By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Ministry of Foreign Affairs has revealed plan to reduce expenses of diplomatic missions abroad. This initiative is aimed at improving efficiency, align operations with South Sudan’s core interests. According to the Foreign Affairs official, South Sudan current has 32 embassies and a consulate[Read More…]
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Security arrest four culprits over market attack in Jebel Boma
By Peter Kuol Kuch The Authorities in Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) said at least four suspects have been apprehended on Wednesday by the security apparatus following a market attack last week. According to government spokesperson in Pibor, a Market at Jebel Boma was attacked by the suspected attackers last[Read More…]
IGAD Region: Conflict, Food Insecurity, and Drought Drive Migration
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A new report from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) reveals that protracted conflicts, food insecurity, and recurring droughts are the primary drivers of migration in the region. Charles Ogolla, Head of Statistics at IGAD, presented the staggering statistics during the launch of the second edition[Read More…]
GPAA forms flood management committee
By Peter Kuol Kuch The leadership of greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) has formed a flood management committee to help address and deal with issues of flooding across the area. The Administrative Area government formed the committee on Wednesday as flood cases surge. According to Pibor leadership, the flood management[Read More…]
S. Sudan, Sudan to investigate Killing of innocent civilians
By Lodu William Odiya The Ministry of foreign affairs has yesterday revealed that the relevant institutions in South Sudan and the Sudanese government are on the move to investigate the killing of South Sudanese citizen in Sudan. Speaking to the media yesterday, Ambassador Philip Jada Natana, who is the Director[Read More…]
Parliament passes South Sudan-UAE Visa deal
By Alan Clement The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has passed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between South Sudan and UAE which proposes reciprocal visa exemptions. While some legislators hailed the agreement as a strategic move toward international integration, others raised alarms over its equity, security, and geopolitical risks. Despite[Read More…]
Over 400,000 households affected by flooding across Jonglei State
By Peter Kuol Kuch The Office of Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) in Jonglei State has reported an estimate of 400,000 households to have been affected by recent flooding. The recent flooding has been triggered by heavy rains and rise over Nile waters. Speaking to this News outlet, James Madiing[Read More…]
Bilnyang IDPs credit peace for agricultural revival
By Alan Clement The Bilnyang Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Women Group has attributed their renewed farming and food production efforts to the improved security situation in their area. The group expressed their gratitude during a courtesy visit to the National Chairperson of the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), Stephen K.[Read More…]
Floods submerge Alali, destroy crops
By Manas James Okony Alali Payam in Jonglei State’s Akobo County is facing an increasingly dire humanitarian situation as severe flooding hits the area, leaving homes and farms destroyed. The situation has progressively worsened over recent years due to various factors, including climate change, conflict, and infrastructural challenges. Alali, located[Read More…]
Central Bank Cracks Down on Currency Hoarding
By Kei Emmanuel Duku The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has implemented new, sweeping financial reforms by prohibiting hoarding both local and foreign currency and commodities. The circular issued yesterday and by BoSS governor Dr. Addis Ababa Othow outlined penalties against people or institutions involved in hoarding of the currency.[Read More…]
Gov’t, Humanitarian partners assess flood situation in Upper Nile
By Alan Clement A high-level delegation led by Humanitarian Affairs Minister Albino Akol visited Malakal to assess flood risks and bolster coordination for emergency response across Upper Nile State. The delegation, which included the Deputy National Chairperson of the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), Aguek Ring Mabil, was joined by[Read More…]
BoSS set to launch real-time interbank payment system
By Alan Clement The Bank of South Sudan is set to launch the South Sudan Interbank Payment Settlement System (SSIPSS), a major step toward modernizing the nation’s financial infrastructure. Central bank Governor Dr. Addis Ababa Othow described the system as a cornerstone of monetary autonomy and a critical tool[Read More…]
KIIR directs Minister to prioritize fair, impartial justice for all
By Alan Clement President Salva Kiir has directed the newly appointed Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Dr. Joseph Geng Akec to reform the system and restore public trust in legal institutions. Speaking at a swearing-in ceremony for newly-appointed officials in Juba on Wednesday, President Kiir urged the newly appointed[Read More…]
Lobong urges parents to shield youth from armed group recruitment
By Alan Clement Eastern Equatoria State Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has urged families to shield youth from armed group recruitment, warning that political manipulation threatens peace in the area. Addressing peace rallies in Magwi and Torit counties, Governor Lobong urged families to prevent youth recruitment into armed groups, warning political[Read More…]
Bees stung a man to death in NBGs
By Hou Akot Hou A swarm of bees has stung a 48-year-old man to death in Aweil East of Northern Bahr El Gazal state(NBGs). According to the local sources on the ground, the incident occurred on Sunday at Parot village. The sources reported that the incident occurred when the man[Read More…]
Mundri East Youth League Sets Agenda for New WES Governor
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…]
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…]