By Bosco Bush Evacuation of military forces has been successfully conducted from two essential public facilities in Kajo-Keji Country, Central Equatoria State. Ceasefire & Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring & Verification Mechanism [CTSAMVM] confirmed demilitarization of the facilities, on Thursday, at the 49th CTSAMVM Board, Juba. CTSAMVM Chairperson, Maj. Gen.[Read More…]
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Stay away from politics-Kiir
By Deng Ghai Deng President Salva Kiir issued a strong warning to South Sudan People’s Defense Force (SSPDF) and other organized forces to avoid involvement in politics. “We warn SSPDF and other regular forces against involvement in politics, but rather to concentrate on their transformation process into conventional institutions,”[Read More…]
Jonglei leaders urge action on Human Rights violations
By Deng Ghai Deng Authorities in Jonglei State’s capital Bor marked Human Rights Day on December 10th with a strong call to refocus efforts on human rights as a crucial pathway to justice and long-term security in the region. The event, held in collaboration with key stakeholders including the[Read More…]
Norway commits additional USD3.6 million to support reproductive health
By Staff writer The government of Norway has donated an additional funding of about 3.6 million USD, to support Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) initiatives in South Sudan. Norwegian Embassy in Juba on Tuesday, announced handing over of the funds to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).[Read More…]
UN urges swift implementation of security reforms
By: Kei Emmanuel Duku United Nations has called on parties to the 2018 peace agreement to expedite implementation of security reforms, particularly deployment of the second phase of the Unified Forces. Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative for South Sudan, emphasized the critical importance of a strong and unified security force in[Read More…]
Former Governor of Jonglei State dies at 70
By Deng Ghai Deng Condolences are pouring in from across the country for the sudden passing of former governor of the defunct Jonglei state, Maker Thiong Maal. Maker passed away on Wednesday morning at Juba’s Gudele Hospital, where he was admitted for blood pressure, as confirmed by family members[Read More…]
NEC launches website to promote transparency, awareness
By Yiep Joseph National Election Commission (NEC) has launched a website to promote transparency and accountability in all election-related activities ahead of the 2026 elections. The election body unveiled the website, www.nec.gov.ss, on Wednesday, which will ease access to election information. In his remark, Prof. Abednego Akok Kacuol, chairperson of[Read More…]
UN commends Mobile Courts for delivering justice in remote areas
By Kei Emmanuel Duku United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has hailed the significant role Mobile courts have played in bringing justice and addressing backlog of cases in areas where Rule of Law is fragile. Since its establishment, mobile court system, operating in collaboration with South Sudan’s judiciary, South[Read More…]
Election Commission adopts regulations for 2026
By Yiep Joseph National Election Commission (NEC) has adopted three key regulations for the 2026 general elections. The commission reached a consensus and approved the regulations during an operational planning retreat in Entebbe, Uganda, last week. Gabriel Gabriel Deng, the Deputy Chairperson of the National Election (NEC), who read[Read More…]
Judiciary assures political parties of impartiality
By John Akoon President of the High Court in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State, Abraham Majur Lat, has assured political party leaders of the judiciary’s impartiality. Speaking at a three-day workshop meant to promote civic and political space in the state, Majur addressed concerns about judicial corruption and political[Read More…]
Tumaini peace talks hit deadlock
By Bosco Bush As Tumaini talks in Nairobi enter second week, a deadlock appears to be emerging, as parties have failed to reach a consensus on contentious issues in the already signed protocols. The disagreement between the restructured government delegates and the opposition groups over key provisions of the[Read More…]
Woman detained over daughter’s suicide
By Hou Akot Hou Local authorities in Aweil South County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State are currently holding a woman after her daughter committed suicide. The incident is believed to have stemmed from a domestic dispute over food rations. According to Deputy Police Director Marial Awou, the young woman, whose[Read More…]
Committee formed to probe health workers’ strike in Aweil
By Hou Akot Hou Aweil parliamentarians have formed a committee to investigate grievances of health workers who staged a strike last week. Health practitioners laid down their tools due to what they said was delayed wages amounting to 21,000 USD dollars for all workers including the support staff such as[Read More…]
Assessment team in Yei to advance solar power project
By James innocent A team from the National Ministry of Energy and Dams, visited Yei River County to conduct a comprehensive assessment for the development of a solar power plant. The team included officials from the World Bank and other donors of the Yei Power Solar project. The main[Read More…]
A 21-year-old drowns in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang A 21-year-old man, Laat Dut Theem, drowned in a large pit left behind by a road construction company. According to Major Elijah Mabor Makuac, Lakes State Police Spokesperson, the incident took place in the Cuei-adukan area. The pit, once used to extract marram for road[Read More…]
Allocate funds for 2026 December elections-UN
By Kei Emmanuel Duku United Nations Head of Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has urged the unity government to allocate necessary funds to the National Election Commission (NEC) in preparation for the country’s first-ever democratic elections in December 2026. Addressing the press yesterday, head of UNMISS Nicholas Haysom stated that[Read More…]
Machar urges speedy peace implementation
By Bosco Bush First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny called for swift implementation of Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) to boost donor confidence and to support the process. He mentioned this following a meeting with R-JMEC Interim Chairperson, Maj. Gen. Charles Tai Gituai.[Read More…]
UNHCR sounds alarm over surge in new arrivals
By Staff writer UN Refugee Agency, UNHCR has raised alarm over a recent surge of people arriving in South Sudan in need of protection and assistance, with tens of thousands of people fleeing fresh violence in border areas of Sudan. In a statement, the refugee agency said more than 20,000[Read More…]
UN denied access to Wonduruba-Haysom
By Kei Emmanuel Duku United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has been denied access to Wonduruba Payam after a recent attack that left over 20 civilians dead, Special Representative of the Secretary-General Nicholas Haysom said. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Haysom expressed disappointment over the government’s decision[Read More…]
Poverty persists despite abundant resources–report
By Deng Ghai Deng South Sudan is in endemic poverty, and almost universal vulnerability, following a decade of economic decline. This revelation about the world’s youngest country is contained in Poverty and Equity Assessment (PEA) Report, released by World Bank, on Tuesday . The most recent South Sudan Household[Read More…]