By Yiep Joseph   Protection of journalists and accuracy of their reporting were key topics at a meeting between the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) and government stakeholders. As South Sudan engages in civic education ahead of the 2026 general elections, the media has a crucial role to[Read More…]

By Nakwam Rose   Acting Governor of Central Equatoria State, Paulino Lokudu Obedde, has officially reopened the Gudele Buaba road on Friday. The road has been partially undergoing renovation. He was accompanied by Major Element Dismero, Clement Maring, the Minister of Roads and Bridges in Central Equatoria, and the Mayor[Read More…]

By Nakwam Rose   Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel held a private meeting with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni before his safe return home. The meeting took place after Dr. Bol Mel represented President Salva Kiir Mayardit at the Twelfth High-Level Meeting of the Regional Oversight Mechanism (ROM) in Entebbe,[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu   Acting Inspector General of Police (A/IGP) for Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Crime Prevention, Lt. Gen. Akok Noon Akok, has issued a stringent standing order demanding an immediate cessation of unauthorized daily inspections of shops in Juba’s markets by CID officers. The directive, dated May[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu/UN   United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Thursday, commemorated the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, under the theme, “Peace Begins with Me.” The event saw plea from a young South Sudanese girl, for an end to conflict, emphasizing the collective responsibility for peace in a[Read More…]

By Peter Kuol Kuch   United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) launched “Peace Begins with Me” campaign on Thursday during commemoration of United Nations Peacekeepers Day in Bor. The event featured several cultural dances and artistic performances. Speaking at the event, Ambassador Geetha Pious, head of the UNMISS field[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph   Optimism is high among members of the public, including lawyers and activists, following appointment of a new Chief Justice, after years of what many describe as persistent challenges in improving South Sudan’s legal system. On Wednesday night, President Salva Kiir Mayardit removed the country’s long-serving Chief[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu   President Salva Kiir Mayardit urged new ambassadors to embody integrity, professionalism, and unwavering commitment in their diplomatic roles. Kiir made the call on Thursday, while presiding over the swearing-in of the Ambassadors at the State House in Juba, president’s office affirmed. During his address, President[Read More…]

By Staff Writer   A youth-led dialogue focused on amplifying young voices in South Sudan’s permanent constitution-making process and electoral participation has concluded in Unity State. Organized by Active Citizen South Sudan (ACSS), at the Protection of Civilians (PoC) site in Bentiu, Unity State, the event brought together 40 participants[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph   The government has unveiled a plan to involve youth in agricultural cooperatives and engage school-going children in farming groups to promote agriculture across the country. During the launch of Plan International’s five-year country strategy (2025-2030) on Wednesday, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, the Minister of Agriculture and Food[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph   Central Equatoria State (CES) has urged South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) to reconsider its recent statement on tax collection, citing that it obstructs clients from making payments. The revenue collection issue began this month when the CES Revenue Authority notified several non-governmental organizations and companies within[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   Ugandan authorities in Koboko District of West Nile region are relocating South Sudanese who had sought refuge in border areas like Busia and Oraba. A total of about 1,000 civilians have been moved from the bordering communities and various resettlements within West Nile Region. The[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph   Government and Plan International have jointly launched a five-year strategy for 2025-2030, which prioritizes youth empowerment. The country strategy addresses critical needs in several key areas: inclusive quality education, protection from violence, youth leadership and economic empowerment, and core humanitarian scale-up. This comprehensive strategy aims to[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph   At least 100 individuals diagnosed with leprosy in Juba County have received assistance from the Korean Civilian Mission. The aid, delivered by the Mission, included non-food charitable items such as clothes, caps, and shoes. Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease (HD) or Hanseniasis, is a chronic[Read More…]

By Hou Akot Hou   Aweil Community Association, based in Abyei, is calling for the repatriation of returnees currently stranded in Amiet, Abyei, to their homes. Mr. Tong Kuot Tong, spokesperson for the association in Abyei, stated on Wednesday via phone call that the returnees are too vulnerable to arrange[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu   Vice President for the Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, embarked on his first significant regional mission since taking office on Wednesday, departing Juba for Entebbe, Uganda. He is representing President Salva Kiir Mayardit at the Twelfth High-Level Meeting of the Regional Oversight Mechanism of[Read More…]

By Staff Writer   President Salva Kiir Mayardit has terminated the appointment of Chief Justice Chan Reech Madut. In his place, Justice Dr. Benjamin Bak Deng has been appointed as the new Chief Justice. In a Decree read over the state media-SSBC, Deputy Justice John Gatwech Lul has also been[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku and Rose Nakwam   Central Equatoria State (CES) has condemned abduction of ten civilians, demanding their immediate and unconditional release. The civilians, including two women, were reportedly abducted by armed militants linked to Gen. Thomas Cirilo Sawaka, leader of the National Salvation Front (NAS). The abductions[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) plans a training program to strengthen civil-military relations The initiative will bring together 50 personnel from the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and 30 journalists for joint sessions. This development came after UJOSS representatives met with army[Read More…]