By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Trade and Industry held a consultative meeting with members of the business community to discuss major challenges affecting trade and industrial activities. In a press statement extended to the media, the discussions focused on pressing issues facing traders and investors. Among the issues discussed[Read More…]
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Russia sponsors electoral training for NEC officials ahead of polls
By Louis Loku Three senior officials from South Sudanโs National Elections Commission (NEC) have traveled to Russia for advanced electoral training as part of preparations for the countryโs anticipated 2026 general elections. The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Juba announced that the training program is fully funded by the[Read More…]
CES security committee to intensify patrols to address ambushes along roads
By Lodu William Odiya The committee additionally directed the state task force to intensify patrols along the Juba-Torit, Juba-Terekeka, and Juba-Rokon roads to protect travellers from ambushes and combat armed robberies along those roads. This followed an alleged attack carried out by elements of the SPLA/IO forces on the technical[Read More…]
VP Hussein tells Warrap communities to cease hostilities
By Yiep Joseph The Vice President and the Chairperson of the Service Delivery Cluster, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, have called on the people of Warrap State to abandon violence and embrace peace. The vice president made the remarks during a meeting with the Warrap State cabinet in Kuajok. In a statement[Read More…]
Yei health authorities heighten Ebola surveillance amid DR Congo outbreak
By James Innocent โHealth authorities in Yei River County have urged residents to remain vigilant following reports of an Ebola outbreak in neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). County health officials say the outbreak in eastern Congo has raised concerns because of the close border connections between the DRC and[Read More…]
Election: “We don’t want any Muslim to vote for anyone apart from President Salva Kiir,” says VP Hussein
By Ngor Deng Matem & Louis Lako Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Akol has told the Muslim community in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State (NBGs) to rally behind President Salva Kiir Mayardit ahead of the countryโs December 2026 general elections. The VP told Muslims on Wednesday during Eid Al-Adha prayers held[Read More…]
South Sudan seeks a stronger partnership with the African Development Bank
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan has appealed for increased concessional financing, stronger climate resilience support, and expanded private sector investment during the African Development Bank annual meetings in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo. Delivering South Sudanโs statement on behalf of the Minister of Finance and Planning, Daniel Ayulo, the delegation thanked[Read More…]
Minister urges politicians to stop interfering in youth convention
By Yiep Joseph The Central Equatoria State Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, Bush Buse, has called on politicians to stop interfering in the upcoming youth convention. He warned that political influence could undermine the credibility and independence of youth leadership in the state. The minister appealed ahead of the[Read More…]
Minister Puot alleges that Bol Mel pressured him to denounce Dr. Machar
By Yiep Joseph The suspended petroleum minister and first accused, Puot Kang Chol, on Monday told the Special Court that he repeatedly rejected pressure from government officials to denounce Dr. Riek Machar while in detention. Puot made the claims during the 81st court session, where he continued presenting his defense[Read More…]
Al Maderia FC clinches Bahr El Ghazal Zonal title with perfect record
By Yang Ater Yang Al Maderia FC of Aweil has officially crowned itself champions of the Bahr El Ghazal Region Zonal Qualification (Group A), securing a hard-fought 1:0 victory over local favourites Gonzaga FC Rumbek. With this final matchday win in the South Sudan National League 2025โ2026 competition, Al Maderia[Read More…]
Government, and UNOPS deliver fishing nets to flood-affected families
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, in partnership with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), has distributed 1,351 fishing nets to vulnerable households in Lakes and Jonglei States. In a press release from the UNOPS communication officer, the distribution is part of efforts to[Read More…]
Fuel crisis hits Yei as motorists struggle to support families
By James Innocent A worsening fuel shortage in Yei River County has left thousands of residents and motorists struggling, with long queues forming at the only operational fuel station in the area as transport operators face growing economic hardship. Residents say the scarcity of fuel has disrupted transportation and contributed[Read More…]
Bor County opens Aduar as second port to ease fish market
By Peter Kuol Kuch Authorities of Bor County in Jonglei State inaugurated Aduar earlier this week as a second port to ease boat landings and boost economic activities for the locals in Jalle Payam. Aduar is a well-opened swamp that is strategically situated along the Nile at Yom-Chiir Boma in[Read More…]
Adil pledges support as Yei advances infrastructure
By Sabri Dibaco The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has pledged full government support to address challenges facing Yei River County following a briefing by County Commissioner Samuel Malimbo on the countyโs security and development progress. โGovernor Emmanuel Adil Anthony received a general briefing from Samuel Malimbo,[Read More…]
One dead after a motorcycle collides with a cow on the Juba-Bor road.
By Peter Kuol Kuch A motorcyclist has been confirmed dead after being involved in a fatal accident with a cow while riding on the road in Bor town on Sunday night. According to the police, the motorcyclist was riding at 8:00 PM along the road in the town but accidentally[Read More…]
Nyumanzi leaders call for peace as gang violence continues to claim lives
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Cultural and church leaders in Nyumanzi Refugee Settlement have urged youths to abandon gang violence and engage in productive activities following a series of revenge killings that have left the community living in fear. The leaders appealed while speaking to No. 1 Citizen Newspaper on Monday,[Read More…]
Community appeals for support as school struggles with challenges
By Deng Athian Residents of Wunrok in Twic County have appealed to humanitarian organisations, companies, and well-wishers for urgent support to help expand a local school that is facing growing pressure from increasing student enrollment. The appeal centers on Wunrok Nursery and Primary School, which currently accommodates nearly 500 pupils[Read More…]
Arsenal fans in Yambio carry out cleaning at state hospital
๐๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ธ๐๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ฎ๐ฎ๐ป๐ถ๐ธ๐ผ Hundreds of Arsenal supporters in Yambio on Friday took part in a community cleaning campaign at Yambio State Hospital as part of a youth-led initiative aimed at promoting cleanliness, unity, and civic engagement. The exercise brought together young people from different parts of Yambio County, who worked[Read More…]
Ebola task force stops lorry carrying 200 children, orders return to Koboko
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto The Obongi District Ebola Task Force and District Security Committee on Sunday impounded a Fuso lorry carrying more than 200 children and 18 adults who were being transported from Koboko District to Adjumani District amid heightened Ebola surveillance measures. The operation was conducted at the Obongi[Read More…]
Azande Kingdom launches Palm oil tree planting initiative
By Jackson Gaaniko The Azande Kingdom has launched a major agricultural initiative aimed at planting 35,000 palm oil trees to promote farming, create employment opportunities, and support economic growth in the region. The launch took place on Saturday at the Royal Palace in Bazungua, Western Equatoria State, under the leadership[Read More…]