By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has officially refuted recent media reports claiming that South Sudan is in discussions with Israel to resettle Palestinians from Gaza. The Ministry labelled the reports as “unfounded” and “inaccurate,” stating they do not reflect the nation’s policy. “As[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The government workforce remains in confusion, as a fixed date for salary payment remains a promise with slow action. On February 21, 2025, Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, who is the chair of the economic cluster pledged to ensure payment on the 24th of every[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku and Lodu William Odiya The Republic of South Sudan officially launched its embassy in Tokyo, marking a significant milestone in its diplomatic relations with Japan. The opening came more than 10 years after South Sudan gained independence from Sudan in 2011. The ceremony was led by[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit has assigned Finance Minister Athian Diing Athian to tackle the economic crisis facing the country. This week On Thursday President Kiir appointed Athian Diing Athian as Minister of Finance and Planning. Athian replaced Dr. Marial Dongrin, who has been battling[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku President Salva Kiir Mayardit has bid farewell to Mr. Guang Cong, the outgoing Deputy Special Representative (Political Affairs) of the UN Secretary-General for South Sudan and Deputy Head of UNMISS. Mr. Cong’s tour of duty in the country has come to an end. During his tenure,[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku President Salva Kiir Mayardit has sworn in several senior government officials, including the Presidential Envoy on Special Programs, the Minister of Finance and Planning, and the Minister of Investment. The ceremony, held at the State House, signals the President’s commitment to strengthening government leadership and improving[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku President Salva Kiir Mayardit has praised the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) for their dedication to maintaining peace, security, and stability throughout the country. According to the statement obtained from the Presidential press unit (PPU), President’s commendation came after he was briefed on Thursday by[Read More…]

On 19 August, World Humanitarian Day was commemorated in an honor of those who step into crises to help others, and to stand with the millions of people in need of humanitarian help across the world. Where bombs fall and disasters strike, humanitarian workers are the ones holding the line[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Director General of South Sudan’s Civil Registry, Nationality, Passport, and Immigration has announced an intensified crackdown on officials involved in illegal activities. The operation targets those who solicit bribes from the public and individuals who forge official documents, including Form 15. During a joint press[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit has relieved Dr. Marial Dongrin Ater as Minister of Finance and Planning. The president made the changes on Thursday through a presidential decree read out on the state-owned broadcaster, South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC). In a separate decree, the head[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit has vowed to support flood affected populations in South Sudan. According to a statement issued by the presidential press unit, the remark comes following a briefing from the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Albino Atak Akol, regarding[Read More…]

By Alan Clement Members of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) have called for immediate government action to affirm South Sudan’s territorial integrity and resolve ongoing border disputes with neighboring countries. The motion was tabled and deliberated by lawmakers during the 8th Ordinary Sitting on Wednesday August 20, 2025 with[Read More…]

By Alan Clement Some members of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) have called for the nationalization of the mining sector. The call came as lawmakers debated the president’s speech delivered during the opening of the 1st Session of the TNLA. While deliberating on the president’s speech on Tuesday, some[Read More…]

By Alan Clement South Sudan’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Lily Albino Akol, has identified persistent funding constraints as a major challenge facing South Sudan’s agricultural sector. Addressing concerns raised by lawmakers over the ministry’s preparedness and strategic direction during the Fourth Ordinary Sitting of the Transitional National[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The Humanitarian Coordinator for South Sudan, Anita Kiki Gbeho has warned that the young nation is among world dangerous place for humanitarian workers. As the head of United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in South Sudan, Kiki called on stakeholders to change[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The Humanitarian community has called on the South Sudan government and all stakeholders to protect and ensure the safety of civilians including humanitarian workers. In a statement released yesterday, Anita Kiki Gbeho UN Humanitarian Coordinator for South Sudan called for protection of humanitarian workers. “On World[Read More…]