By Lodu William Odiya The Central Equatoria State government has directed the security organs to identify unauthorised revenue collectors in the state. The move comes following the State Security Committee’s 24th meeting of 2026, chaired by Deputy Governor Paulino Lokukudu Obede, representing Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony. The governor’s press unit[Read More…]
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VP Nyandeng was not blocked, says Minister Ateny
By Yiep Joseph Minister of Information, Communication Technology, and Postal Service, Ateny Wek Ateny, has dismissed reports that Vice President for Gender and Youth Cluster Rebecca Nyandeng de Mabior was blocked from travelling. The minister described the alleged blocking as false narration based on rumours. Ateny made the remarks while[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should strengthen retirement policy to give way for graduates
South Sudan is a nation blessed with one of the youngest populations in Africa. The energy, creativity, and determination of its young people represent the country’s greatest asset. However, many capable young citizens continue to face limited employment opportunities while a significant number of senior public officials remain in office[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Stop the illegal revenue collectors in Juba
Revenue collection is an important responsibility of government institutions. The money collected through taxes, fees, and other legal charges is meant to support public services and contribute to the development of the country. However, growing concerns over unauthorised individuals and self-deployed personnel allegedly collecting revenues in different parts of Juba[Read More…]
Torit Commissioner denies targeting Murle traders
By Innocent Bidal Emmanuel Torit County Caretaker Commissioner and Mayor of Torit, Eddy William Ponsiano, denied reports circulating on social media that he ordered the arrest of members of the Murle business community in Torit town. In a statement from his office press, Ponsiano said the individuals arrested were business[Read More…]
SSFF pledges support for Deaf Football Development in South Sudan
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has pledged to work closely with the South Sudan Deaf Football Federation (SSDFF) to promote and develop inclusive football and create more opportunities for deaf athletes across the country. According to the Federation, the commitment followed a meeting between SSFF[Read More…]
SPLM says ready for 2026 elections, pledges to accept outcome
By Lodu William Odiya The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has declared its readiness for the upcoming general elections, saying it is waiting for the National Elections Commission to release the electoral calendar and timetable. Ambassador John Andruga Duku, the SPLM National Secretariat Secretary for Political Affairs, Mobilisation and Organisation,[Read More…]
Funding shortage puts 187,000 displaced people at risk in Bentiu and Malakal
By Lodu William Odiya Nearly 187,000 people living in displacement sites and surrounding communities in Bentiu and Malakal risk losing access to clean water, sanitation, and flood protection services as a severe funding shortage threatens to disrupt critical humanitarian operations from November. In a statement by the International Organisation for[Read More…]
Government denies coup, says President Kiir remains secure
By Yiep Joseph The Minister of Information and the government’s spokesperson, Ateny Wek Ateny, have dismissed speculation of a possible coup, citing that President Salva Kiir remains secure. He urged the public not to listen to what he described as propaganda and rumours. Speaking to journalists yesterday, Ateny said there[Read More…]
WES governor urges traders to stop flying cash to Juba
By Lodu William Odiya Western Equatoria State Governor Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa has urged traders and residents to stop transporting large amounts of cash to Juba by plane, saying the practice reduces the amount of money circulating within the state’s economy. In a statement released by the governor’s press unit on[Read More…]
NBGS SPLM Secretariat clarifies violence at State House
By Innocent Bidal Emmanuel The Office of Information, Culture and Communications, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State SPLM Secretariat, has denied and clarified that the photo seen circulating on social media as evidence of a confrontation that occurred at the SPLM State Secretariat is fraudulent. According to the official, the photo[Read More…]
Government dismisses $15 million documents allegeding payment as fraudulent
By Yiep Joseph The South Sudan government has dismissed two documents circulating on social media and termed them fake. The documents allegedly link a private company to the appointment of a senior government official and a $15 million payment intended to influence government officials and public institutions. Information Minister and[Read More…]
Sustain Initiative expands emergency support to displaced families in EES
By Ijoo Bosco Sustain Initiative South Sudan, with support from Luxembourg Aid and Development and Fondation Partage Luxembourg, is implementing an integrated emergency response project to support refugees, returnees, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Magwi and Torit counties of Eastern Equatoria State. The initiative includes the distribution of food[Read More…]
Four children missing after abduction in Magwi County
By Ijoo Bosco Four children from the same family remain missing after they were reportedly abducted by unknown persons in Omeo Boma, Magwi County, Eastern Equatoria State. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday afternoon while the children were in a garden with their older siblings. Omeo Head Chief Okeny Gabriel[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Juba needs public transport parking yards now
Juba City is growing rapidly, and with its growing population comes an increasing demand for safe, organised, and reliable public transportation. Every day, thousands of residents depend on buses, minibuses, taxis, and other public transport vehicles to travel to markets, workplaces, schools, hospitals, and residential areas. Yet one major challenge[Read More…]
High transport costs, currency pressure threaten traders in Yei
By James Innocent Local traders in Yei River County say high transport costs and currency fluctuations continue to affect their businesses and access to rural markets, despite a decline in the prices of some food commodities. Dawa Betty, a vegetable trader in Yei, said the high cost of transportation has[Read More…]
President Kiir returns to Juba after working visit to South Africa
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has returned to Juba after concluding a week-long working visit to the Republic of South Africa, where he held high-level engagements with President Cyril Ramaphosa on South Sudan’s preparations for the December 2026 General Elections and the strengthening of bilateral cooperation. In[Read More…]
Bor County commissioner’s residence burn down, government moves to probe it
By Yiep Joseph The Jonglei State government is set to investigate the burning of several houses belonging to Bor County Commissioner Samuel Ateny Pech Ariik. Ateny accused members of the Red Belt armed youth group of being behind the incident. The houses were reportedly set ablaze in Bor town on[Read More…]
CDF urges SSPDF to remain disciplined, neutral as election approach
By Yiep Joseph The Chief of Defence Forces, General Santino Deng Wol, has urged members of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) to remain disciplined, united, and professional as the election approaches. Speaking during a military briefing at the Army headquarters, General Wol called on officers and soldiers to[Read More…]
Displaced families at South Sudan-Uganda border seek food, healthcare and education
By Lodu William Odiya Families displaced by recent fighting in Sokare, near the South Sudan-Uganda border, are appealing for urgent humanitarian assistance, including healthcare, food, and education for their children. The families were forced to flee after clashes suddenly erupted in the area, catching many residents in the middle of[Read More…]