By Yiep Joseph A digital forensic expert has further clarified his qualifications in handling the high-profile case involving suspended First Vice President Riek Machar Teny and other co-accused During the 70th court session, Ratlhogo Peter Calvin elaborated on his professional background under re-examination by the prosecution. The South African expert[Read More…]

By Yien Gattuor Mead  A 13-year-old girl has died after being struck by a truck belonging to a construction company in Mirmir Payam, Koch County, Unity State. The incident occurred on Friday, and the driver was later arrested after attempting to flee the scene. The traffic police director of highways[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed authorities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State to remove roadblocks that hindered the movement of goods. This directive is in a bid to ease the rising cost of living, as the state grapples with mounting pressure from refugees and returnees[Read More…]

By Louis laku A civil society activist has called for electoral reforms as the country heads for the December 2026 elections, as endorsed by the Cabinet. Speaking to the media, the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, has called on the National Election Commission[Read More…]

By James Innocent Communities in Yei River County of Central Equatoria State have called on the National Ministry of Energy and Dams to provide clarity on the implementation timeline of a long-promised electricity project supported by the World Bank. The residents raised the concern over delays despite earlier assurances. Residents[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph The governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has called for peace, unity, and increased agricultural production as key priorities for development. The governor made the remarks on Saturday while attending the Buya (Lariim) community’s traditional Ngitamo age-set ceremony. Lobong’s participation in symbolic rituals, including the[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph UNMISS Chief Anita Kiki Gbeho has called on South Sudan’s leaders to embrace peace as the country approaches its 15th independence anniversary. Gbeho, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), made the call while addressing the UN[Read More…]

By Sabri Dibaco Presidential Envoy Adut Kiir has held a consultative meeting with local communities in Yirol, with the aim of strengthening engagement with grassroots leaders and addressing critical development challenges. The meeting brought together a wide range of stakeholders, including traditional leaders, youth representatives, women’s groups, and community officials.[Read More…]

By Yien Gattuor Mead The dusty roads leading into Bentiu came alive with movement as a long convoy of more than 30 trucks rolled steadily into the Unity State capital. The trucks carry food supplies, hence a renewed sense of hope. For many residents, the sight was more than logistical;[Read More…]

By Yien Gattuor Mead Authorities in Koch County have arrested a businessman identified as War Diu in Rubkona County, Unity State. An official said the arrest occurred on Tuesday morning at approximately 6:20 a.m. Speaking to No.1 Citizens Daily Newspaper, Gatkuoth Biel confirmed the arrest of his relative, alleging that[Read More…]

By James Innocent Officials from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) have visited Yei River County and begun efforts to restore Radio Miraya FM. This key public broadcaster went off air following the mission’s withdrawal from its local base. During a meeting with the County Commissioner, Samuel Henry[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson South Sudan’s National Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Albino Akol Atak, has warned officials and individuals against selling food aid donated to the vulnerable people. Speaking on Wednesday during the launch of the first phase of Chinese food distribution in Juba, Akol emphasized that[Read More…]

By Peter Kuol Kuch Authorities at the divers’ union in Jonglei State have confirmed that two people have been killed and another one injured following a road ambush at Kor-Makuac along the Juba-Bor Highway this week. According to the union’s chairperson, the three passenger vehicles were boarding from Juba to[Read More…]

By Sabri Dibaco A humanitarian affairs officer with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Belgium has called for increased humanitarian assistance to support thousands of displaced people fleeing violence in Jonglei State and other parts of the country. Speaking on behalf of MSF in Minkaman, Isabella Alonso said the situation in the[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson Veteran South Sudanese singer and “Icon of Peace,” Viviana Nyachan, has died at the age of 61 in Juba after being admitted to Gurei Medical Centre. Speaking on Wednesday to No.1 Citizen Newspaper, a relative of the late singer, Rhoda Peter, confirmed that Nyachan passed away[Read More…]