By Yiep Joseph Government has assured that the 2018 peace agreement remains secure despite recent armed clashes in multiple states. This reassurance comes as ceasefire violations escalate in Western Equatoria, Western Bahr el Ghazal, and Upper Nile, raising concerns among civilians and peace monitors. Addressing the media on Friday,[Read More…]
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Machar engages leaders to de-escalate tension
By William Madouk First Vice President has engaged Upper Nile authorities, local leaders, and armed youth to de-escalate the tension arising from army rotation. Dr. Riek Machar Teny, leader of South Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) met with county commissioners from Ulang and Nasir, along with leaders[Read More…]
Kiir dismisses three undersecretaries
By Staff Writer In a decree issued last evening, President Salva Kiir relieved three undersecretaries of their positions. Ambassador John Samuel Bwogo has been removed as Undersecretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Dr. Harriet Akello Pasquale has also been dismissed from her role as Undersecretary[Read More…]
Seven die under Warrap State “Green Book”
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A United Nations Human Rights Commission report released on Friday revealed that seven individuals died in custody at Angui Military Base in Warrap State, following arrests and executions under the “Green Book” legislation. The commission documented the deaths of individuals, who were detained in a[Read More…]
Fresh clashes in Upper Nile
By William Madouk Violent clashes erupted yesterday between South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO), in Upper Nile State. SSPDF spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai reported that defense riverine barges successfully repelled the attackers along the Sobat River in Doma Payam, Ulang[Read More…]
President Kiir accepts to meet Machar over insecurity
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir is ready to meet First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar to address escalating security concerns in the country. On Thursday, Dr. Machar submitted a request letter seeking a meeting with President Kiir to discuss the deteriorating security situation in the country. In his[Read More…]
Accident claims two in Bor
By Peter Kuol Kuch Traffic police in Bor, Jonglei State, have reported that two individuals lost their lives in a tragic accident this week. According to a traffic police official, two motorbikes were carrying passengers when they collided on the road in the Block 3 residential area of[Read More…]
Bank Governor receives new deputy with economic progress anticipation
By Yiep Joseph Governor of Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), Johnny Ohisa Damian commends appointment of Dr. Addis Ababa Othow as First Deputy Governor for Policy and Banking, expressing optimism for the institution. During a welcoming ceremony at the BoSS headquarters in Juba, Governor Ohisa praised Dr. Addis Ababa’s[Read More…]
Funding gaps threaten Cholera response
By Yiep Joseph Funding constraints are threatening efforts to combat a surging cholera outbreak, where cases are rapidly increasing. In a statement released on February 27th, CARE-south Sudan, emphasized the urgent need for intervention. “The crisis (cholera) continues to escalate as new cases emerge daily. With severe flooding, ongoing[Read More…]
Gov,t MTN collaborate to digitize salary payments, tax collection
By William Madouk Ministry of Finance and MTN South Sudan have discussed plans to enhance financial inclusion in by digitizing salary payments for civil servants and improving tax collection through the mobile money platform, Momo. During a meeting between Finance Minister, Dr. Marial Dongrin and Mr. Francis Matseketsa, MTN[Read More…]
OCND urges parties to restore calm in Upper Nile
By Yiep Joseph and Jacob Onuha Nelson One Citizen Network for Democracy (OCND) is calling on peace parties to urgently intensify security and reconciliation measures over escalating conflict in Nasir County and other parts of Upper Nile. In a statement released to the media, OCND warned of the potential[Read More…]
Juba City Council bans livestock within vicinity
Juba City Council has enacted a local order, effective February 25, 2025, prohibiting the roaming and keeping of livestock, including cattle, sheep, and goats, within city boundaries. Mayor Johnson Shuka Nishak Jada signed the order. “This local order shall be cited as local order No. 01/2025 prohibiting movement of cattle[Read More…]
Over 30 cases of rights violations registered countrywide
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Human Rights Defenders Network (SSHRDN) reports that, as of February 2025, they have documented 34 cases of human rights violations across the country. These violations include threats against journalists, activists, and other human rights defenders, hindering their ability to carry out their duties.[Read More…]
Dr. Igga’s dual roles under question
By Yiep Joseph An analyst notes that recent changes within Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) is likely to overlap roles and create a dilemma in party constitution. This month, President Salva Kiir, who also serves as the SPLM chairman, dismissed Dr. James Wani Igga from his position as Vice[Read More…]
Dr. Machar requests meeting Kiir over insecurity
By William Madouk First Vice President and Chair of the Governance Cluster, Dr. Riek Machar Teny has formally requested a meeting with President Salva Kiir to engage in face-to-face discussions about pressing security issues in the country. In his written request to the head of state, Dr. Machar seek[Read More…]
Over 200 raided cattle recovered
By Hou Akot Hou Officials from Twic County in South Sudan’s Warrap State have confirmed the recovery of 215 heads of cattle that were part of a cattle raid carried out last week by suspects from Mayom County in Unity State. On Wednesday, the acting commissioner of Twic County[Read More…]
Jonglei teachers get mental health, psychosocial support training
By Peter Kuol Kuch Jonglei state, on Tuesday, launched mental health and psychosocial support training program for government teachers and school governing bodies. The training by National Ministry of General Education, in collaboration with Jonglei State Education Ministry, brought together over 20 members of Parents and Teachers Association (PTA),[Read More…]
Severe heat stress expected for another week
By Staff writer Elevated heat stress levels are expected to persist in most parts of the country for the next seven days, according to the IGAD Climate and Prediction Centre (ICPAC) forecast. The forecast indicates that high temperatures exceeding 32°C will continue to be experienced in most areas of[Read More…]
Youth organization launches empowerment program
By Yiep Joseph Foundation of Youth Initiative (FYI) and Cooperative Bank of South Sudan have launched an empowerment program dubbed Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF) South Sudan. As a move to reduce unemployment in the country, the program aimed at empowering aspiring young entrepreneurs to unleash their entrepreneurial potential.[Read More…]
Tax burden crushes local businesses
By Yiep Joseph Young entrepreneurs in Juba are attributing the collapse of numerous businesses to excessive and unnecessary fees levied by the Juba City Council and traffic police. Their grievances were voiced during launch of Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF) South Sudan Program on Wednesday. Entrepreneurs cited a litany[Read More…]