By Sabri Dibaco The Azande Globe Conference concluded on a high note with participants reaffirming their commitment to youth empowerment, cultural preservation, innovation, and community development under the theme, “Together We Create, Connect, and Inspire.” The conference brought together Azande youth, leaders, professionals, government officials, Azande elders, and community members[Read More…]
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Adut donates 10 vehicles to boost South Sudan’s Ebola preparedness
By Louis Loku Senior Presidential Envoy on Special Programs, Adut Kiir, has donated ten vehicles to strengthen South Sudan’s preparedness and response capacity against a potential Ebola outbreak. The donation was announced on Tuesday during her visit to the National Public Health Institute (NPHI), where she was accompanied by the[Read More…]
14 killed, and 23 injured in Rubkona County
By Yien Gattuor Mead At least 14 people, including women and children, were killed and 23 others wounded in a deadly cattle raid on Payangai village in Budang Payam, Rubkona County, in Unity State. According to Unity State authorities and local leaders, the incident occurred on Tuesday night. The attack,[Read More…]
Government, and development partners unite to enhance aid effectiveness
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Finance and Planning, in partnership with development partners through the Global Partnership for Effective Development Cooperation (GPEDC), has convened a multi-stakeholder action dialogue aimed at strengthening development cooperation and improving service delivery across South Sudan. Speaking during the opening session, the Undersecretary for Planning[Read More…]
Yei completes training of mosquito net distributors ahead of countywide campaign
By James Innocent More than 280 mosquito net distributors have completed a two-day training program in Yei River County ahead of a major malaria prevention campaign expected to reach thousands of households across the county. The training, organised by the County Health Department in partnership with Health Link, brought together[Read More…]
VP Abdelbagi’s protocol officer dies in a car crash in Aweil East County
By Hou Akot Hou A protocol officer serving Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, who heads the Services Cluster, died in a road accident along the Malualkon–Wanyjok road in Aweil East County on Wednesday morning. According to sources on the ground, the deceased was traveling from Amarjal village, where the Vice[Read More…]
South Sudanese AfroZouk singer Queen Hustler rebrands as Jaki
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudanese AfroZouk and dancehall sensation Jaki has officially announced a major rebrand, marking a significant milestone in her musical journey. The talented artist revealed that her former stage name, Queen Hustler Official, will no longer serve as her artist identity but will instead become her[Read More…]
Court hears Puot Kang’s efforts to prevent Nasir conflict
By Yiep Joseph Suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol told the court on Tuesday that he made efforts to prevent the outbreak of fighting in Nasir before his arrest. Testifying during the 83rd court session, Puot, who is the first accused in the case, said he actively worked to de-escalate[Read More…]
PPC sets deadline for registration ahead of 2026 elections
By Yiep Joseph and Sabri Dibaco The Political Parties Council (PPC) has announced June 30, 2026, as the final deadline for political parties seeking to participate in South Sudan’s 2026 general elections. In a statutory notice issued on Sunday, the council said that while the registration of political parties remains[Read More…]
Kiir urges stakeholders to strength efforts to increase oil production
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has urged the oil sector stakeholders to maintain stability in the oil fields and continue efforts to increase production. In a statement that was released by the presidential press unit yesterday, the head of state commended the performance of the country’s oil[Read More…]
President Kiir directs CES governor to tighten security and maintain peace
By Louis Loku President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the government of Central Equatoria State to strengthen security measures and maintain peace as South Sudan approaches its anticipated national elections. The directive was issued during a meeting held at the State House on Monday, where Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel[Read More…]
Aliap, Panyar and Beer communities sign peace agreement to end hostilities
By Yang Ater Yang Communities from the Aliap, Panyar, and Beer sections in Rumbek East and Rumbek Central counties have agreed to reconcile and peacefully coexist following deadly intercommunal clashes linked to disputes over grazing land and cattle camps earlier this year. The agreement was reached during a two-day peace[Read More…]
Lakes State nurses and midwives call for better working conditions
By Yang Ater Yang The South Sudan Nurses and Midwives Association (SSNAMA) in Lakes State on Saturday commemorated the International Day of Nurses and Midwives with a seminar focused on strengthening healthcare services and improving the welfare of health workers. The event was held under the theme “Our Nurses. Our[Read More…]
South Sudan government calls for lifting of sanctions
By Louis Loku The government of South Sudan has rejected recent remarks made by the United States at the United Nations Security Council, defending President Salva Kiir Mayardit’s leadership and renewing calls for the lifting of sanctions and the arms embargo imposed on the country. In a statement issued by[Read More…]
Low school attendance worries education stakeholders in Maaji settlement
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Low school attendance has been reported in Maaji Refugee Settlement in Adjumani District as schools reopen for the new term, prompting education stakeholders to appeal to parents to ensure their children return to class. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Newspaper, the headteacher of one of the[Read More…]
Inside Examination Council’s Certificate of Secondary Education results for 2025
By Lodu William Odiya The Ministry of General Education and Instruction has officially released the 2025 Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) examination results, announcing an overall pass rate of 80.7 percent among candidates who sat for the national examinations. In a statement that was released by the MoGEI on Tuesday,[Read More…]
Yei County relocates trucks to former UNHCR compound to ease congestion
By James Innocent Authorities in Yei River County have directed that all heavy trucks operating within the county be relocated to the former UNHCR compound in Lutaya as part of efforts to reduce congestion in the town and improve security management. Speaking during an inspection visit, Yei River County Commissioner [Read More…]
Why Examination Council nullifies results for 87 students from Nimule Model School?
By Yiep Joseph The National Examination Council (NEC) has nullified the results of 87 candidates from Nimule Model Secondary School for violating examination rules and regulations. The body made the decision as it announced the top performers in the 2025 South Sudan Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (SSCSE). Dr. Kuyok[Read More…]
More South Sudanese refugees return home despite hardships, leaders reveal
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Refugee leaders in Uganda have raised concerns over the increasing number of South Sudanese refugees voluntarily returning to South Sudan despite the continued economic and humanitarian challenges facing the country. According to refugee leaders in Nyumanzi Refugee Settlement, many young South Sudanese refugees aged between 25[Read More…]
Ateny dismisses arrest rumours against ambassador Garang
By Deng Athian The National Minister of Information, Communication Technology, and Postal Services, Ateny Wek Ateny, has dismissed reports circulating on social media that authorities are planning to arrest senior diplomat and community leader Ambassador Garang Deng Aguer. Minister Wek said no legal case has been filed against him. Speaking[Read More…]