By Lodu William Odiya   As the globe commemorates World Refugee Day, poly-crisis situation of refugee and migrant children in South Sudan as well as Sudan takes centre point. East and Southern Africa Network, in partnership with Child Fund Alliance, Plan International, Save the Children International, SOS Children’s Village, and[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu   South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) calls for expressions of interest and applications for 2nd National Quality Awards Competition. Under the theme “Raising Standards: Driving Regional Excellence & Global,” the awards aim to recognize and celebrate organizations and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment[Read More…]

By Peter Kuol Kuch   Bor Hospital has installed an X-ray and neonatal machines to address radiological issues and improve care for infants. According to the Bor Hospital administration, the machines come as a donation from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) through UNICEF, South Sudan’s National Ministry of Health,[Read More…]

By Alan Clement   German government has initiated an agricultural support program, distributing improved seeds to over 1,000 smallholder farmers in Yei and Magwi counties. Implemented by GIZ South Sudan, the intervention aims to bolster production and enhance food security, as farmers prepare for second planting season. The distribution, undertaken[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya   United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to peace and development in South Sudan. This revelation, in a statement released on Thursday, followed a recent visit by Clare Staunton, the UK’s Special Representative to South Sudan. Staunton’s visit coincides with a critical moment of spiraling armed[Read More…]

By Nakwam Rose   Activist has raised concerns about armament of civilians, contributing to high crime rate in various communities in South Sudan. Edmund Yakani, executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress (CEPO) raised the matter following a deadly cattle raid on Monday. The raid in a cattle camp in[Read More…]

By James Innocent   Yei River County, on Thursday unveiled a crafted five-year strategic plan during a meeting at the county headquarters. The county commissioner, Emmanuel Taban Seme expressed gratitude to the Council Exercises Planning Committee for their hard work and dedication in preparing the plan. He said that the[Read More…]

By Jacob Onuha Nelson   An Activist is urging South Sudan government of National Unity to respect freedom of expression as in the transitional constitution and relevant laws of the country. Ter Manyang Gatwech, executive director for centre for Peace and Advocacy, highlights the importance for the government to uphold[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   As South Sudan grapples with increasing cancer burden amidst fragile health system, an expert advocates for establishment of a specialized institute. This call highlights the critical need for dedicated resources and infrastructure to combat a disease often diagnosed too late, placing a heavy burden on[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph   Concerns rise over tensions that threaten stability of peace agreement in South Sudan and a called for an immediate halt to hostilities. Transitional Justice Working Group (TJWG) has expressed June 20, 2025, in a statement. The group also called on the Revitalized Transitional Government of National[Read More…]

By Alan Clement   Cholera outbreak in Abyei Administrative Area has resulted in three deaths and 24 confirmed positive cases. According to Abyei Ministry of Health, the deceased, all from Amiet village in Amenth-Aguok county, include two, who died last week and one yesterday. Dr. Ayom Korchiek Ayom, Abyei health[Read More…]

Alan Clement   Bor is grappling flooding after heavy rainfall and overflow of the Nile River, prompting the town mayor, Achiek Machar, to declare a state of emergency. Entire neighborhoods of Bor, Jonglei State capital of South Sudan, now submerged, leaving thousands of residents displaced, numerous homes and businesses destroyed.[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu   European Union (EU) has committed a substantial €11 million to UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Unveiled on Friday, the funding aims to foster long-term recovery and stability of communities in South Sudan that are impacted by ongoing conflict in[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya   Warrap State has arrested 14 officials from the State Revenue Authority for illegally opening Tharkueng Bridge checkpoint. They were arrested by members of South Sudan People’s Defense Force (SSPDF) 11th Infantry Division In an interview with No. 1 Citizen Newspaper yesterday, Information Minister Mamer Bath[Read More…]

By Alan Clement   Abyei Special Administrative Area Ministry of Health has received donation of three bicycles and one motorcycle from World Health Organization (WHO). This boosts its capacity to deliver essential health services, especially in remote, hard-to-reach areas during the challenging rainy season. The official handover ceremony took place[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu   Technical teams from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda Thursday initialed a comprehensive Peace Agreement in Washington, D.C. This marks a significant step towards de-escalating tensions and fostering stability in the Great Lakes region. The agreement, mediated by the[Read More…]

By Alan Clement   Logo and Goja Boma communities in Yei River County have donated a 250×250 meter parcel of land in Hai Dam area for construction of solar plant. The Solar plant is poised to bring much-needed light, power, and development to the county. The land donation was formalized[Read More…]

By Alan Clement   A road ambush in Tonj South County on Wednesday resulted in the death of one traveler and left another injured. The victims were traveling in a Land Cruiser from Juba when they were attacked near the Ametchok area. Mamer Bath, the Minister for Information in Warrap[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu   Gloria Nyoka Joseph has with effect from Thursday, June 19, 2025, officially resumed her duties as the Executive Director of the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS). This reinstatement follows a swift resolution of an “administrative matter” that led to her indefinite suspension just[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph   Despite ongoing insecurity and economic challenges, South Sudan Commission for Refugee Affairs has revealed that the country is currently hosting more than 600,000 registered refugees. Yawusa Daud Kintha, Deputy Director for Protection and Refugee Welfare at the commission, noted that the numbers have overwhelmed resources, requiring[Read More…]