By Chol D. Johnson The South Sudan Civil Society Alliance (SSCSA) has urged the government to prioritize civilian protection and take effective steps to curb ongoing violence. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Deputy Chairperson Dabek Mabior Arok stressed the need for urgent measures to safeguard civilians. “We call on[Read More…]
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SPLA-IO officers meet WES Governor, urges swift in integration into SSPDF
By Lodu William Odiya Officers of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) in Western Equatoria State have called on authorities to fast-track their integration into the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF), citing delays that are affecting their welfare and morale. In a statement by the WES press,[Read More…]
Activist Urged AU C5plus Leadership to Implement Resolutions
By Fatuma Asha A South Sudanese Civil Society Activist has appealed to the AU C5 plus leadership to stand in solidarity and firmly with South Sudanese on the implementation of the AU C5 plus resolutions. Activist Edmond Yakani, Executive Director for CEPO made the appeal following President Salva Kiir’s bilateral[Read More…]
Defense lawyers say photos, videos in digital reports are not relevant
By Yiep Joseph As the trial of suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused continues, defense lawyers have questioned a digital expert over photos and videos they say are not relevant to the case. The current and previous sessions have focused on the cross-examination of South African[Read More…]
IDPs in Pagaak, Pajut in dire need of shelters ahead of rainy season- commissioner says
By Peter Kuol Kuch The internally displaced persons at Pagaak and Pajut in Duk County of Jonglei State are in dire need of shelter materials ahead of rainy season in the area. According to Duk County Commissioner the internally displaced persons in Pagaak and Pajut are taking refugee under trees[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Diplomats to Train in Ethics, Law, Negotiation
By Alan Clement In a strategic move to boost governance and standards, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with UNDP, has launched a 40‑day training programme to prepare the next generation of South Sudanese diplomats. According to a statement from the Foreign Affairs Ministry, the programme, coordinated through the Diplomatic Institute[Read More…]
UNMISS calls for joint plan with government to address displacement Crisis
By Chol D. Johnson The Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), Anita Kiki Gbeho, has called for a coordinated plan between the government and partners to address the challenges facing displaced communities. According to a press statement issued on Tuesday by the Ministry of[Read More…]
Community urged to fund Schools as Abyei teachers honoured
By Alan Clement Leaders and education advocates in the Abyei Special Administrative Area have called for stronger community financial support for schools during a ceremony organized by former students to honour veteran teachers for their service. The ceremony, held on 14 March, brought together government officials, former students, community leaders[Read More…]
Aweil prepares for rain season as governor inspects drainage systems
By Chol D. Johnson The Governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State (NBGs) Charles Madut Akol, has conducted an inspection tour of drainage channels in Aweil Town as part of efforts to prepare for the upcoming rainy season. According to a press statement issued on Monday by the state government,[Read More…]
Muslim community in Suk Zande receives food assistance
By Sabri Dibaco The Muslim community in Suk Zande (Juba) has received a consignment of food items to support vulnerable families as they approach the final days of the holy month of Ramadan. The distribution, carried out was, targeting fasting families, all Muslims communities in the area who have been[Read More…]
Heat Stress Warning for South Sudan as Southern Rains Forecast
By Alan Clement Central and northern parts of South Sudan are expected to face dangerous heat conditions this week, even as southern areas receive above-normal rainfall, according to a new regional weather outlook. The weekly forecast issued by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) indicated that temperatures above[Read More…]
Mental Health crisis escalates in Yei
By James Innocent A long-time street resident believed to be living with a mental health condition drew attention in Yei Town on Monday after being seen bathing at the Yei River for what witnesses described as the first time in many years. The man, identified by relatives as Bureng John,[Read More…]
Security Committee to Intensify Vigilance across Central Equatoria
By Lodu William Odiya The Central Equatoria State Security Committee (CES-SC) has reaffirmed its commitment to heightening vigilance across Central Equatoria. In a statement that was released by the state Press unit, the move is to bolster urban safety in the state. “Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony who chaired the meeting[Read More…]
GOVERNMENT Defends ongoing military operations
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan’s government has released a statement citing that the on-going military operations in some parts of the country is a response to the security threats from opposition forces. This is in response to leaders from the South Sudan Council of Churches regarding political, security and[Read More…]
CES leaders pledge unity beyond party differences
By Alan Clement Central Equatoria State (CES) Leaders have pledged to work together regardless of their different party affiliations. The group vowed to put efforts to strengthen unity with hope to strengthen service delivery for their people. The officials used the March 16, 2026 swearing-in ceremony of the recently appointed[Read More…]
Yei resident’s welcome establishment of university in the area
By Fatuma Asha and Lodu William Odiya Citizens in Yei River state have welcome the establishment of a new University in the county following the recent announcement by the Central Equatoria State governor, Emmanuel Adil Anthony. In an exclusive interview with No. 1 citizen newspaper, Danascovic Cosmas emphasized that the[Read More…]
By Sabri Dibaco The Governor of Western Equatoria State, Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa, has given the citizen of WES assurance of their safety during the upcoming farming season. Speaking during a press statement, Governor Daniel said a comprehensive strategic plan focused on peace building, public health response, and economic recovery with[Read More…]
Dr. Machar’s fate in Judges’ hands, Gov’t tells council of Churches
Yiep Joseph and Alan Clement The Government of South Sudan has rejected church appeals for the release of opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar, stressing that only the courts have authority over his case. In a statement issued from the Office of the President on March 17, the government responded to[Read More…]
Yambio State Hospital Installs New Diagnostic Machines
By Sabri Dibaco The medical director of Yambio State Hospital, Samuel Okondjo, has confirmed the installation of a kidney testing machine and a CBC machine capable of analysing liver function, blood counts, and lipid profiles. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, Samuel said the installation marks a major milestone[Read More…]
Commissioner Warns of ‘Two Governments’ in Counties as Officials Urge Unity Ahead of Elections
By Alan Clement A Central Equatoria county commissioner has warned that parallel authority between security coordinators and commissioners risks creating “two governments” at the local level, as state officials called for unity ahead of anticipated elections. The concerns were raised Monday during the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed state officials[Read More…]