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…]
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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…]
Parliament postpones Sittings aims to discuss border issues
By Alan Clement The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) on Tuesday postponed a much-anticipated sitting on South Sudan’s territorial integrity after several ministries failed to present the required reports. The session, which was convened following a parliamentary motion passed on August 20, was expected to feature written submissions from ministers[Read More…]
JEDCO to probes incident that left staffs in critical condition
By Alan Clement The Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO) has launched an independent investigation into an incident in which two of its technicians were electrocuted while on duty on Friday, August 29, 2025. According to a company statement released on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, the company confirmed that both technicians[Read More…]
Police demand Presidential Office Release Press Secretary for Questioning
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a rare legal confrontation, police in Juba’s Northern Division are demanding the Office of the President to release David Amour Majur Press Secretary for investigation into a serious criminal offense allegations. While a warrant for Majur’s arrest has been issued, police have not yet detained[Read More…]
SSPDF : Captures top rebel commanders
By Yiep Joseph The Acting spokesperson of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), Col. Garang Ateny Alier, claimed the capture of two SPLM-IO generals in Longechuk County of Upper Nile. Speaking to this outlet, Ateny claimed that the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) consecutively attacked Mathiang barracks[Read More…]
UJOSS and Indian Embassy Partner to Strengthen South Sudan Journalism
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a significant move to bolster journalism in South Sudan, the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) has partnered with the Indian Embassy. The collaboration was announced following a recent meeting at the Indian Embassy in Juba between UJOSS Secretary General Majak Daniel Kuany Alier[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Livestock and Farming Practices Fuel Carbon Emissions, Experts Say
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan is facing a new environmental challenge, with experts pointing to the country’s vast livestock and traditional farming practices as significant contributors to carbon emissions. This warning comes amid a global push to combat climate change, with the nation’s own agricultural activities now under scrutiny.[Read More…]
South Sudan’s Financial Mismanagement Forces Outsourcing of Climate Fund
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan is set to begin a significant journey next year with the implementation of the GEFF 8 Climate Resilient Program. While this initiative aims to strengthen the nation’s ability to withstand the increasing impacts of climate change, its funding reveals a critical issue the country’s[Read More…]
Lasu Community Pleads with the Governor for Peace, Security
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A delegation from the Lasu Payam of Yei River County met with Central Equatoria State Governor, Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, on Monday to present a list of urgent concerns affecting the Lasu and Tokiri Bomas. The community’s leaders, elders, and representatives called for the restoration[Read More…]