By Alan Clement The Ministry of Gender has admitted that limited funding and logistics have hindered consultations with grassroots women in implementing the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women. Speaking to the press during the dissemination of the CEDAW Concluding Observations Report in Juba, Undersecretary[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya At least 64 percent of the children in South Sudan are engaged in the worst forms of child labour. In an exclusive interview with this publication yesterday, Christopher Nyamandi, Save the Children South Sudan’s Country Director underscored the need for proper and peaceful growth of children[Read More…]

 By Lodu William Odiya Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO) has reduced its electricity tariff following state pressure. Recently the head of state directed JEDCO to reduce its tariffs after several complain from the consumers. In a statement issued by the JEDCO, electricity tariff has been reduced across all customer categories,[Read More…]

By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Republic of Türkey recently commemorated the 102nd anniversary of the foundation of the Turkish Republic, a significant national holiday. Addressing the media on Wednesday in Juba, Metin Ergin, the Turkish Ambassador to South Sudan, noted that the Republic Day “has cultivated the citizens with a[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The Association for Media Development in South Sudan (AMDISS) has formally apologized to media professionals for what it called a “slip of the tongue” statement aired on the South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC). The apology follows a statement made by AMDISS Director, Aya Irene Lokang, during[Read More…]

The South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) have seized a substantial cache of weapons during a fresh, house-to-house disarmament operation in Juba City. The disarmament is part of the government’s broader efforts to ensure stability and security across the country. The joint security operation, launched in recent days, yesterday displayed[Read More…]

By Alan Clement East African communications regulators have harmonized key human resource policies to align with Rwanda’s updated labor laws and promote regional integration during a three-day meeting in Kigali, Rwanda. In a statement from South Sudan’s National Communication Authority (NCA) which also joined the other regional regulators in the[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph The defense lawyers for Dr. Riek Machar and the seven co-accused have raised fresh questions on the search procedures applied in some residences of the accused. During the Special Court’s 15th session on Monday, the defense team questioned the lead investigator to explain the searching procedures applied[Read More…]

By Alan Clement Juba County Commissioner has ordered an immediate halt to open bathing along the River Nile near Gumbo Bridge, citing concerns that the practice negatively affects the country’s national image and public order. The directive follows a strong appeal from Paramount Chief Marino Pitia of Tokiman, who raised[Read More…]

 By Lodu William Odiya The newly appointed Juba city Mayor Christoper Sarafino Swaka Wani has vowed to reform and create change at the city council. Speaking during a swearing in yesterday Sarafino said he would bring in a small reform in order to provide services to the citizens. “I want[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya Central Equatoria state governor Rabi Mujung Emmanuel has called for unity in order to attain total peace in the country. In a statement issued by the state governor’s press unit, the remark followed a courtesy visit to St. Mathias Church as part of his ongoing church[Read More…]

By Alan Clement Journalists in South Sudan have called on the Media Authority to reconsider the cost of accreditation, citing financial hardship, low pay, and systemic constraints that continue to undermine press freedom and professional sustainability. Speaking at a media forum in Juba, Emmanuela Joyce, a journalist with the South[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson and Yiep Joseph The Chairperson of the Duk County Youth Association in Juba, Mamer Makuei, has called for calm amidst tension at the fishing site (Bioth-Agany). This call followed recent clashes between the youth from Duk County and Twic East County as a result of wrangles over[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph With drivers being forced to park cars on the roadside in some parts of the city, the question on who is grabbing public bus parks remains unclear. Till now, some public transport operators remain to park either on roads or on some people’s plots as the wait[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan National Police Services (SSNPS) have arrested at least 32 suspected gangs’ members in Gumbo-Sherikat residential area. Speaking to the media yesterday, the police spokesperson, Major General James Monday Enoka revealed continuous crackdown on criminals to ensure stability in Gumbo as well as other[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya Farmers in Kondokoro Payam of Juba County have called for government and partners to provide tractors to help boost agricultural production and ease cultivation. Speaking during a distribution of farm tools in the area yesterday, Sarah Poni (Tahuna group) said currently, most farmers rely on hand[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) today expressed dismay after its members were denied entry to cover the commencement of the trial for the suspended First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, and his co-accused. According to a press release from UJOSS, their members were[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s land system is in turmoil, with accusations of corruption and profiteering aimed at traditional chiefs and a dysfunctional land registry. A former Minister of Federal Affairs, Dr. Richard K. Mulla have shed light on the complex issues driving the crisis, which sees land prices[Read More…]