By Yiep Joseph Despite repeated government bans, illegal logging continues to ravage several parts of South Sudan. Massive illegal logging is still continuing in Central Equatoria (Lainya, Morobo, Kajo-Keji, Yei River), Eastern Equatoria (Magwi), and Western Equatoria. Earlier this week, the community of Kajo-Keji reported a resurgence of illegal logging[Read More…]
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Prisoners break out
By William Madouk A total of 190 prisoners remain at large following a mass escape from Giada military detention facility. Law enforcement agencies are actively pursuing the detainees. Sporadic gunfire erupted within the military barracks in Al-Giada yesterday, morning causing panic among residents. Col. John Kassara, spokesperson for the South[Read More…]
Over 81 injured in NBG riot
By Hou Akot Hou Medics in Aweil reported that they are treating about 81 patients who were injured during the riot that erupted in Aweil Town, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State on Friday, last week. The violence was triggered by the killing of South Sudanese nationals allegedly by the Sudanese[Read More…]
Yei leaders undertake capacity building training
By James Innocent Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), is hosting a two-day capacity-building training program in Yei. This initiative, funded by the United Nations Multi-Partner Trust commenced on January 21 to 22nd, 2025, and aims to equip over thirty participants[Read More…]
BoSS pushes for modernized Forex Bureaus
By Yiep Joseph Governor of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), Johnny Ohisa Damian, has urged Forex Bureau managers to diversify their trading practices beyond just hard currencies. During a meeting with representatives from the Forex Bureau aimed to discuss best practices for improving the economy, Governor Ohisa highlighted the[Read More…]
JEDCO faces backlash over soaring tariffs
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Deputy Governor of Central Equatoria State, Paulino Lukudu Obede, has criticized Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO) for failing to deliver on its promises of reliable and affordable electricity to the citizens of Juba. Lukudu made the remarks during the launch of the $53 million Assist[Read More…]
UAP case: Plaintiff’s attorney presents evidence to court
By William Madouk The plaintiff’s advocate in the UAP Insurance Firm, Mr. Marko Reech, has submitted long-awaited evidence, including contracts, salary structures, and reasons for the termination of his clients, at the first court hearing yesterday. Lawyer Reech provided these documents to High Court Judge Francis Amum as evidence supporting[Read More…]
Clerics condemn Sudan killings, warn against reprisal
By William Madouk South Sudan Council of Churches (SSCC) has strongly condemned the killings of innocent South Sudanese citizens and other African nationals in Wad Madani, Al Gezira State reportedly by the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF). Bishop James Lagos Alexander, the General Overseer of the Sudan Pentecostal Church (SPC), speaking[Read More…]
Arsonist torches Churches in Magwi County
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in Owiny Ki Bul, Magwi County, are investigating an incident in which unknown persons burned down two houses of worship belonging to the Seventh-Day Adventist Church (SDA) and the African Inland Church (AIC). The two churches are located approximately half a kilometre apart. Currently, authorities are[Read More…]
Cattle raid leaves two dead
By Yang Ater Yang A group of cattle raiders clashed among themselves in Cueibet County of Lakes State, resulting in the deaths of two people. The dispute erupted after they raided 52 cattle last week. Lakes State Police Spokesman Major Elijah Mabor Makuac, reported that the conflict arose among[Read More…]
Gov’t holds ground on Tumaini consensus
By Yiep Joseph An impasse looms in Tumaini Peace Talks in Nairobi, as government delegation maintains the initiative be annexed to 2018 Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R-ACRSS). In contrast, the opposition is strongly rejecting this proposal, holding instead that the initiative should stand independent of[Read More…]
Olony takes Assistant Chief of Defense Forces post
By Yiep Joseph Lt. Gen. Johnson Olony, former leader of the SPLA-IO Kitgwang Agwelek faction, has been appointed as the Assistant Chief of Defence Forces for Mobilization and Disarmament. In his new role, Johnson Olony will focus on disarming illegal firearms held by civilians across the country. He will also[Read More…]
South Sudanese, you should be proud
By Kamal Al-Hedai Indeed, calamities and hardships reveal the true nature of people, and I do not say the nature of men alone, because women too have their own nature and worth. Although the atrocities committed by the Khartoum army and their criminal brigades in Madani and its surrounding[Read More…]
At least 141 graduate from Rumbek Health Science Institute
By Yang Ater Yang At least 141 students graduated from Rumbek Health Science Institute On Friday. The ceremony was attended by Lakes State government officials, representatives from international and national health partners, and the National Ministry of Health. The graduating class of 141 students comprised 21 midwives, 68 clinical officers,[Read More…]
Lakes State Civil Society condemns Wad Madeni incident
By Yang Ater Yang Lakes State Civil Society Organization Network has condemned the recent incident in Wad Madeni, which led to the killing of innocent South Sudanese civilians. Angelina Adhel Malual, the Chairperson of the Lakes State Civil Society Organization Network, stated that the actions of the Sudan Armed Forces[Read More…]
NBG calls for calm amidst unrest
By Hou Akot Hou Governor of Northern Bahr El Ghazal State has called for calm following an emergency meeting he held with members of his cabinet, including commissioners from the five counties. This meeting was convened in response to the destruction caused by angry youth who vandalized shops and killed[Read More…]
Yei remains peaceful-authorities
By James Innocent Authorities of Yei River County, Central Equatoria state, have reassured residents that the security situation remains calm despite growing concerns stemming from violent incidents in Sudan that have led to heightened mistrust among the people of South Sudan. On Sunday evening, Yei’s Commissioner Emmanuel Taban Seme[Read More…]
Ministry targets 3000MW solar plant to combat pollution
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Ministry of Environment and Forestry welcomes the launch of a 20-megawatt solar power plant and 14-megawatt-hour battery system in Juba. Joseph Africano Bartel, Undersecretary of the ministry, calls for increased investment in clean energy to reduce the country’s carbon footprint and combat climate change. The[Read More…]
Activist calls for gov’t action against hunger
By Yiep Joseph Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA) has called on the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity (RTGoNU) to take immediate action to address the looming hunger crisis in the country. CPA’s Executive Director, Ter Manyang, in a statement shared with the media, highlighted that the nation[Read More…]
Tumaini consultative discussions kick off
By William Madouk Tumaini Initiative resumed on Monday in Nairobi with a series of consultative discussions ahead of the official negotiations. The government delegation, led by Senior Presidential Advisor Kuol Mayang Juuk, arrived at the venue and held consultations with the mediation team before the negotiations commenced. Last year,[Read More…]