By Jackson Gaaniko The Governor of Western Equatoria State, Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa has called on the people of South Sudan to embrace peace, dialogue, and reconciliation as the foundation for lasting stability and development. Speaking during a peace engagement in Western Equatoria, Governor Rimbasa expressed appreciation to church leaders for[Read More…]
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SSRA board nullifies commissioner general’s order, reinstates commissioners
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan Revenue Authority Board of Directors have nullified an administrative order issued in march by the commissioner General and reinstated commissioners. According to a statement that was issued by the office of the Board Chairperson, the order purported to create advisory positions within the Customs[Read More…]
Human Rights Watch blames parties for blocking aid, displacing civilians
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan’s military and opposition forces are blocking humanitarian access and unjustifiably ordering civilians to evacuate populated areas, Human Rights Watch said. According to Human Right Watch, since late 2025, the military has issued multiple evacuation orders, at least three of them sweeping in nature and[Read More…]
CES Governor directs Juba County Commissioner to tackle land grabbing
By Chol D. Johnson The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has directed the newly appointed Commissioner of Juba County to develop mechanisms to address the growing problem of land grabbing. Speaking on Monday during the swearing-in ceremony, Governor Adil emphasized the urgent need for a structured approach[Read More…]
UNHCR to address South Sudanese refugee’s challenges in Egypt
By Lodu William Odiya The United Nations High Commission for Refugee’s Country Representative, Matthew Brook has vowed to address challenges facing South Sudanese refugees in Egypt. In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Corporations unit yesterday, the remark came during a meeting between Akuei Bona[Read More…]
National Bureau of Statistics receives IT equipment to enhance agricultural statistics
By Lodu William Odiya In a continued effort to strengthen South Sudan’s national statistical system, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) officially handed over a consignment of IT equipment to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). In a statement that was released by the NBS yesterday,[Read More…]
Bishop Hiiboro warns teachers against aiding exam malpractice
By Sabri Dibaco The Catholic Bishop of TomburaYambio Diocese, Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, has called on teachers across South Sudan to refrain from assisting students in examination malpractice. He cited that such behavior undermines the future of the nation. Speaking during the opening of the new ECSS St. Paul Secondary School[Read More…]
South Sudan strengthens health through strategic partnership with China
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Health has reinforced its strategic partnership with China following a high-level meeting between Health Minister Luke Thompson and the Chinese Ambassador to South Sudan Mark Qiang. The meeting underscored a shared vision, building a resilient, inclusive, and modern healthcare system capable of meeting the[Read More…]
Student Union in Morocco seeks increased support
By Sabri Dibaco A student leader representing South Sudanese scholars in Morocco has met with the Minister of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), calling for increased financial support for students studying under government scholarship programs. During the meeting, student representative Malith Malith, highlighted the growing financial challenges faced by South[Read More…]
Activist Yakani dismisses arrest Rumours, says he is safe
By Jackson Gaaniko Civil society activist Edmund Yakani has dismissed widespread social media claims alleging that he was arrested or abducted by security agents in Juba. He described the reports as false and misleading. in a statement to the media, Yakani, the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress[Read More…]
Leaders travel to Minga payam in solidarity with displaced families
By: Jackson Gaaniko Community leaders from the Minga Community Association (MCA), led by Chairperson Bilal Mundara Fadoul, departed Juba on Saturday for Minga Payam in Mundri East County, Western Equatoria State. The Journey is meant to show solidarity with internally displaced persons (IDPs) affected by recent violence. The delegation is[Read More…]
WES Governor commits to peace as partners assess programs
By Jackson Gaaniko The Governor of Western Equatoria State, Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa, has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to peacebuilding during a joint monitoring visit by national and international partners assessing ongoing initiatives in the state. The delegation, comprising representatives from the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa[Read More…]
UN chief appoints Kiki Gbeho as new UNMISS head
By Jackson Gaaniko The Secretary-General of the United Nations has appointed Ghanaian diplomat Anita Kiki Gbeho as the new Special Representative to the Secretary-General (SRSG) and the Head of United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Ms. Gbeho succeeds Nicholas Haysom of South Africa, whose leadership the UN chief commended[Read More…]
Lawmaker urges journalists to report ethically on labour migration
By Chol D. Johnson A member of Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has called on journalists to uphold ethical standards when reporting on labour migration. Agasio Akol Arop, Chairperson of the Labour and Industrial Sub-Committee in the TNLA, made the remarks on Wednesday during a media roundtable on labour migration[Read More…]
Partners urged to strengthen coordination as Yei authorities push for accountability
By James Innocent Yei authorities called for effective coordination with humanitarian partners in order to strengthen service delivery. The call was made during the Area Reference Group (ARG) meeting in Yei River County that brought together county authorities. The meeting focused on the renewed calls for stronger coordination, accountability, and[Read More…]
Ministry of health sets to deliver C4 supplies
By Sabri Dibaco The National Ministry of Health has expressed satisfaction with the ongoing distribution of C4 supplies across the country, describing the exercise as a significant step toward strengthening the health system. In a statement released, the Ministry confirmed that the distribution process is progressing well, with essential medical[Read More…]
Morobo commissioner meets payam directors, calls for team work
By James Innocent The Commissioner of Morobo County, Joseph Mawa Okuba, has convened a meeting with departmental heads and payam directors to assess performance. The meeting was aimed at addressing challenges, and review progress on key government priorities. The meeting focused on six strategic areas aligned with the State government’s[Read More…]
Cattle raid violence leaves 3 people dead, 4 injured in Warrap
By Hou Akot Hou At least three people, including one suspected raider, are killed and four others injured following a cattle raid in Agook Nyang village of Aweng Payam, Twic County in Warrap State. According to local authorities, the incident occurs on Tuesday at around 4:00 PM when cattle herders[Read More…]
One dead, five people injured in oil tank fire in Warrap State
By Chol D. Johnson A generator technician has died and five others sustained burn injuries following a fire outbreak involving oil tanks in Warrap State. In an interview with No.1 Citizen Newspaper on Thursday, Warrap State Minister of Information, William Wol Mayom, confirmed that the incident resulted in one fatality[Read More…]
AU reaffirms support for 2026 elections
By Sabri Dibaco The African Union (AU) has reaffirmed its support for inter-party dialogue and South Sudan’s 2026 elections. On Thursday, President Salva Kiir Mayardit and a visiting AU delegation headed by Jakaya Kikwete, AU High Representative for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, held discussions in Juba. [Read More…]