By Alan Clement Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) Speaker Dr. Jemma Nunu Kumba has appointed Ambrose Pitia Lomin as the First Deputy Speaker. The position was recently left vacant after the president revoked the appointment of Oyet Nathaniel Perino, who fled the country with the title due to political tension[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Ministry of Foreign Affairs has revealed plan to reduce expenses of diplomatic missions abroad. This initiative is aimed at improving efficiency, align operations with South Sudan’s core interests. According to the Foreign Affairs official, South Sudan current has 32 embassies and a consulate[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku A new report from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) reveals that protracted conflicts, food insecurity, and recurring droughts are the primary drivers of migration in the region. Charles Ogolla, Head of Statistics at IGAD, presented the staggering statistics during the launch of the second edition[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The Ministry of foreign affairs has yesterday revealed that the relevant institutions in South Sudan and the Sudanese government are on the move to investigate the killing of South Sudanese citizen in Sudan. Speaking to the media yesterday, Ambassador Philip Jada Natana, who is the Director[Read More…]

By Alan Clement The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has passed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between South Sudan and UAE which proposes reciprocal visa exemptions. While some legislators hailed the agreement as a strategic move toward international integration, others raised alarms over its equity, security, and geopolitical risks. Despite[Read More…]

By Alan Clement The Bilnyang Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Women Group has attributed their renewed farming and food production efforts to the improved security situation in their area. The group expressed their gratitude during a courtesy visit to the National Chairperson of the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), Stephen K.[Read More…]

By Alan Clement A high-level delegation led by Humanitarian Affairs Minister Albino Akol visited Malakal to assess flood risks and bolster coordination for emergency response across Upper Nile State. The delegation, which included the Deputy National Chairperson of the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), Aguek Ring Mabil, was joined by[Read More…]

By Alan Clement President Salva Kiir has directed the newly appointed Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Dr. Joseph Geng Akec to reform the system and restore public trust in legal institutions. Speaking at a swearing-in ceremony for newly-appointed officials in Juba on Wednesday, President Kiir urged the newly appointed[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a rare legal confrontation, police in Juba’s Northern Division are demanding the Office of the President to release David Amour Majur Press Secretary for investigation into a serious criminal offense allegations. While a warrant for Majur’s arrest has been issued, police have not yet detained[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph The Acting spokesperson of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), Col. Garang Ateny Alier, claimed the capture of two SPLM-IO generals in Longechuk County of Upper Nile. Speaking to this outlet, Ateny claimed that the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) consecutively attacked Mathiang barracks[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a significant move to bolster journalism in South Sudan, the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) has partnered with the Indian Embassy. The collaboration was announced following a recent meeting at the Indian Embassy in Juba between UJOSS Secretary General Majak Daniel Kuany Alier[Read More…]

By Alan Clement TNLA lawmakers have proposed a currency change to tackle South Sudan’s worsening liquidity crisis, which has hindered salary access for civil servants and members of parliament. The proposal emerged during the 12th Ordinary Sitting of the TNLA on Monday, September 1st, 2025, following a motion tabled by[Read More…]

By Alan Clement More than 50 South Sudanese lawmakers completed trauma counseling training in Juba, aiming to strengthen emotional resilience and improve legislative capacity amid the country’s ongoing peacebuilding efforts. The training, held from August 26 to 28, was organized by Peace Movement Netherlands Foundation (PAX) under its Empowered Women[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku A second drone attack in less than a week at Heglig airport has prompted key oil companies to expressed fear of shutdown should the situation continue. The latest incident occurred at 2 a.m. on August 30, following an initial attack on August 26. Many people lost[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson and Yiep Joseph Fresh clashes emerged in Longechuk County in Upper Nile State despite peace efforts by the region. The South Sudan Peoples Defense Forces (SSPDF) and the Sudan People Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) confirmed the clashes and continue with blame games. In an exclusive[Read More…]