By Lodu William Odiya The newly appointed Executive Director of South Sudan National Bureau of Standards have vowed to eradicate substandard goods and product to safeguard human harm in the Country. Speaking during a handover ceremony at the SSNBS headquarter in Juba on Thursday, Oiylang Dominic Kanuto, who was recently[Read More…]
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Calls for protect of women in Yei dominates International Women’s Day celebration
By James Innocent More than 1,000 people gathered at Yei Freedom Square in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, to commemorate International Women’s Day, with participants calling for stronger protection of women and girls and greater gender equality in the community. The event brought together government officials, civil society organizations,[Read More…]
TAX : collection dispute, raises need for oversight
By Alan Clement Crawford Capital’s disputed contract has ignited calls for stronger parliamentary oversight, as analysts warn the row exposes deep weaknesses in transparency and accountability across South Sudan’s financial governance system. The debate erupted follows a March 5 Ministerial Memo in which Trade Minister Atong Kuol Manyang Juuk ordered[Read More…]
How a Recovered UNMISS Vehicle Was Diverted to Rescue Commercial Cargo
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A heavy-duty recovery vehicle alleged to belonging to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) was repurposed for a private commercial rescue operation, resulting in mechanical destruction after military commanders diverted the asset for business interests. The Boorchar recovery vehicle is one of two captured[Read More…]
God exists in the heavens, the eternal, everlasting Creator, Jesus Christ our Lord
Sermon Title: A Warning to the Rich Overflowing Among the Chosen People of the Eternal Lord in Today’s World. James 5:1–20 My dear brother and sister in Christ our Lord, greetings to you all in the fold of our living, eternal God, here in beloved South Sudan. On this blessed[Read More…]
Cattle raid in Tonj East leaves 13 people dead, 7 Injured
By Hou Akot Hou At least 13 people were killed and seven others injured following a cattle raid in Tonj East County of Warrap State. The state information Minister said that the incident occurred over the weekend. Warrap State Information Minister, Mamer Baath Marol, told media that the attack occurred[Read More…]
Civilians Bear Brunt of Renewed Violence as Displacement Rises in South Sudan
By Alan Clement Civilians in South Sudan continue to suffer the worst effects of conflict, with renewed violence triggering fresh displacement and worsening humanitarian conditions despite the country’s fragile peace process, a new report warns. According to a United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan report released on[Read More…]
Economist advises public to return SSP to the bank
By Alan Clement Economist Abraham Maliet has called for an investigation into a viral video showing large quantities of South Sudanese pound banknotes, urging holders of the cash to return it to the Bank of South Sudan. A video circulating widely on social media platforms in recent days appeared to[Read More…]
Court orders digital expert to hand over hash values to Defense
By Yiep Joseph The special court trying suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused has ordered a digital forensic expert to provide hash values of electronic evidence to the defense team as the trial continues. The ruling was delivered on Wednesday after the court considered two issues[Read More…]
Rebels : On run
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) have seized the strategic border town of Akobo, crushed rebel occupation and leaving Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLM-IO) fighters fleeing into the eastern floodplains The Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO) is the military wing of the SPLM-IO, a[Read More…]
Rising Costs Threaten School Attendance in Western Equatoria
By Sabri Dibaco Communities in Western Equatoria State have expressed growing concern over the future of their children’s education as the worsening economic situation continues to affect households across the state. Parents from different counties said the rising cost of living has made it increasingly difficult to afford school fees,[Read More…]
Mismanagement of 2026 election schedule will sustain military approaches-CEPO
By Lodu William Odiya The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has warned that mismanagement of 2026 general election schedule would sustain the culture of military approaches to resolve political misunderstanding across the country. This followed a domestic election observation report released yesterday, covering the period from January to March[Read More…]
Kapuri Land Exercise Targets Orderly Development in Expanding Juba
By Alan Clement The government of Central Equatoria State has embarked on a land demarcation exercise in Kapuri’s Hai Salam 4th Class residential area, aiming to restore order and guide development in line with Juba’s expanding urban plan. The initiative seeks not only to resolve long-standing ownership disputes but also[Read More…]
Women demand equal rights ahead of general elections
By Peter Kuol Kuch The women in Jonglei State have echoed their voices demanding an equal right in South Sudan governing system as well as the society in order to build confidence for women as the Country prepares for General Elections. Speaking while addressing the audiences during women international day[Read More…]
Gurei City Crowned Group B Champions After Draw with Nguluwa FC
By Sabri Dibaco Gurei City FC were crowned Group B champions in the South Sudan National Cup after a 1–1 draw with Nguluwa FC of Mundri at the Buluk Training Ground. The match drew a lively crowd and proved highly competitive, with both sides battling for the top spot. Gurei[Read More…]
COMMISSIONER : Welcomes SSPDF to Akobo
By Lodu William Odiya The Commissioner of Akobo County, James Kueth Makuach, has visited the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) stationed at Wei-Deng Noka, expressing readiness for peace and cooperation with the national army. During the visit, Commissioner Kueth also called on civilians who fled their homes due to[Read More…]
South Sudanese Girl Raped to Death, Perpetrator Killed by Mob
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a chilling refugee camp brutality, Superintendent of Police (SP) Asea Collins of North West Nile Region reports 13-year-old South Sudanese girls was raped and strangled to death by a neighbor, who was then lynched by a vengeful mob. The horror unfolded on March 9, 2026,[Read More…]
Civil Society urges release or trial of detained officials
By Sabri Dibaco Civil society activists have urged the government of South Sudan to release detainees or present them before a competent court of law. Speaking to the media, the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization, Edmund Yakani, said prolonged detention without trial undermines public confidence in[Read More…]
Government Pledges Support as Social Insurance Fund Confronts Policy Challenges
By Alan Clement The National Social Insurance Fund (NSIF) is facing resistance to its policies, prompting government-backed efforts to intensify public awareness and strengthen compliance with the law. According to a statement from the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Minister Albino Akol Atak urged the NSIF leadership to[Read More…]
Mental Health Isolation Unit Launched at Yei Civil Hospital
By James Innocent Health authorities and partners have officially launched a mental health isolation unit at Yei Civil Hospital in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, marking a significant step toward improving mental health services in the region. Speaking during the launch, the Director of the County Health Department, Simon[Read More…]