By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Jonglei State Government has refuted and dismissed what it described as baseless and false information circulating on social media about the current health status of the Governor. The response followed the social media propaganda that the Governor died while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital in[Read More…]
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Authorities Move to Regulate Sale of “Man Power” Drug in Yei
By James Innocent Authorities in Yei River County have announced plans to regulate the sale of a drug locally known as “man power,” following growing concerns over its alleged misuse among young people. The Medical Director of Yei Civil Hospital, Dr. Simon Sebit, has cautioned private clinics and pharmacies against[Read More…]
Clarification: Minister Reasserts Control Over Land Planning
By Alan Clement In a move to dispel public confusion, Housing Minister David Morbe Aquilino of Central Equatoria explained that the suspension of land demarcation is intended to streamline planning, not halt all land-related work. In Ministerial Order No. 005/2026, Morbe directed all six counties of Central Equatoria State, Juba[Read More…]
South Sudan Stagnates as Regional Reformers Raise the Bar
By Alan Clement South Sudan has once again been ranked among the most corrupt countries in the world, according to Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). With a score of just 9 out of 100, the country sits at the very bottom of the global ranking alongside Somalia and[Read More…]
Poor road obstructs farmers from Marketing products-commissioner
By James Innocent Authorities in Yei River County say deteriorating road conditions and ongoing insecurity have disrupted commerce, contributed to market shortages, and slowed development in the region. Yei River County Commissioner Emmanuel Taban Seme said poor roads and persistent security threats against local communities have hindered the transportation and[Read More…]
Governor Adil reopens state Assembly, Prioritizes Agriculture CES Governor, Emmanuel
By Chol D. Johnson Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has announced that his administration will prioritize economic recovery through agriculture, positioning the sector as the backbone of the state’s revitalization strategy. Speaking on Wednesday during the reopening of the State Revitalized Transitional Legislative Assembly (RTLA) in Juba, Governor[Read More…]
Traders Decry Growing Roadblocks on Kaya-Yei-Juba Highway
By James Innocent Traders in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, have raised concerns over the increasing number of roadblocks along the Kaya-Yei-Juba Road, saying the situation is negatively affecting business operations and driving up the prices of goods. The Chairperson of the Yei Chamber of Commerce, Luwate Justin, said[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Oil Riches Fail to Lift Citizens from Poverty-World Bank
By Alan Clement South Sudan’s vast oil wealth has failed to translate into citizens prosperity, leaving the country mired in poverty, instability and economic decline, according to the World Bank South Sudan Public Finance Review 2026. The latest World Bank report paints a stark picture of a nation where oil[Read More…]
South Sudan’s currency is collapsing as government borrowing hits 70% of Gross Domestic Product-GDP
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s economy has been pushed into a state of debt distress and unsustainability as a lack of fiscal discipline, accommodated by the monetary and financial sectors, triggers a collapse of the national currency. A new World Bank Group report, titled “A Narrow Path to Recovery:[Read More…]
Authorities condemn Abduction of Humanitarian Workers in Yei River County
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Commissioner of Yei River County, Emmanuel Taban Seme, has issued a strong condemnation following the targeted abduction of humanitarian workers within Central Equatoria State. In an official statement released on February 10, 2026, Commissioner Taban emphasized that these criminal acts directly threaten civilian safety and[Read More…]
Peace Deal on the Brink as UN, R-JMEC Warn of War Risk
By Alan Clement South Sudan risks sliding back into full-scale conflict as political divisions deepen and violence escalates, senior UN and regional peace monitors warned the Security Council Tuesday, raising alarm months before scheduled December elections. Briefing the Council virtually, the Interim Chairperson of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation[Read More…]
WHY? Nilepet’s earnings never reach the national budget
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s national oil corporation, Nilepet, has become a financial ghost within the country’s economy, operating without transparency and failing to transfer its earnings to the national budget. A landmark World Bank Group report released in late January 2026, titled “A Narrow Path to Recovery: The[Read More…]
Dr. Machar’s defense team question expert’s report over irregularities Suspended First Vice President
By Yiep Joseph The defense team for Dr. Riek Machar and the seven co-accused have questioned the digital expert report, citing that it contains irregularities. During the 50th session on Wednesday, Ratlhogo Peter Calvin, the South African forensic expert and the last prosecution witness, concluded the presentation of his report.[Read More…]
Kiir dismisses top bank officials
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has relieved two top officials from the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) from their duties. According to the press release posted on the office of the president’s social media platform, the head of state relieved the officials on Monday. Based on the Republican[Read More…]
Adil commends Azande Kingdom, says its revival means cultural preservation
By Yiep Joseph The Governor of Central Equatoria State (CES), Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has described the revival of the Azande Kingdom as a major step toward strengthening cultural preservation and promoting national unity. Governor Adil made the remarks in a message to the people of Western Equatoria State as they[Read More…]
Digital expert says unable to investigate Dr. Machar’s devices
By Yiep Joseph The South African digital expert who investigated the phones and electronic devices collected from the 8 accused, testified that he was unable to access Dr. Riek Machar’s devices. Several prosecution witnesses have continued to testify before the special court trying Puot Kang and seven co-accused, including Dr.[Read More…]
Two Killed, Including Local Chief, in Aweil East Land Dispute
By Hou Akot Hou Two people, including a local chief, have been confirmed dead and two others critically injured on Saturday in a land dispute that turned violent in Kunyuk village, Aweil East County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State. Paul Kuc Akot, Director for Information in the office of Aweil[Read More…]
Minister Affirms Development of Comprehensive Cultural Policies in Unity State
By Chol D. Johnson The National Minister of Culture, Museums, and National Heritage, Sarah Nyanath Elijiah, has affirmed her ministry’s commitment to developing comprehensive policies to support cultural groups in Unity State. In a statement issued on Monday, Nyanath emphasized that the Ministry is working on frameworks to strengthen cultural[Read More…]
South Sudan on the Brink as Food Crisis Deepens Despite Major Aid Push
By Alan Clement South Sudan is edging closer to a large-scale humanitarian catastrophe as food insecurity reaches alarming levels, despite an extensive aid operation by the World Food Programme (WFP), a new situation report has warned. According to the December 2025 WFP South Sudan External Situation Report, 5.86 million people[Read More…]
Gov’t Explores Sustainable and Stable Electricity Supply
By Chol D. Johnson The Ministry of Energy and Dams, led by Minister Agok Makur Kur, has hosted a major Middle East energy company to explore options for a sustainable and stable electricity supply for the country. In a press statement issued on Monday, the ministry’s Press Unit confirmed that[Read More…]