By Alan Clement The Special Court hearing the case of Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused will commence official proceedings on Wednesday to allow the prosecution team time to submit and verify its evidence. In opening statements following the dismissal of the defense’s objections, the prosecution alleged that Dr. Riek[Read More…]

By Alan Clement South Sudan has called on China-Africa Cooperation to intensify efforts in completing the continent’s digital transformation, citing persistent infrastructure challenges that hinder progress in emerging economies. The appeal was made by Engineer Thomas Gatkuoth Nyak, Undersecretary in the Ministry of Telecommunication and Postal Services, during his address[Read More…]

By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Commissioner of Bor County, Samuel Ateny Pech Ariik, has launched the internal road renovation project in the county. According to the statement obtained from the Office of the Commissioner Press Unit, the project is aimed at improving accessibility and easing the difficulties faced by residents[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson South Sudan has officially joined Eastern and Southern Africa Water and Sanitation (ESAWAS). According to  official from Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, it marked a key step toward strengthening national water regulation and aligning with regional standards. The accession was formalized on September 25, 2025,[Read More…]

By Alan Clement Senior Presidential Envoy Adut Kiir has reaffirmed the critical role of the South Sudan National Youth Union (SSNYU) in the country’s ongoing journey toward peace, prosperity, and national transformation. During a high-level engagement with the Union’s leadership in Juba led by its Chairperson, Taban Paride Lokasmoi, the[Read More…]

By Alan Clement South Sudan has reaffirmed its commitment to support avenues to end the ongoing conflict in neighboring Sudan. In a pointed appeal while addressing the 80th UN General Assembly, Vice President Josephine Lagu Yanga said there is a need for the United Nations and the world to put[Read More…]

By James Innocent Humanitarian and development stakeholders in South Sudan had been urged to strengthen their programs through a rights-based approach that ensures inclusivity, accountability, and alignment with international human rights treaties. Policy analyst Slash Moses, speaking to representatives from various sectors in Yei, emphasized that sustainable development can only[Read More…]

By Alan Clement The Chinese Overseas Association in South Sudan has extended humanitarian support to the family of an eight-year-old girl who was paralyzed after being shot in Gumbo earlier this year. During a brief handover ceremony held at Beijing Hotel, the association donated food items including rice, juice, cooking[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The Government prosecutors have yesterday asked the special court to dismiss two of Dr. Riek Machar’s lawyers, arguing they lack valid licenses. This demand came during the third session where the government prosecutors emphasized that there were some of the defense lawyers’ whose licence were expired.[Read More…]

By Alan Clement Abyei’s Minister of Gender, Child, and Social Welfare, Aluel Minyiel Rou, has pledged her Ministry’s full support to bolster human rights advocacy in the Abyei Special Administration area. In a statement, the minister made the pledge during a meeting with a delegation led by Acting Chairperson Monychol[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The court proceeding over suspended Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven other accused of treason has again adjourned the third hearing to allow time for the prosecutors and the defense lawyers to respond to the points of objections in writings. During the third hearing, the[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s civil servants and organized forces can finally breathe a sigh of relief for the month of September as the Ministry of Finance and Planning has announced the full payment of their salaries. This comes at the backdrop of commitment initially made by Vice President[Read More…]

Kei Emmanuel Duku A cameraman working for the Office of the First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, was detained by security forces as he attempted to cover a court hearing in Juba, an act that has drawn strong condemnation from his office and prompted a senior justice to reiterate the[Read More…]

Kei Emmanuel Duku The U.S. Embassy in Juba has issued a strong statement condemning what it described as a “worsening pattern of looting and rent-seeking” directed at humanitarian aid efforts in South Sudan. The condemnation comes after an incident in which South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) personnel allegedly raided[Read More…]

By Jacob Onuha Nelson The former vice chancellor of University of Juba, Professor John Akec, has urged the government to relocate the venue for ongoing trial of suspended First Vice President Machar. The court proceedings that started on Monday at Freedom Hall had led to negative impact on economic, social,[Read More…]