By Philip Buda Ladu As the United Nations alarms of potential relapse into full-scale civil war due to escalating political tensions, the South Sudan Law Society (SSLS) convened a stakeholders’ briefing to discuss the Geneva Conventions. The SSLS organized the briefing to educate stakeholders on the four Geneva Conventions, which[Read More…]
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SPLM-IO Political Bureau reaffirms commitment to peace agreement
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Members of the SPLM-IO political bureau have reaffirmed their commitment to implementing the 2018 agreement. Chairperson of the National Committee for Peace and Reconciliation and a senior member of the party, Stephen Par Kuol, stated that this is the only way to address the ongoing clashes[Read More…]
Africa Zeal University denies attack on campus
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Africa Zeal University (AZU) administration has refuted reports of an armed group attack directly targeting its campus. The high learning institution clarified that recent gunfire heard in the vicinity originated from a nearby military training center in Rajaf. Gunfire, which occurred early this week, involved[Read More…]
Civil society calls for action to end tensions
By Nakwam Rose South Sudan Civil Society Forum (SSCSF) is urging various civil society organizations and stakeholders to come together and support efforts aimed at alleviating the ongoing turmoil gripping the nation. In a press release dated March 27, 2025, SSCSF convened a gathering that brought together over 200 representatives[Read More…]
Do not doom another generation to war, IGAD envoy pleads
By Yiep Joseph Amidst growing concerns over the implementation of South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement, Ambassador Ismail Wais, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Special Envoy for South Sudan is urging leaders never to return the country to war. Speaking at the launch of a nationwide constitutional awareness campaign, Ambassador[Read More…]
Fear grips Juba city
By Philip Buda Ladu A fragile calm settled over Juba on Friday, following a tense Thursday night, as political tensions escalated in the wake of First Vice President Riek Machar’s house arrest. Despite the surface-level normalcy of daily life, deep-seated fear and anxiety gripped the city’s residents. Samuel, a shopkeeper[Read More…]
SPLA-IO officers defect to gov’t
By Staff Writer At least 221 Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO) personnel have defected to the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and other organized forces. National Security Service (NSS) revealed this in a press release that those who defected are under the command of eight senior officers[Read More…]
Machar’s arrest “does not endanger” peace deal
By Yiep Joseph Micheal Makuei Lueth, the Minister of Information, Communication, Technology, and Postal Services has stressed that the 2018 peace agreement is still progressing despite the arrest of First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar. During a press conference on Friday, Makuei called on the public not to panic, explaining[Read More…]
IGAD concerned over escalating political tensions in South Sudan
By Philip Buda Ladu Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has voiced deep concern over the rising political tensions in South Sudan, particularly in light of the reported house arrest of First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny. In a statement released on Thursday, IGAD warns that these developments threaten to[Read More…]
UN human rights body urges civilians’ protection
By Philip Buda Ladu United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has called for protection of civilians and upholding the Revitalized Peace amid country’s rapidly deteriorating political situation. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Commission cautioned that recent events, including the arrest of First Vice President[Read More…]
Poor health services spark increase in Cholera cases in Akobo West
By Peter Kuol Kuch Authorities in Akobo County have reported that inadequate health services have led to a rise in cholera cases in Walgak this month. According to the Commissioner of Akobo County, Puok Nyang, the number of cholera cases has surged in recent weeks due to these deficiencies.[Read More…]
OCND calls for restraint amid ongoing tension
By Jacob Onuha Nelson One Citizen Network for Democracy (OCND) has called on all parties involved in the ongoing conflicts across the country to immediately cease hostilities that have led to widespread insecurity and distress among citizens. The call for peace comes amid rising tensions, particularly following a series of[Read More…]
Bodies of two women abducted in Akobo recovered
By Peter Kuol Kuch Commissioner of Abobo County in Jonglei State has reported that copses of the two women abducted this week were recovered in the bushes by the security organs on Wednesday. On Sunday, two women were abducted by unknown gunmen after they went to fetch firewood in[Read More…]
Report rape cases to local health facilities-official
By John Akoon The Ministry of Health in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State is urging communities to report incidents of rape to the nearest health facilities for immediate medical attention. In an interview with No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Tuesday, Marko Ayuel Ayuel, the director of Reproductive Health[Read More…]
NBG’s agriculture minister resigns from SPLM-IO
By Hou Akot Hou Minister of Agriculture for Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, Garang Chan Atak, has resigned from the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-In Opposition (SPLM-IO). His resignation stems from escalating political tensions between his former party and the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), which have been increasingly apparent[Read More…]
Undeterred Deng Bol Aruai persist in Presidential bid
By John Akoon Chairperson of the Common People Alliance (CPA), Deng Bol Aruai, has made a resolute declaration regarding his aspirations for the Presidential seat in the upcoming elections. He emphasizes that his desire to lead the nation has not wavered, his outspoken views on the country’s issues despite facing[Read More…]
Barrister dies in accident
By Hou Akot Hou A local barrister tragically passed away on Wednesday due to an accident. The lawyer, Nyang Chut Ajiing, was well-respected by the young men he assisted with their cases, including the recent case of Dut Kuot Akok, who had legal matters involving the governor. They praised him[Read More…]
Yambio women call for solutions to education barriers
By Gaaniko Jackson Young women in Yambio are demanding urgent action to address challenges preventing girls from accessing education. As the world marks Women’s Month, they are calling on the government and policymakers to pass the Western Equatoria State Girl Child Education Bill and invest in education infrastructure, vocational[Read More…]
Tumaini fading, peace agreement ‘collapsing’-activist warns
By Kei Emmanuel Duku The 2018 Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) and the recently adjourned Tumaini Peace talks in Nairobi, face imminent collapse, activists say. The presence of Ugandan military forces and escalating clashes across South Sudan are cited as key destabilizing factors.[Read More…]
UN worries of renewed conflict
By Nakwam Rose United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has voiced alarm over the growing risk of renewed conflict in the country, citing increasing political tensions and security challenges. Nicholas Haysom, the Head of the UN Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan and Representative of the Secretary General, made[Read More…]