By Chol D. Johnson /Alan Clement South Sudan’s permanent ceasefire is under renewed strain after monitors recorded a sharp rise in alleged violations in January 2026, driven by escalating clashes between signatory forces and mounting civilian harm. The Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) said 26[Read More…]
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Kiir dispatches officials to Qatar on by-lateral mission
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dispatched a high-ranking team of government officials to the State of Qatar to convey a message to the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani. According to the statement from Presidential press Unit, the delegation’s mission is to enhance relations between[Read More…]
Western powers demand South Sudan recover 1,500 tons of looted food
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A high-level coalition of Western nations has issued a blistering demand to the South Sudanese transitional government, calling for the immediate recovery of over 1,500 metric tons of stolen food aid following a brazen assault on a World Food Programme (WFP) convoy. The joint statement issued[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Health System Gains Lifeline Through WHO, Partner Coordination Efforts
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s fragile health system has received a critical lifeline as the World Health Organization (WHO), working with the Ministry of Health and supported by the South Sudan Humanitarian Fund (SSHF) and the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF), delivered emergency medical supplies and expanded disease surveillance[Read More…]
Gov’t Obstruction Undermines Protection of Women Amid GBV Crisis: Warned UNPOL
By Alan Clement The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has warned that deep budget cuts and persistent restrictions on its movement are undermining civilian protection at a time when women and girls face some of the highest levels of violence globally. Briefing the UN Security Council, UNMISS Police[Read More…]
Digital expert presents more exhibits before special court
By Yiep Joseph The last prosecution witness presented more exhibits as the special court trying Dr. Riek Machar and the seven co-accused continues. On Friday, during the 48th court session, a South African digital forensic investigator and expert, Ratlhogo Peter Calvin, displaced WhatsApp conversations extracted from the phones of some[Read More…]
UN condemns ongoing violence, cites worsening humanitarian situation
By Alan Clement The United Nations has condemned escalating violence in South Sudan, warning that attacks on hospitals and aid operations are fuelling mass displacement and leaving nearly 10 million people in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. The warning was delivered by the Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, Farhan Haq,[Read More…]
AU : Commends South Sudan for Hosting Sudanese Refugees
By Alan Clement The African Union has renewed calls for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan, warning of deepening regional repercussions, while commending South Sudan for hosting thousands of Sudanese refugees despite its own fragile post-conflict recovery. The appeal was made during a meeting in Addis Ababa between the Chairperson of[Read More…]
UN warns South Sudan peacekeeping at risk as pledges lag, cooperation gaps persist
By Alan Clement United Nations peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix has warned that South Sudan’s fragile peace process could be undermined unless international pledges for police reinforcements are delivered and cooperation with national authorities is strengthened. Addressing the UN Security Council during its annual briefing by heads of police components of[Read More…]
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s government has launched a high-level inter-ministerial probe into operations at the Nimule border, signalling concern over persistent trade bottlenecks at the country’s most important commercial gateway. According to a statement from the Trade Ministry, the fact-finding mission led by the Minister of Trade and Industry[Read More…]
Envoy Launches 1,500 High School Scholarship Program for Orphans, Disadvantaged Children
By Chol D. Johnson The Government through the office of the senior presidential envoy for special program has reaffirmed its commitment to education, transparency, and social inclusion. In order to realized inclusive Education across the country, the official of the senior presidential envoy on Thursday launched National High School Sponsorship[Read More…]
Save the Children Halts Work in Part of Jonglei, Citing Thefts of Vehicles
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A desperate search for safety has forced one of the world’s largest aid agencies to pull out of a critical South Sudanese hub, leaving thousands of children without a lifeline after their delivery vehicles were seized at gunpoint. Save the Children South Sudan confirmed it has[Read More…]
DYA-J elects youth leader amidst calls for youth employment
By Chol D. Johnson As the country faces youth unemployment, the Associations’ leaders have been urged to ensure that youth are empowered across the country. The call for youth empowerment remains a role for the government, non-governmental organizations, and youth associations. As part of the democratic processes, the Dachuek Youth[Read More…]
NDM : Dismisses six senior members
By Alan Clement The leadership of National Democratic Movement (NDM) has rejected what it described as an unconstitutional attempt by a faction within its leadership to remove party chairperson Dr. Lam Akol Ajawin. The part however expelled six members accused of violating the party’s Basic Rules. Speaking to the Press[Read More…]
Child Immunisation Improves; Access Gaps Persist: WHO
By Alan Clement South Sudan reduced zero-dose children from 28% to 5% in 2025, but millions still lack routine health services, the World Health Organization (WHO) noted in its annual report. However, the World Health Organization warned that fragile health access, insecurity and climate shocks continue to leave millions without[Read More…]
Go Home and Die Peacefully’: South Sudan’s Heartbreaking Battle against a 100% Preventable cancer Tragedy
By Kei Emmanuel Duku For many in South Sudan, a cancer diagnosis is not just a medical crisis; it is a whispered death sentence. In a nation where the healthcare system is still finding its footing, the silence surrounding the “silent killer” has become as lethal as the disease itself.[Read More…]
South Sudan Recognizes Psychological and Social Toll of War on Veterans
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s government has formally acknowledged the long-term psychological, social and family costs borne by veterans and wounded soldiers, with senior officials pledging renewed attention to their welfare beyond battlefield injuries. According to a statement from the Special Envoy’s office, addressing veterans in Bilpham on Wednesday, the[Read More…]
GOVERNMENT : Set measures to stabilize the economy
By Chol D. Johnson The government is set to implement economic stabilization and structural reforms passed last week by the cabinet. Speaking during the press conference on Wednesday, Minister of Finance and Planning Bak Barnaba Chol announced that the reforms will now move into the implementation phase. “After the announcement,[Read More…]
Government to Withdraw Support from 101 Health Facilities
By Chol D. Johnson The government will withdraw support from 101 health facilities assessed as having low functionality, as part of adjustments to keep the Health Sector Transformation Project (HSTP) viable. Speaking on Tuesday during a press briefing, Minister of Health Sarah Cleto Rial announced that support will be withdrawn[Read More…]
UNMISS Engages Yei Civil Society on Insecurity and Humanitarian Challenges
By James Innocent The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has held a one-day consultative forum with civil society organizations in Yei River County to discuss key security and humanitarian challenges affecting local communities. The meeting, led by UNMISS Team Leader James Mugo Murithihi, brought together UNMISS officials from[Read More…]