By Philip Buda Ladu High-level Standing Committee (HLSC), tasked with overseeing the implementation of South Sudan’s 2018 revitalized peace agreement, has officially recognized Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) interim leadership. This endorsement comes after the Minister of Peace Building, Stephen Par Kuol, declared himself interim chairperson in[Read More…]
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Revamp Education, Transport sectors-Kiir urges new ministers
By Philip Buda Ladu President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called upon newly sworn-in government ministers to revive education and transport sectors. The president urges the two ministers to inject fresh momentum into crucial sectors of South Sudan’s development, focusing particularly on higher education and transport logistics. During a swearing-in[Read More…]
Pope Leo XIV: ‘A shepherd for a troubled world’
Vatican News Archbishop Timothy Broglio, President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, expresses joy and gratitude following the election of Pope Leo XIV. Speaking to Vatican News shortly after the announcement of the election of Pope Leo XIV from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica, Archbishop Broglio, President of[Read More…]
Cleaning Our Streets, Greening Our City: The Power of Plastic-Free Choices
By Garang Garang Adim Juba, a city pulsating with life and ambition, faces a silent threat lurking in its vibrant streets and bustling markets: plastic pollution. The colourful wrappers, discarded bottles, and fragmented bags that litter our surroundings are more than just unsightly debris. They represent a growing crisis,[Read More…]
Every dog has its day
It may look like you have conquered the world, but you have not. Even if you have conquered the world, you cannot conquer it forever. You conquer the world today, and someone else conquers it tomorrow. That is why it is advisable that when the world is under your conquest,[Read More…]
Legislation and Policy Advocacy for Animal Welfare in South Sudan
By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek Animal welfare has increasingly become an essential part of community development, particularly in regions where livelihoods are closely tied to agriculture and livestock. In South Sudan, a country facing profound socio-economic challenges, the issues of animal rights and welfare are invariably linked to broader developmental[Read More…]
CES delivers aid to displaced in Morobo
By Philip Buda Ladu The Government of Central Equatoria State (CES) has provided crucial relief to displaced persons in Morobo County, delivering over 24 tones of assorted food supplies valued at $25,000. This intervention comes in the wake of recent clashes between the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF)[Read More…]
Jadalla assures Morobo of Peace
By Nakwam Rose Governor of Central Equatoria State, General Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani has assured residents of Morobo County of his commitment to peace and stability in the county. The purpose of the visit was to inspect the situation of the population displaced by recent clashes between the SSPDF[Read More…]
Norway condemns attack on MSF Hospital
By Nakwam Rose Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide has strongly condemned a military attack on a Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) hospital in Old Fangak. The airstrike, which occurred early Saturday, May 3, 2025, destroyed the medical facility. At least seven civilians were killed, and many others, including patients[Read More…]
VP Taban carries peace message to Bahr el Ghazal
By Yiep Joseph Vice President Taban Deng Gai is currently undertaking a journey to Bentiu, carrying messages of peace to communities across as he travels to represent the President at a significant upcoming event. VP Taban’s primary destination is Bentiu, where he will attend and represent President Salva Kiir[Read More…]
Newly appointed Kajo-Keji county commissioner loses post
By Staff writer President Salva Kiir Mayardit has revoked the appointment of a newly appointed commissioner for Kajo-Keji county, Yangule Atanasio. Yangule, who was appointed to the position of Kaji-Keji County Commissioner on 5th May 2025, lost before swearing-in to office. He only reigned as appointee to the office,[Read More…]
Fighting threatens over 600,000 children in Upper Nile
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Over 600,000 children at risk following intensified fighting along the White Nile River in South Sudan’s Upper Nile state has severed humanitarian supply route. United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have issued warning on the plight of those[Read More…]
CES suspends land allotment in Munuki after residents clash with churchgoers
By Yiep Joseph Central Equatoria State (CES) has suspended land allotment activities in a disputed area of Munuki, following a clash between churchgoers and residents. Last month, the administration of St. Stephen’s Parish Church in Munuki accused the Central Equatoria State government of allotting church land to residents. Despite[Read More…]
CONFISCATE Unbanked money
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has directed security authorities to confiscate large sums of unbanked South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) and arrest individuals holding such bulk cash. The order, citing the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Finance Act 2012 (amended 2024), mandates the FIU to[Read More…]
The Papal Conclave
By Gabriel Patrick Lagu “Jorge Mario Bergoglio,” the Carmelengo shouted Pope Francis’ baptismal name the third time, then he announced to the world, “Sede Vacans” (“The throne is empty”). Meaning Pope Francis officially had been declared dead on the chilly morning after the Easter Sunday celebrations. Lots has taken[Read More…]
Let history not repeat itself
Do not mistake me. It is not a crime to talk to my parents. It is never a crime to tell my father to be decisiveness in taking decisions pertaining the welfare of our family. I’m an heir to whatever my father possesses. I will inherit all my father’s wealth,[Read More…]
Fostering Peace and Unity in South Sudan: A Call to Leadership
By Benjamin Ajuong Machiek In the world’s youngest nation, South Sudan, the quest for peace and unity continues to be a paramount challenge. Since gaining independence in 2011, the country has faced ethnic tensions, civil conflict, and political instability, which have resulted in immense suffering for its citizens. The[Read More…]
Two killed in road accident near Bor
By Peter Kuol Kuch Traffic police in Jonglei State have confirmed that two people died in a tragic road accident in Baidit Payam of Bor County earlier this week. According to the traffic police, the collision involved two motorcycles and occurred on Monday as they were traveling from Bor[Read More…]
NGO Forum condemns Fangak airstrike
By Nakwam Rose South Sudan NGO Forum on Tuesday condemned the escalating violence in the country, particularly in Jonglei State. The forum highlighted recent airstrikes in Fangak County, warning that they endangered innocent civilians and damaged vital infrastructure. In its statement, the forum lamented the significant loss of civilian[Read More…]
Jadalla visits Morobo County amidst clashes
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Central Equatoria State governor, Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has visited Morobo County following recent clashes that displace several people. The clashes, reportedly between South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) based north of the county. Jacob Aligo[Read More…]