By Lodu William Odiya A U.S. diplomat has raised concerns over the effectiveness of billions of dollars generated from oil revenues and international aid in South Sudan. Speaking on Tuesday, during the release of the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification report, Charles Vetter questioned how such resources have been[Read More…]
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Four killed in Kaya road ambush as Yei commissioner condemns the attack
By James Innocent At least four people have been killed in an ambush along the Kaya–Yei Road while travelling to Yei on Tuesday. The Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, confirmed the incident, noting that among the dead was a member of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces[Read More…]
South Sudan set to celebrate International Labour Day on Friday
By Chol D. Johnson The government of South Sudan has announced plans to officially celebrate International Labour Day on May 1 in the capital, Juba. Speaking during a press conference on Tuesday, the Minister of Labour, Anthony Lino Makana, said the government is fully prepared to join the international community[Read More…]
BoSS to inject more cash into commercial banks to ease liquidity crisis
By Yiep Joseph The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has announced plans to supply additional physical cash to commercial banks to ease the liquidity crisis that has made it difficult for citizens to access their money. The announcement followed a high-level meeting on Tuesday between BoSS officials and managing directors[Read More…]
Governor Adil meets SPLM youth league to boost mobilization for SPLA Day
By Sabri Dibaco The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Cde. Emmanuel Adil Anthony, who also serves as the SPLM State Chairperson, has met with the SPLM Youth League to strengthen mobilisation efforts ahead of the upcoming SPLA Day celebrations on 16th May. The meeting brought together the SPLM National Youth[Read More…]
Youth conference in Juba inspires a value driven generation
By Sabri Dibaco The Minister of Gender, Child and Social Welfare, Nuna Rhoda Rudolf, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to empowering young people and strengthening family values during the Global Movement Youth and Teenagers Conference held in Juba. The conference brought together youth, faith leaders, and development partners in a[Read More…]
CES mourns victims of tragic plane crash in Luri
By Yiep Joseph The Government of Central Equatoria State (CES) has expressed deep sorrow and mourning following a tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of 15 people in Luri. In his message of condolence extended to the media, CES governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony described the incident as a devastating[Read More…]
Unity State, and MSF to rehabilitate road to Bentiu state hospital
By Sabri Dibaco The Unity State Government, in collaboration with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), has announced plans to urgently rehabilitate the road leading to Bentiu State Hospital. This followed growing concerns over limited access to critical health services. The decision was reached after a high-level meeting involving the state minister[Read More…]
GPAA Minister urges greater Jonglei communities to respect peace
By Chol D. Johnson The Information Minister of the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA), Jacob Werchum Juok, has called on communities in Greater Jonglei to respect peace and resolve grievances through dialogue. Speaking on Monday to No. 1Citizen Daily Newspaper, Werchum urged both government authorities and civilians to prioritise negotiations[Read More…]
Plane Crash: 15 killed in plane crash near Luri, SSCAA confirms
By Chol D. Johnson Fifteen people have been killed in a plane crash that occurred in Luri Payam, just a few kilometers away from the city. In a press statement issued on Monday, the South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) confirmed the incident. The aviation authority cited that the aircraft,[Read More…]
Land grabbing and chronic insecurity devastating South Sudan, says new CES Speaker
By Kei Emmanuel Duku The newly installed Speaker of the Central Equatorial State (CES) Legislative Assembly has issued a blistering assessment of the state’s current affairs, warning that “chronic insecurity” and rampant “land grabbing” are strangling the agricultural and economic potential of what is traditionally ranked as South Sudan’s premier[Read More…]
Government, UNMISS hold talks to ease fuel supply constraints
By Sabri Dibaco The Minister of Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang, convened a high-level meeting with a delegation from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to address ongoing challenges affecting fuel importation and supply across the country. The UNMISS delegation was led by Graham Maitland, Deputy Special[Read More…]
Revenge killing leaves a 23-Year-old man dead in Koch county
By Yien Gattuor Mead A 23-year-old man was killed in a suspected revenge attack in Jaak Payam of Koch County, Unity State, on Saturday morning. According to local sources, the killing is linked to an earlier incident that took place on 21 April in Bentiu IDP Camp, where another young[Read More…]
Collo Kingdom pushes for stability and election preparation
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit met on Monday with Kuongo Dak Padiet, the king of the Collo Kingdom, at the Presidential Palace in Juba. According to the Presidential Press Unit, the meeting focused on efforts to promote national stability and prepare for upcoming elections. Both sides emphasised the[Read More…]
Court rejects defense bid for SSBC live coverage in Dr. Machar trial
By Yiep Joseph The special court trying suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused has dismissed a defense application seeking permission for live broadcast of the proceedings on the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC). The ruling was made during the court’s 72nd session on Monday, following[Read More…]
Government dismisses Dr. Bol Mel’s leaked report as fabricated
By Lodu William Odiya The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs has dismissed the “Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel leak report,” describing it as a fabricated document circulating on social media. Speaking at a press conference in Juba on Monday, Abraham Tilar, a member of the Investigation and Prosecution Committee, categorically[Read More…]
SPLM strengthens grassroots mobilisation in CES under governor Adil’s leadership
By Louis Loku The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) in Central Equatoria State has stepped up its grassroots mobilisation efforts under the leadership of Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony. This is part of broader preparations for the December 2026 general elections. Governor Adil, who also serves as SPLM Chairperson for Central[Read More…]
Aweil Municipal Council officials join cleaners in “keep Aweil clean” campaign
By Hou Akot Hou Officials from the Aweil Municipal Council in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State on Friday joined community cleaners in a general cleaning exercise as part of the “Keep Aweil Clean” campaign in Aweil Town. The initiative aims to improve sanitation and reduce crime in the town, particularly[Read More…]
Activist raises alarm over delayed election funding, warns 2026 polls at risk
By Louis Loku The Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO) has raised concerns over what it describes as the government’s failure to provide timely and adequate funding to the National Elections Commission. He warned that the delay could jeopardise South Sudan’s planned general elections scheduled for December 2026. Speaking to[Read More…]
Yei commissioner directs fuel stations to adjust prices
By James Innocent The Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, has directed fuel station operators to cap pump prices at 13,000 South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) per litre. This followed a consultative meeting with traders shortly after his return to the county. The directive aims to stabilise fuel prices[Read More…]