By Alan Clement Jonglei State Governor Dr. Riek Gai Kok on Monday welcomed Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) Chief Administrator Gola Boyoi Gola in Bor ahead of a major peace conference. In a statement from the State’s press unit, the conference is expected to bring together county commissioners, traditional[Read More…]
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South Sudan Cybercrime Bill Lacks International Standards, Says Human Rights Defender
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A prominent South Sudanese human rights official has raised a serious concern regarding the country’s proposed Cybercrime Bill, warning that the legislation in its current form is dangerously vague and prioritizes punishment over protection. While speaking to the media on Monday in Juba, James Bidal, the[Read More…]
Governor Adil pledges to prioritize addressing border-related conflicts
By Lodu William Odiya Central Equatoria state Governor, Emmanuel Adil Anthony has pledged to prioritize addressing border related conflicts through initiatives focused on cross-border peace and security engagement. In a statement issued by the state press unit, Governor’s remark followed a meeting with a delegation of religious leaders from Kajo-Keji[Read More…]
EES governor urged to improve security in Ifwotu Payam
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Ifwotu community have called on the governor of Eastern Equatoria State (EES), Louis Lobong Lojore, to enhance security in the area. According to statement from the governor’s press unit, the community representatives made the call during a meeting with the governor in Ifwotu Payam on[Read More…]
Finance Minister commits to PFM implementation
By Lodu William Odiya The Minister of Finance, Bak Barnaba Chol Bak has unveiled a new reform strategy aimed at deepening economic cooperation and improving public financial management (PFM) across the country. According to statement issued by the Ministry of information Department of communication yesterday, the remark comes after meeting[Read More…]
Dr. Lam calls for honesty in implementation of peace agreement
By Lodu William Odiya/Alan Clement Chairperson of the National Democratic Movement (NDM), Dr. Lam Akol, urged South Sudanese and leaders in particular to be honest in the implementation of the peace agreement. He expressed that people should acknowledge the failures of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict[Read More…]
TRISTAR Extends Partnership with SSFF for Another Year
By Chol D. Johnson In a significant boost for local sports, Tristar, a leading company committed to community development, has signed an agreement to extend its support to the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) for another year. The renewal, finalized on November 1, 2024, includes a $250,000 investment specifically allocated[Read More…]
Immediate demands as governor Adil tries a second chance
By Jacob Onuha Nelson and Yiep Joseph While President Salva Kiir gave Emmanuel Adil Anthony a second chance to lead Central Equatoria State, residents have outlined their demands. In order to gain trust, people suggested what Adil should focus on. Adil was appointed in 2020 and relieved in 2024. His[Read More…]
Give candidates time for preparation ahead of exams- Education Minister
By Hou Akot Hou The Minister of Education in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state has urged the parents and guardians to let candidates prepare ahead of the slated examinations that will kick off on Monday. Minister Akoon Diing Angok told the parents to give ample time to the learners particularly[Read More…]
Accidents claim two lives in Northern Bahr El Ghazal
By Hou Akot Hou Two separate tragic road accident in Northern Bahr el Ghazal has claimed the lives of two individuals on Thursday. A local resident in the county confirmed that the Director of land and survey, Anei Chan Geng was among the victims who died during the incident. According[Read More…]
JOBS:Government gives hope
By Chol D. Johnson/Lodu William Odiya The government has vowed to revive the economy and create more job opportunities for graduates. On Saturday more than 2800 students from various colleges graduated with bachelor degrees, diplomas, master degrees, postgraduate diplomas, and PhDs. Josephine Lagu Joseph, Vice President (VP) and chairperson of[Read More…]
Lobong caution families from hiding criminals
By Lodu William Odiya Eastern Equatoria State Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has cautioned some families hiding criminals in their homes. This followed the November 18th, 2025 raids in Torit, which tragically resulted in the loss of innocent lives. In a statement issued by the state Governor’s press unit, the remark[Read More…]
Morobo County Secures centre for 2025 Certificate of Primary Education
By Lodu William Odiya Morobo County authorities have confirmed that 130 primary candidates will sit for the 2025 Certificate Primary Education (CPE) within the county, ending earlier uncertainty over possible relocation. According to a statement issued by the county press department yesterday, the examinations will be administered at St. Charles[Read More…]
Anti-Smuggling Unit Foils Major Shisha Smuggling Attempt
Some of the items intercepted/photo by SSRA By Alan Clement The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has announced the successful interception of a major smuggling operation involving illicit Shisha products concealed in two trucks entering the country from Uganda. According to officials, the Anti-Smuggling Unit stopped the vehicles on[Read More…]
Students urge CES governor to reduce land grabbing cases
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Students in the university Juba have urged the newly reappointed governor of Central Equatoria state (CES) to render service to the citizens. In an exclusive interview with Number One Citizen Daily English Newspaper on Thursday, Paul Bol, an engineering student at the University of Juba (UoJ)[Read More…]
ongoing violence threaten election-civil society
By Alan Clement With 57 weeks left until South Sudan’s December 22, 2026 national election, civil society leaders and UN officials warned that the fragile transition faces mounting threats. They cited rising violence across states, deepening political mistrust, and unresolved legal and logistical gaps flagged by the National Elections Commission[Read More…]
Women in Yei Raise Concern Over High Bride Price
By James Innocent Women leaders and community representatives in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, have raised concerns over the heavy dowry charges. Several members condemned the use of young girls as sources of income through high bride price. The concerned came in during one marriage negotiations. Hellen Ciama, Chairlady[Read More…]
Suspected land grabbers kill police officer in Sherikat
By Chol D. Johnson Suspected land grabbers have killed two police officers and injured other three in Jebel-Amianin, Gumbo sherikat residential area on Tuesday. During the land operation, it was confirmed that a young female officer was killed with her colleague. Several police officers had been ordered by the operation[Read More…]
South Sudan Launches Health Financing Talks Amid Global Crisis
By Alan Clement South Sudan has opened a high-level dialogue on health financing in Juba, as government leaders and international partners confront the country’s mounting health sector challenges. According to a statement from the Ministry’s communication department, the meeting, organized by the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Finance, and[Read More…]
Election Preparedness Under Strain as Key Institutions Warn of Rising Risks
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s transition faces mounting pressure as election bodies, legal institutions, and civil society warn that delays, insecurity, and shrinking civic space threaten preparations for the 2026 polls. Senior officials from the National Constitutional Review Commission (NCRC), the National Elections Commission (NEC), the Transitional National Assembly, and[Read More…]