By Sabri Dibaco The Twic East County Youth Association Sports Organising Committee has called on communities and stakeholders to invest more in sports activities as a means of promoting peace, unity, and social cohesion among young people in South Sudan. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the 4th Twic East[Read More…]
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Commissioner orders security crackdown against sale of mosquito nets
By Hou Akot Hou The Commissioner of Twic County in Warrap state has warned residents against selling or buying mosquito nets recently distributed by humanitarian partners. He cited that security forces have been instructed to arrest anyone involved in the illegal trade. The warning follows reports that some of the[Read More…]
Six child soldiers reunite with families in Warrap state
By Hou Akot Hou Six children formerly associated with armed forces have been reunited with their families in Warrap State following a demobilisation process supported by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The six minors are among 11 children who were identified and removed from military service after reportedly joining[Read More…]
Fighting in South Kordofan leaves communities in humanitarian crisis
By Deng Athian Thousands of civilians have been displaced and forced into harsh living conditions following renewed fighting between forces of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N) and members of the Atoro community in South Kordofan. According to community representatives, the latest wave of violence, which intensified in early May,[Read More…]
Gender Ministry urges army officials to end child recruitment
Jackson Gaaniko The Ministry of Gender, Child and Social Welfare in Western Equatoria State has called on all military barracks to strictly prevent the recruitment and use of children by armed forces. This followed the release of five children previously associated with the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) in[Read More…]
Yambio youth elect committee to organise 2026 inter-area football tournament
By Jackson Gaaniko Youth leaders, football administrators, fans, and community representatives from across Yambio County have elected a new leadership committee to oversee the organisation of the 2026 Yambio Inter-Area Football Tournament. The election, held on Wednesday at the Youth Centre in Yambio, brought together stakeholders from various areas of[Read More…]
Young female mechanic in Rumbek breaks barriers to support her family
By Yang Ater Yang Rebecca Nyibol Malual, a 25-year-old woman from Wulu County, is challenging traditional gender roles by working as a mechanic while supporting her child and family through skills she acquired at the St. Peter Claver Computer and Ecological Training Centre in Rumbek. Rebecca currently works at a[Read More…]
Adil, Agriculture Minister renew commitment to food security
By Louis Loku Central Equatoria State Governor, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, and the National Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Clement Juma, have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening agricultural development and enhancing food security across South Sudan. The renewed commitment was made during a courtesy meeting held in Juba at the[Read More…]
Western Equatoria State gears up to audit state accounts
By Sabri Dibaco The deputy governor of Western Equatoria State, Justin Joseph Morona, has confirmed his government’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and public financial management reforms following a meeting with the National Audit Chamber in Juba. Speaking during the meeting, Justin Joseph Morona said the visit aimed to strengthen cooperation[Read More…]
Azande Youth conference declared annual event as Yambio to host
By Sabri Dibaco The Azande Globe Conference concluded on a high note with participants reaffirming their commitment to youth empowerment, cultural preservation, innovation, and community development under the theme, “Together We Create, Connect, and Inspire.” The conference brought together Azande youth, leaders, professionals, government officials, Azande elders, and community members[Read More…]
Adut donates 10 vehicles to boost South Sudan’s Ebola preparedness
By Louis Loku Senior Presidential Envoy on Special Programs, Adut Kiir, has donated ten vehicles to strengthen South Sudan’s preparedness and response capacity against a potential Ebola outbreak. The donation was announced on Tuesday during her visit to the National Public Health Institute (NPHI), where she was accompanied by the[Read More…]
Refugees in Kiryandongo join Uganda in celebrating Martyrs Day
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto South Sudanese refugees living in Kiryandongo Refugee Settlement joined Ugandans on Tuesday in commemorating Uganda Martyrs Day, using the occasion to call for peaceful coexistence, unity among Christians, and harmony between refugees and host communities. Thousands of Christians across Uganda gathered to honour the Uganda Martyrs,[Read More…]
14 killed, and 23 injured in Rubkona County
By Yien Gattuor Mead At least 14 people, including women and children, were killed and 23 others wounded in a deadly cattle raid on Payangai village in Budang Payam, Rubkona County, in Unity State. According to Unity State authorities and local leaders, the incident occurred on Tuesday night. The attack,[Read More…]
Government, and development partners unite to enhance aid effectiveness
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Finance and Planning, in partnership with development partners through the Global Partnership for Effective Development Cooperation (GPEDC), has convened a multi-stakeholder action dialogue aimed at strengthening development cooperation and improving service delivery across South Sudan. Speaking during the opening session, the Undersecretary for Planning[Read More…]
Yei completes training of mosquito net distributors ahead of countywide campaign
By James Innocent More than 280 mosquito net distributors have completed a two-day training program in Yei River County ahead of a major malaria prevention campaign expected to reach thousands of households across the county. The training, organised by the County Health Department in partnership with Health Link, brought together[Read More…]
VP Abdelbagi’s protocol officer dies in a car crash in Aweil East County
By Hou Akot Hou A protocol officer serving Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, who heads the Services Cluster, died in a road accident along the Malualkon–Wanyjok road in Aweil East County on Wednesday morning. According to sources on the ground, the deceased was traveling from Amarjal village, where the Vice[Read More…]
South Sudanese AfroZouk singer Queen Hustler rebrands as Jaki
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudanese AfroZouk and dancehall sensation Jaki has officially announced a major rebrand, marking a significant milestone in her musical journey. The talented artist revealed that her former stage name, Queen Hustler Official, will no longer serve as her artist identity but will instead become her[Read More…]
Court hears Puot Kang’s efforts to prevent Nasir conflict
By Yiep Joseph Suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol told the court on Tuesday that he made efforts to prevent the outbreak of fighting in Nasir before his arrest. Testifying during the 83rd court session, Puot, who is the first accused in the case, said he actively worked to de-escalate[Read More…]
PPC sets deadline for registration ahead of 2026 elections
By Yiep Joseph and Sabri Dibaco The Political Parties Council (PPC) has announced June 30, 2026, as the final deadline for political parties seeking to participate in South Sudan’s 2026 general elections. In a statutory notice issued on Sunday, the council said that while the registration of political parties remains[Read More…]
Kiir urges stakeholders to strength efforts to increase oil production
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has urged the oil sector stakeholders to maintain stability in the oil fields and continue efforts to increase production. In a statement that was released by the presidential press unit yesterday, the head of state commended the performance of the country’s oil[Read More…]