By Chol D. Johnson Thousands of Christians gathered in Juba to receive the remains of the late Bishop Nathaniel Garang Anyieth, who passed away last month in Nairobi. The body of the late bishop was received on Monday at Juba International Airport by government officials, church base leaders, diplomats, members[Read More…]
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Government Security Committee Probes Jebel Iraq Massacre
By Alan Clement The Central Equatoria State government has launched an investigation into the Jebel Iraq attack that left scores of people dead. Speaking to the media during a site visit of the killings to conduct fact-finding and assess the circumstances surrounding the tragedy, Information Minister Nyarsuk Patrick, said Governor[Read More…]
Speaker Kumba faces SPLM axe as caucus declares a vote of no confidence in her
By Yiep Joseph The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) Parliamentary Caucus has unanimously declared a vote of no confidence in Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Jemma Nunu Kumba. The decision was reached during a caucus meeting chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit, who also the chairperson of the[Read More…]
WES Governor urges Youth to engage in farming
By Lodu William Odiya The Governor of Western Equatoria State, Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa, has called on young people across the state to prioritize agriculture as a practical solution to hunger, poverty, and rising criminal activities. In a statement by issued by the WES Governor’s press unit, during a Sunday service[Read More…]
Youth director release from prison after brief detention
By Hou Akot Hou A detained Aweil East director for youth and sports who had been kidnapped and put in detention in the national security facility in Aweil in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state has been released. Last week, Bulis Bol Chan was arrested at night in wanyjok Town by[Read More…]
Fresh Hostilities in Jonglei Strains AU-Led Peace Efforts- Mashatile
By Alan Clement Renewed fighting in Jonglei State is straining African Union-backed peace efforts, raising fresh concerns over ceasefire compliance and exposing the fragility of South Sudan’s already protracted peace process. Addressing South Africa’s Parliament of Thursday, the country’s special envoy to South Sudan, Paul Mashatile, said the latest clashes[Read More…]
Climate Shocks, Weak Governance Push Women into Water Crisis
By Alan Clement Climate shocks and fragile governance are intensifying South Sudan’s water crisis, leaving women and girls to shoulder the heaviest burden, the United Nations warned on World Water Day. Marking the occasion under the theme “Where water flows, equality grows”, the United Nations said the global water crisis[Read More…]
VP Taban claims officials obstruct access to President
By Lodu William Odiya The Vice President for Infrastructure cluster, Taban Deng Gai has accused officials within the office of the president for obstructing his attempts for a meeting. Speaking on Saturday during funeral prayers for victims of the recent killings in Abiemnhom County, Taban said it has become difficult[Read More…]
VP Igga reaffirms readiness to support livestock Ministry
By Lodu William Odiya Vice president and the Chairperson for the Economic Cluster, Dr. James Wani Igga has reaffirmed readiness to support the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries in order to advance disease control. In a statement released by the Vice president’s press unit yesterday, Igga emphasized that the Veterinary[Read More…]
Residents urge gov’t to construct drainage after floodwater incident
By Sabri Dibaco Residents of Juba are calling on the government to put in place early preparedness measures by constructing drainage following the floodwater caused by heavy rainfall in Juba. On Wednesday, several parts of the city experienced waterlogging after hours of downpour, leaving roads impassable and disrupting movement. Speaking[Read More…]
From South Africa to South Sudan: Haysom’s Enduring Legacy
By Alan Clement As the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) mourns the passing of Nicholas “Fink” Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General in South Sudan, his legacy stretches far beyond the Nile. From the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa to the fragile peace efforts of South Sudan, Haysom’s[Read More…]
Cultural Festivals a Tool for Peace, Security- CES Culture Minister says
By Fatuma Asha Central Equatoria minister of culture, youth and sports, Bush Bushe has said cultural festivals is a tool for peace and security in the country. This remark comes after accompanying a delegation from the Pojulu cultural festival to meet governor of central Equatoria state Emmanuel Adil Anthony[Read More…]
Immunization Campaign Launched to Strengthen Healthcare Access in Jonglei
By Sabri Dibaco Authorities in Jonglei State have launched a major immunization campaign aimed at improving healthcare access and protecting vulnerable communities from preventable diseases. In a press statement the Governor of Jonglei State Riek Gai Kok emphasized the importance of the partnership that exists between the state government and[Read More…]
ELECTION : Kiir secures South Africa’s backing
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has met with his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa, expressing dedication to advancing democratic process for elections in December this year. In a statement issued by the presidential press unit yesterday, the talk between the two Heads of State focused on the[Read More…]
Early Warning Failure Blamed for Flood Devastation in Juba
By Alan Clement A lack of timely early warning alerts ahead of heavy rains has been blamed for widespread flood damage in Juba, exposing major gaps in disaster preparedness systems. The downpour, which lasted several hours, inundated roads, disrupted businesses, and destroyed traders’ goods, exposing weaknesses in South Sudan’s disaster[Read More…]
Dr. Igga urges SPLM members to embrace discipline, unity to win 2026 election
By Chol D. Johnson The Vice President and the SPLM party 1st Deputy Chairperson, James Wani Igga has urged the part members to embrace discipline, unity and organization in order to win the election. Speaking on Thursday during the Swearing ceremony of newly appointed secretaries and deputies of the Sudan[Read More…]
SSRA Unveils 160 billion SSP Revenue Target, Pushes Digital Reforms
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has unveiled a target of 160 billion South Sudanese pounds per month over the remaining four months of the 2025–2026 fiscal year. According to SSRA press unit, a senior management leadership meeting convened at its headquarters in Juba to introduce[Read More…]
Yei residents raise concerns as foreign traders dominate market
By James Innocent Residents in Yei have raised concern over growing competition for commercial space citing that the market continue to be dominated by foreign traders. some traders in the area alleged that foreign-owned businesses now occupy a significant share of shops across the town. Several traders said the situation[Read More…]
GBV Cases Rise in Yei River County Amid Economic Strain
By James Innocent Authorities in Yei River County have recorded a surge in gender-based violence (GBV) cases since the start of 2026, raising concern among officials, civil society groups, and community leaders. The County Department of Gender, Child and Social Welfare reported that more than 20 GBV cases were registered[Read More…]
NASIR : Upper Nile Governor relocates to
By Alan Clement The Upper Nile State government has revealed plans to shift operations to Nasir, and urged civilians to return. Senior state officials began arriving in Nasir County on Tuesday, March 17, ahead of Governor Jacob Dollar Ruot, who was expected to reach the area on Wednesday as part[Read More…]