By Alan Clement Koch County Commissioner, David Gatmai Wal has pledged full support for a Ministry-led initiative to train underqualified primary school teachers across the county. Speaking after a meeting with a delegation from the Ministry of General Education and Instruction, Commissioner Gatmai emphasized that strengthening the skills of teachers[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson Presiding Justice of the Supreme Court Dr. James Alala Deng has called on journalists covering the trial of Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused to uphold accuracy, fairness, and balance in their reporting. Speaking during the fourth session on the ruling of the objections presented by[Read More…]

By: Chol D. Johnson Some members of the public have called on the government to exercise transparency in the utilization of the country’s resources. The citizens expressed their views during the Miraya Breakfast show on Monday. As quoted by this outlet, most of the citizens called for proper use of[Read More…]

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…]