciting tensions among the communities. Executive Director of the radio station, Tijwog[Read More…]
OPP disowns Peter Mayen
By Lodu William Odiya Other Political Parties (OPP) leadership has rejected claims by Peter Mayen Majongdit, of representing the coalition. Peter Mayen Majongdit, a former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management had declared his intent to represent the OPP in the upcoming elections. He also called for dialogue[Read More…]
Pochalla illegalizes alcohol, illicit drugs
By Manas James Okony Authorities in Pochalla South County, part of the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA), have taken decisive action to reinforce their ban on the production and consumption of alcohol and other illicit drugs. This move comes in the wake of a troubling incident at Pochalla Airstrip,[Read More…]
Over 24 injured youth airlifted to Juba
, South Sudan Red Cross has airlifted 24 injured youth from Tonj North in Warrap State as a result of a fight that claimed at least 10 lives and left 24 injured. The cattle raid clash that unfolded on Sunday between the youth of Tonj North and those allegedly from[Read More…]
Yakani calls for political will to conduct elections
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Activist, Edmund Yakani, has called on political leaders to embrace the 2026 elections to bring lasting peace in the country. In a statement, Yakani, who is the Executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO), urged both politicians and those holding guns to take[Read More…]
Attacks in Yirol threatens inter-state peace
By Alan Clement An attack that left several civilians dead and property destroyed in a cattle camp in Pakoon, Yirol East County, is threatening to inflame inter-state tensions between Lakes State and Unity State. The Government of Lakes State is blaming armed groups allegedly originating from Panyijiar County in[Read More…]