By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Mundri East Youth League has outlined a list of demands for James Altaib, the newly appointed Governor of Western Equatoria State (WES). The youth leadership expressed optimism about Altaib’s appointment and a readiness to collaborate on pressing community issues. The distance from Mundri East and[Read More…]
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If you want to give up, you can go ahead now
Your life hasn’t always run on time and this is something you don’t need to study in school. Things will never get better and if you are one of the many young people who will inherit nothing, not even a chicken or goat from your dad, you need to buckle[Read More…]
State parliament summons education minister over fee increment
By Hou Akot Hou Northern Bahr El Gazal State’s (NBGs) Legislative Assembly has summoned Akoon Diing Angok, the state Minister of General Education. The summons is meant for the minister to explain to the House of Representatives pressing issues such as the increment of exam fees for candidates. This followed[Read More…]
Women call for an end to Violence in greater Yei
By James Innocent Women leaders in South Sudan’s Greater Yei region are calling on men, including political and military leaders, to halt ongoing violence that continues to uproot families and deepen the humanitarian crisis in Central Equatoria State. Hellen Ciama, head of a local women’s association, condemned clashes between[Read More…]
BoSS unveils key milestones in 3SF financial reform project
By Alan Clement The Governor of the Bank of South Sudan, Dr. Addis Ababa Othow, has announced major progress under the World Bank’s 3SF Project to strengthen national financial systems. Launched in 2024, the initiative is aimed at modernizing financial systems, improve regulatory frameworks, and build institutional capacity across key[Read More…]
Parliament postpones Sittings aims to discuss border issues
By Alan Clement The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) on Tuesday postponed a much-anticipated sitting on South Sudan’s territorial integrity after several ministries failed to present the required reports. The session, which was convened following a parliamentary motion passed on August 20, was expected to feature written submissions from ministers[Read More…]
JEDCO to probes incident that left staffs in critical condition
By Alan Clement The Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO) has launched an independent investigation into an incident in which two of its technicians were electrocuted while on duty on Friday, August 29, 2025. According to a company statement released on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, the company confirmed that both technicians[Read More…]
Police demand Presidential Office Release Press Secretary for Questioning
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a rare legal confrontation, police in Juba’s Northern Division are demanding the Office of the President to release David Amour Majur Press Secretary for investigation into a serious criminal offense allegations. While a warrant for Majur’s arrest has been issued, police have not yet detained[Read More…]
SSPDF : Captures top rebel commanders
By Yiep Joseph The Acting spokesperson of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), Col. Garang Ateny Alier, claimed the capture of two SPLM-IO generals in Longechuk County of Upper Nile. Speaking to this outlet, Ateny claimed that the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) consecutively attacked Mathiang barracks[Read More…]
UJOSS and Indian Embassy Partner to Strengthen South Sudan Journalism
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a significant move to bolster journalism in South Sudan, the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) has partnered with the Indian Embassy. The collaboration was announced following a recent meeting at the Indian Embassy in Juba between UJOSS Secretary General Majak Daniel Kuany Alier[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Livestock and Farming Practices Fuel Carbon Emissions, Experts Say
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan is facing a new environmental challenge, with experts pointing to the country’s vast livestock and traditional farming practices as significant contributors to carbon emissions. This warning comes amid a global push to combat climate change, with the nation’s own agricultural activities now under scrutiny.[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Financial Mismanagement Forces Outsourcing of Climate Fund
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan is set to begin a significant journey next year with the implementation of the GEFF 8 Climate Resilient Program. While this initiative aims to strengthen the nation’s ability to withstand the increasing impacts of climate change, its funding reveals a critical issue the country’s[Read More…]
Lasu Community Pleads with the Governor for Peace, Security
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A delegation from the Lasu Payam of Yei River County met with Central Equatoria State Governor, Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, on Monday to present a list of urgent concerns affecting the Lasu and Tokiri Bomas. The community’s leaders, elders, and representatives called for the restoration[Read More…]
Yei Rallies for International Peace Day
By James Innocent Yei River County of Central Equatoria State has prepared to join the world in marking the International Day of Peace, an annual global observance held on September 21. Local authorities, peace partners, and community leaders have started constant engagement, organizing a series of activities aimed at fostering[Read More…]
Activist decries shrinking civic space in Jonglei State amidst intimidations
By Manas James Okony A renowned civil society activist based in Bor, the capital of Jonglei State has raised concerns over what he described as a shrinking civic space. Bol Deng Bol, the Executive Director of INTREPID South Sudan, expressed worries over intimidations in the state. However, the state government[Read More…]
Lawmakers propose currency change to address liquidity crisis
By Alan Clement TNLA lawmakers have proposed a currency change to tackle South Sudan’s worsening liquidity crisis, which has hindered salary access for civil servants and members of parliament. The proposal emerged during the 12th Ordinary Sitting of the TNLA on Monday, September 1st, 2025, following a motion tabled by[Read More…]
Villages impassable as flooding surges in Jonglei state
By Peter Kuol Kuch The Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) official has appealed for quick intervention as villages become impassable due to flooding. Speaking to this outlet, AKoi Bheer, the RRC Coordinator for Bor County, reported that the recent flooding has cut off most of the villages from Bor town[Read More…]
Push for economic power, decision-making transform lives in Mangateen
By Lodu William Odiya In a bold effort to uplift grassroots women in Mangateen area of Juba city, women parliamentarians and community leaders are championing household economic empowerment and inclusive decision-making. This initiative, implemented by Active Citizen South Sudan (ACSS) with funding from LM International (Global Office), marks a significant[Read More…]
Lawmakers trained in trauma recovery to strengthen legislative impact
By Alan Clement More than 50 South Sudanese lawmakers completed trauma counseling training in Juba, aiming to strengthen emotional resilience and improve legislative capacity amid the country’s ongoing peacebuilding efforts. The training, held from August 26 to 28, was organized by Peace Movement Netherlands Foundation (PAX) under its Empowered Women[Read More…]
Herders, Farmers Forge New Peace Accord
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A three-day conference aimed at fostering peace between herders from Terekeka County and farmers from Juba County concluded with a series of firm resolutions. Governor of Central Equatoria State, Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, presided over the closure of the conference, which was held in Kuda,[Read More…]