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Ethiopia, Japan Review South Sudan Peace Deal, Urge Coordinated Support Ahead of 2026 Elections

By Alan Clement The Ambassadors of Ethiopia and Japan in South Sudan have met to review progress in implementing the country’s peace agreement and called for coordinated international support as preparations continue for elections expected in 2026. During the discussion between Delil Kedir, Ambassador of Ethiopia to South Sudan, and[Read More…]

Former EES Governor Warns SSNBS Against Compromising Product Quality

By Lodu William Odiya A former governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Aloisio Emor Ojetuk has cautioned the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) against compromising on product quality, saying the move could endanger public health and undermine consumer confidence in the country. Speaking during a welcoming ceremony of the[Read More…]

CES SPLM chairperson calls for unity, Consultations within the state structures

By Sabri Dibaco The Governor of Central Equatoria State Emmanuel Adil has urged the state party to consult with each other when making party decisions, emphasizing that inclusive dialogue within parties is essential for unity and stability. Speaking during an expanded party meeting in Juba, Governor Adil called on SPLM[Read More…]

China Donates motorcycles, books to SPLM Youth as Party Intensifies Mobilization

By Yiep Joseph The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) National Youth League has received a donation of motorcycles and books from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China. According to the Youth league leader, the help will strengthen the youth wing’s activities as the ruling party intensifies grassroots mobilization[Read More…]

Bishop Hiiboro Calls Eye Care Mission a Model of Global Solidarity

By Sabri Dibaco The Catholic Bishop of Tambura-Yambio Diocese has expressed gratitude to a Spanish medical mission team for their continued support in providing eye care services to residents in Yambio. During their third visit to Yambio, the Spanish medical mission team provided consultations, treatments, and minor procedures to dozens[Read More…]

SPLM apologizes for 2013 Conflict, Urges Citizens to Forgive

 By Yiep Joseph The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has apologized for the political disputes in 2013 that escalated into violent conflict and called on citizens to forgive. Addressing SPLM members during the opening of a three-day expanded meeting in Central Equatoria, the party’s Secretary-General, Akol Paul Kordit, said the[Read More…]

Calls for protect of women in Yei dominates International Women’s Day celebration

By James Innocent More than 1,000 people gathered at Yei Freedom Square in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, to commemorate International Women’s Day, with participants calling for stronger protection of women and girls and greater gender equality in the community. The event brought together government officials, civil society organizations,[Read More…]

TAX : collection dispute, raises need for oversight

By Alan Clement Crawford Capital’s disputed contract has ignited calls for stronger parliamentary oversight, as analysts warn the row exposes deep weaknesses in transparency and accountability across South Sudan’s financial governance system. The debate erupted follows a March 5 Ministerial Memo in which Trade Minister Atong Kuol Manyang Juuk ordered[Read More…]

How a Recovered UNMISS Vehicle Was Diverted to Rescue Commercial Cargo

By Kei Emmanuel Duku A heavy-duty recovery vehicle alleged to belonging to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) was repurposed for a private commercial rescue operation, resulting in mechanical destruction after military commanders diverted the asset for business interests. The Boorchar recovery vehicle is one of two captured[Read More…]