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…]
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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…]
Lobong raises child abductions, cattle raids during CDF visit to Torit
By Louis Loku Eastern Equatoria State Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has informed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen. Santino Deng Wol that while the state remains relatively peaceful, it continues to face security challenges, including child abductions, cattle raiding, and the activities of armed groups in some areas. Speaking during[Read More…]
MTN to repair the CT scan machine and will provide solar power to Juba Teaching Hospital
By Sabri Dibaco MTN South Sudan has launched its annual Yellow Care campaign in partnership with Juba Teaching Hospital, focusing on improving maternal and child healthcare services through technology and infrastructure support. The initiative runs from June 1 to June 21 under the theme “Expanding Equitable Healthcare for Communities.” Speaking[Read More…]
Be part of the decision-making processes that shape our society, Bakosoro tells Zande youth
By Sabri Dibaco Former Presidential Affairs Minister and prominent Azande leader, Joseph Bangasi Bakosoro, has called on Azande youth to actively participate in public affairs, embrace innovation, and pursue career development to contribute meaningfully to the progress of their communities. Speaking at the Azande Global Youth Conference, which brought together[Read More…]
Gang members shot dead one person and injured a few others in Bor
By Peter Kuol Kuch The gang members have shot and killed one person and injured a few others during the weekend’s Champions League celebrations between PSG and Arsenal in Bor. Following the weekend Champions League win celebrations between PSG and Arsenal among the different football fans in Bor, many crew[Read More…]
Puot asks court to acquit him, co-accused over lack of evidence
By Yiep Joseph Suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol on Monday asked the court to acquit him and his co-accused, arguing that prosecutors had failed to prove the charges against them beyond a reasonable doubt. Addressing the court during the 82nd hearing session, Puot concluded his defense by maintaining that[Read More…]
Four Yei local administrators transferred to Juba City Council
By James Innocent Yei River County Commissioner Hon. Samuel Henry Malimbo has described the transfer of four local government administrators from Yei River County to Juba City Council as a routine administrative process aimed at strengthening public service and institutional cooperation. Speaking during the meeting for the outgoing officials, Malimbo[Read More…]
Trade Ministry engages the business community over economic challenges
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Trade and Industry held a consultative meeting with members of the business community to discuss major challenges affecting trade and industrial activities. In a press statement extended to the media, the discussions focused on pressing issues facing traders and investors. Among the issues discussed[Read More…]
Russia sponsors electoral training for NEC officials ahead of polls
By Louis Loku Three senior officials from South Sudan’s National Elections Commission (NEC) have traveled to Russia for advanced electoral training as part of preparations for the country’s anticipated 2026 general elections. The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Juba announced that the training program is fully funded by the[Read More…]
CES security committee to intensify patrols to address ambushes along roads
By Lodu William Odiya The committee additionally directed the state task force to intensify patrols along the Juba-Torit, Juba-Terekeka, and Juba-Rokon roads to protect travellers from ambushes and combat armed robberies along those roads. This followed an alleged attack carried out by elements of the SPLA/IO forces on the technical[Read More…]
VP Hussein tells Warrap communities to cease hostilities
By Yiep Joseph The Vice President and the Chairperson of the Service Delivery Cluster, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, have called on the people of Warrap State to abandon violence and embrace peace. The vice president made the remarks during a meeting with the Warrap State cabinet in Kuajok. In a statement[Read More…]
Yei health authorities heighten Ebola surveillance amid DR Congo outbreak
By James Innocent Health authorities in Yei River County have urged residents to remain vigilant following reports of an Ebola outbreak in neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). County health officials say the outbreak in eastern Congo has raised concerns because of the close border connections between the DRC and[Read More…]
Election: “We don’t want any Muslim to vote for anyone apart from President Salva Kiir,” says VP Hussein
By Ngor Deng Matem & Louis Lako Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Akol has told the Muslim community in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State (NBGs) to rally behind President Salva Kiir Mayardit ahead of the country’s December 2026 general elections. The VP told Muslims on Wednesday during Eid Al-Adha prayers held[Read More…]
South Sudan seeks a stronger partnership with the African Development Bank
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan has appealed for increased concessional financing, stronger climate resilience support, and expanded private sector investment during the African Development Bank annual meetings in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo. Delivering South Sudan’s statement on behalf of the Minister of Finance and Planning, Daniel Ayulo, the delegation thanked[Read More…]
Minister urges politicians to stop interfering in youth convention
By Yiep Joseph The Central Equatoria State Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, Bush Buse, has called on politicians to stop interfering in the upcoming youth convention. He warned that political influence could undermine the credibility and independence of youth leadership in the state. The minister appealed ahead of the[Read More…]
Minister Puot alleges that Bol Mel pressured him to denounce Dr. Machar
By Yiep Joseph The suspended petroleum minister and first accused, Puot Kang Chol, on Monday told the Special Court that he repeatedly rejected pressure from government officials to denounce Dr. Riek Machar while in detention. Puot made the claims during the 81st court session, where he continued presenting his defense[Read More…]
Al Maderia FC clinches Bahr El Ghazal Zonal title with perfect record
By Yang Ater Yang Al Maderia FC of Aweil has officially crowned itself champions of the Bahr El Ghazal Region Zonal Qualification (Group A), securing a hard-fought 1:0 victory over local favourites Gonzaga FC Rumbek. With this final matchday win in the South Sudan National League 2025–2026 competition, Al Maderia[Read More…]
Government, and UNOPS deliver fishing nets to flood-affected families
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, in partnership with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), has distributed 1,351 fishing nets to vulnerable households in Lakes and Jonglei States. In a press release from the UNOPS communication officer, the distribution is part of efforts to[Read More…]