By Chol D. Johnson Christians in Juba on Thursday took to the streets in peaceful marches to mark the Christmas season, spreading messages of faith, peace, and unity. Singing Christmas carols and carrying banner, church members walked through Shirikat roads and residential areas, sharing messages about the birth of Jesus[Read More…]
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UNMISS Reaffirms Civilian Protection Mandate Amid Rising Violence, Urges Political Action Ahead of Elections
By Alan Clement The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has pledged to remain steadfast in its mandate to protect civilians as the country grapples with rising violence, political deadlocks, and economic hardship. In a holiday message delivered by UNMISS Spokesperson Priyanka Chowdhury on behalf of Officer in Charge[Read More…]
UN Agencies Target Hunger and Dropouts with School Meals in South Sudan
By Alan Clement UNICEF and WFP have formalized a UN-to-UN agreement under Global Partnership for Education (GPE) support to deliver homegrown school meals to 6,000 children in South Sudan, linking nutrition directly to education access. According to a UNICEF/WFP South Sudan statement, the programme will source food locally from smallholder[Read More…]
Police Warn Yei Youth Against Crime During Christmas Festivities
By James Innocent The police leadership in Yei River County has warned young people against engaging in criminal activities during the Christmas and New Year celebrations, urging them to uphold peace and lawful conduct. Speaking to the media, the Police Inspector of Yei River County, Major General Ali Abudalah Tif,[Read More…]
Agric Director urges Magwi Farmers to Preserve Crops Amid Climate-Induced Crop Failure
BY Lodu William Odiya The Magwi County Director for Agriculture, Environment, and Forestry has called on local farmers to prioritize food preservation to combat looming food insecurity caused by erratic weather patterns. This followed a harsh dry spell disrupted second-season planting, causing many seeds to dry up in the soil[Read More…]
CABINET :Endorse VP Nyandeng to coordinate governance cluster
By Yiep Joseph The Cabinet has endorsed Vice President Rebecca Nyandeng de Mabior to temporarily coordinates activities of the governance cluster. This particular cluster was headed by First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar before his suspension from the position in September 2025. After suspension, Dr. Machar appeared before the special[Read More…]
Governor Riek Reaffirms Security and Peace as Cornerstones of Jonglei’s Development Agenda
By Alan Clement Governor Riek Gai Kok has reaffirmed that security and lasting peace are central to Jonglei State’s development agenda as his administration steps up efforts to stabilize the state and advance economic recovery and democratic participation. In a Christmas message issued on Tuesday through the State Minister of[Read More…]
Abdelbagi handover files for forces integration
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has on Wednesday met with the Presidential Advisor on National Security Affairs, Tut Gatluak Manime, and the Minister of Agriculture, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol to discuss the integration of his forces into the country’s national Army. In a statement issued by the presidential[Read More…]
Upper Nile state Governor calls on security organ to prevent public disruptions
By Lodu William Odiya Upper Nile state Governor, Jacob Dollar Ruot has called on the security organs to prevent acts that disrupt public calm. This statement came during a high-level briefing by governor to the security organs a head of the Christmas and New Year celebration in Malakal yesterday. The[Read More…]
When power revolves around individuals instead of Institutions
By: Esther Aurelio Agira South Sudan believes in education as a vital tool for national development and social transformation. Every year, thousands of students graduate from various universities across the country. However, this growing number of graduates faces a significant unemployment crisis. This challenge is driven by several factors, including[Read More…]
CES Gov’t ready for positive critics, Adil says
By Lodu William Odiya The government of Central Equatoria state have yesterday reopened Equator Broadcasting Corporation, Television and launched Central Equatoria state Newspaper. Speaking during the event, the state governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony emphasized that the government would not interfere with the operation. “We are open for positive criticism from[Read More…]
Archbishop Badi calls for reconciliation and unity among South Sudanese
By Yiep Joseph The Primate and Archbishop of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan, Justin Badi Arama, has renewed his call on the South Sudanese to reconcile. The faith-based leader made the call as the world enters festive season. In his Christmas and New Year message to the media, Badi[Read More…]
SALARIES: Gov’t makes another promise
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan government has revealed a plan to establish a mechanism to clear salaries arears for civil servants and the organized forces. According to a statement that was issued by the presidential press unit, the remark followed an extraordinary cabinet meeting chaired by president Kiir Mayardit[Read More…]
Aweil East Football Dispute Ends in Fatal Stabbing
By Hou Akot Hou A local football match organized by young players in Malualbaai Payam, Aweil East County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, turned deadly on Friday evening after a dispute left a 30-year-old man dead. The Police Inspector in Malualbaai Payam, Lt. Colonel Akoon Akoon, said the incident occurred[Read More…]
Tertiary Education Critical to Meeting Agenda 2030 and Regional Priorities
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Higher education is no longer a luxury but a fundamental necessity for South Sudan’s survival, UNESCO’s top representative warned during an opening session of education workshop in Juba, as new data reveals a staggering 99% of the country’s population remains locked out of university-level learning. Speaking[Read More…]
Debt Crisis Choking South Sudan’s Development, UN Warns
By Alan Clement South Sudan and much of the Horn of Africa risk missing the 2030 development deadline as crippling debt, high borrowing costs and a broken global finance system block investment in basic services, a new UN-backed report warns. The Sustainable Development Report 2025, identified lack of fiscal space[Read More…]
Senior Presidential Envoy’s delegation visits Returnees and Displaced populations from Sudan
By Chol D. Johnson A Senior Presidential Envoy’s delegation on Monday visited returnees and displaced populations from Sudan in Renk County, Upper Nile State. The delegation arrived in Renk to assess the situation of refugees and displaced people and to assure affected populations of the government’s support. The delegation from[Read More…]
Kiir directs Parliament to continue with sessions despites plan for recess
By Alan Clement President Salva Kiir Mayardit has ordered an extension of the current parliamentary session, citing urgent national matters. Among the matters at hand are budget pressures, electoral preparations, and proposed changes to the peace agreement. According to the Presidency, the directive was issued during a meeting between President[Read More…]
South Sudan Pushes Water Security at Nile Governance Talks
By Alan Clement South Sudan has joined high-level regional meetings in Bujumbura as the country seeks solutions to persistent flooding, severe electricity shortages, and mounting climate pressures. According to a statement from the Ministry’s communication department, South Sudan is participating in the Joint Nile Governance Meetings as part of its[Read More…]
Two killed following elopement incident in Warrap
By Hou Akot Hou Police in Warrap State have confirmed that two people were killed and four suspects arrested following an elopement incident that turned violent in Tonj South County on Monday. Brigadier Marko Mawien Madut, the police inspector in Tonj South, explained that the conflict began after a young[Read More…]