By Sabri Dibaco Uganda and South Sudan launched renewed bilateral peace and security talks in Arua District, Uganda. The dialogue is aimed at addressing border-related tensions, strengthening cooperation, and promoting peaceful coexistence along their shared frontier. The fifth Uganda–South Sudan Joint Bilateral Meeting brought together senior government officials, security agencies,[Read More…]
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CTSAMVM warns South Sudan security situation remains volatile
By Sabri Dibaco The Chairperson of the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM), Maj. Gen. Teshome Anagawe Ayana, has warned that South Sudan’s security situation remains “volatile and unpredictable.” He cited continued armed violence, criminal ambushes, and intercommunal conflicts as major threats to the implementation of[Read More…]
Governor calls for peace, protection of investments in Kapoeta
By Louis Loku The governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong, has called for the protection of lawful investments in Kapoeta South County. He warned that the destruction of businesses and private property discourages investors, threatens jobs, and slows economic development. The governor made the remarks during a consultative meeting[Read More…]
Community in Yei pay final tribute to plane crash victim late Vivian Nandege
By James Innocent Catholic clergy, civil society leaders, community members, and family gathered in Yei River County to pay their final respects to the late Vivian Nandege. Late Vivian was one of the 14 victims who died in the Luri plane crash involving a CityLink Aviation aircraft. Leading the memorial[Read More…]
Governor Lobong rallies Kapoeta North for election, agriculture
By Ijo Bosco The Eastern Equatoria Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has called on residents of Kapoeta North County to prepare for the upcoming elections by remaining peaceful and law-abiding. Addressing a public gathering in Riwoto Town, the governor urged citizens to embrace farming to boost food security, register as SPLM[Read More…]
Didinga and Toposa to hold a peace conference after deadly clashes
By Ijo Bosco The Ngauro chief administrator, Lopoyok Augustino Jervase, has announced plans to convene a peace conference between the Didinga and Toposa communities following deadly clashes that left two people dead and another injured in Leiit, Loudo Payam, on Saturday. Administrator Lopoyok said the violence erupted after a suspected[Read More…]
South Sudan rejects claims of Visa-free entry
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has dismissed reports alleging that the government has introduced a visa-free entry policy for nationals of Egypt and Tanzania. The government described the claims as false and misleading. In a press statement issued on Thursday, the ministry reaffirmed[Read More…]
Farmers decry prolonged dry spell, uneven rain distribution in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Farmers across several counties in Lakes State have expressed concern over poor rainfall distribution and a prolonged dry spell, warning that the situation is threatening crop production and increasing fears of food insecurity. Ranben John, a farmer from Mathiang-Awetdit Village in Rumbek East County, said the lack[Read More…]
Government should strengthen Bishops to spearhead peace in conflict areas
South Sudan continues to face recurring conflicts that threaten lives, livelihoods, and national unity. While the government has made efforts to implement peace agreements and restore stability, insecurity remains a challenge in several parts of the country. In these difficult circumstances, one institution has consistently maintained the trust of communities[Read More…]
Nasir’s clashes were not executed by the SPLA-IO commanders, Gen. Gabriel Duop tells court
By Yiep Joseph The fourth accused in the Nasir incident trial, Gabriel Duop Lam, has denied allegations that the SPLA-IO was involved in the clashes between local youth and the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) in Nasir County. He told the Special Court that he and the SPLM/A-IO leadership[Read More…]
South Sudan’s population is projected to reach 20 million by 2030
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan’s population is projected to grow from 13.2 million in 2021 to nearly 20 million by 2030, driven by high fertility rates and the continued influx of refugees and returnees from neighbouring Sudan, officials revealed during the World Population Day High-Level Dialogue held in Juba. The[Read More…]
States decry persistent high fuel prices despite price drop in Juba
By Sabri Dibaco Citizens across several states have expressed frustration over the continued high cost of fuel outside the capital, Juba, saying recent reductions in pump prices have not reached the rest of the state. While fuel prices in Juba dropped last week, residents in states including Western Equatoria, Upper[Read More…]
24 herd of cattle raided in Twic county, officials on search for suspects
By Hou AKot Hou Officials in Twic County of South Sudan’s Warrap State are earnestly looking for 24 heads of cattle that have been reported to be missing after owners learnt that the cattle were taken towards the grassland areas locally known as Toich (grassland). The incident happened on Tuesday[Read More…]
Suspect on the run in Twic County after brother committed suicide
By Hou Akot Hou A 30-year-old man is remaining at large in Akoc Payam, Twic County, in Warrap after his brother committed suicide over the weekend. Police officials in Akoc Payam, in Twic County, say the man identified as Yuot Maper Yuot was found hanging in a tree after he[Read More…]
A constitution written only in Juba would not work, says Speaker Joseph Ngere
By Louis Loku The Transitional National Legislative Assembly Speaker, Joseph Ngere Paciko, urges MPs to take constitutional consultations to the grassroots as the Max Planck Foundation reaffirms support for a people-led constitution-making process. Speaker Joseph has stressed that the country’s permanent constitution must be written by its people rather than[Read More…]
ELECTION: President Kiir signs R-ARCSS amendment, paving way for December 2026 elections
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has signed into law the 2026 amendment to the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS). According to a statement issued by the Office of the President, the amendment delinked the permanent constitution and the[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Strengthening dialogue Is the key to South Sudan’s future
South Sudan stands at another critical moment in its young history. Years after gaining independence with great hope and optimism, the country continues to face political uncertainty, economic hardship, and security challenges that affect the daily lives of its citizens. At such a time, strengthening dialogue among political parties is[Read More…]
Let the government pursue an inclusive peaceful process
South Sudan’s journey toward lasting peace and stability is a shared responsibility. While the government carries the constitutional mandate to lead the nation, every citizen has a role in ensuring that peace takes root in every community. This is why the country must embrace an inclusive and peaceful political process,[Read More…]
SPLM Juba County prepares for membership registration
By Louis Loku The Secretary General of the SPLM Juba County Secretariat, Henry Darteyo Ladu, convened separate meetings with Payam chairpersons and directors of political clubs to discuss preparations for the upcoming voter registration exercise. This initiative involved youth training ahead of South Sudan’s December 2026 general elections. The meetings[Read More…]
IO party opens secretariat and reaffirms commitment to peace
By Sabri Dibaco The In Opposition party (IO) interim leadership has reaffirmed its commitment to South Sudan’s peace process. The political group made the commitment on Tuesday during the opening of the general secretariat in Juba. During the event, Western Equatoria State Deputy Governor Justin Joseph Marona described the movement[Read More…]