By Philip Buda Ladu Over four South Sudanese opposition groups engaged in the Tumaini Initiative peace talks in Nairobi, Kenya have announced the formation of a unified coalition called, the United People’s Alliance (UPA). The announcement, made on the 20th anniversary of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) signing, aims to[Read More…]
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Insecurity, hunger surge in IDP Camp
By Yiep Joseph Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) at Protection of Civilians (POC) site in Juba decried alarming insecurity and hunger since the government took over the facility. In 2020 the UN Protection of Civilians (POC) site in Juba was redesignated into temporary camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs) under[Read More…]
Jonglei officials feud over expenditure
By William Madouk A serious showdown is looming in the Jonglei government as top state officials presented conflicting statements on how the $190,000 in collected Personal Income Tax (PIT) was spent. It all started when the governor of Jonglei state, Mr. Mahjoub Biel Turuk revealed to the media that[Read More…]
SPLM stern on salary, revenue
By Bosco Bush A high-level closed-door meeting, of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) chaired by President Salva Kiir, has enacted strict measures for the immediate payment of delayed civil servant salaries and improved management of revenue collection. This follows the recent announcement of resumed crude oil flow to[Read More…]
Top rebel commanders join gov’t
By James Innocent At least 14 top commanders and other officers from the National Resistance Army (NRA) joined the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State. A breakaway of the National Salvation Front (NAS), the rebel officers who have given-up fighting, were paraded to[Read More…]
Tut Gatluak relieved
By Staff Writer President Salva Kiir Mayardit has in a Decree last evening, removed Tut Gatluak Manime from his position as Presidential Advisor on Security Affairs. Thoi Chany Reat has been appointed as the new presidential advisor on security Affairs. In a separate Decree, read on State broadcaster SSBC, Tut[Read More…]
Yei Commissioner urges cooperation
By James Innocent Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, held its general staff meeting on Wednesday. Various departments attended to discuss challenges and promote cooperation within the local government. Commissioner Emmanuel Taban Seme initiated the meeting with the goal of identifying the obstacles faced by different departments. During the[Read More…]
Sub-Chief detained for killing brother
By Hou Akot Hou Police in Warrap State are detaining a sub-chief for allegedly killing his own brother in Turalei Payam. According to Police, the incident stemmed from a dispute over cattle possession, which infuriated the sub-chief, leading him to take the law into his own hands and kill his[Read More…]
Lopit West conference concludes with calls for peace
By Ijoo Bosco An intergenerational conference in Lopit West of Eastern Equatoria State concluded with leaders committing to promote coexistence with neighbors and ensure government holds peace violators accountable. Under the theme “Together We Will Build a Brighter Lopit West,” the conference was meant to unite the community and address[Read More…]
Juba County begins land demarcation
By Philip Buda Ladu Juba County Commissioner Emmanuel Tete Ezbon has announced a new land demarcation initiative in the Joppa Shilk area, aimed at curbing criminal activity and fostering development. According to the Commissioner’s Press Unit, the project, launched on Wednesday, comes to fruition as a result of collaboration[Read More…]
Finalize Abyei Status as outlined in CPA-CEPO urges
By Yiep Joseph A civil society activist has called on the governments of Sudan and South Sudan to embrace compromise to resolve the ongoing dispute over the status of Abyei, an oil-rich area claimed by both nations. Despite ongoing discussions, the two countries continue to grapple with ownership issues regarding[Read More…]
$402M Juba-Lobonok road project sparks controversy
By Bosco Bush First Deputy Speaker of National Legislative Assembly Hon. Oyet Nathaniel has criticized the Economic Cluster’s approval of a $402 million loan to construct Juba-Lobonok Road. On Wednesday, State-own broadcaster, SSBC reported that the multimillion-dollar mega project was approved following a meeting chaired by Vice President, Dr.[Read More…]
Jonglei displays $190,000 monthly Tax appropriation
By Yiep Joseph In response to mounting criticisms, Jonglei state government has come out of the shadow to explain how it spends the Personal Income Tax (PIT) it collects each month, totaling approximately $190,000. Since the formation of the Transitional Government of National Unity, Jonglei state has not presented a[Read More…]
Warrap State receives China food aid
By Yiep Joseph Government of Warrap state has received China food aid through the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management amidst transport challenges. In December 2024, the Chinese Embassy in the Republic of South Sudan handed over 980 tons of emergency food assistance donated to the government of South[Read More…]
EES, UN commit to restoring peace among Communities
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria government, in collaboration with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), has pledged to restore peace and confidence among communities in the state. This commitment was made during a meeting between Governor Louis Lobong Lojore and Guy Griffin, the head of the UNMISS[Read More…]
Central Equatoria seeks police reinforcement to rural areas
By Bosco Bush Central Equatoria State (CES) government is seeking increased police deployment in several rural areas following minor security incidents observed after the festive season. During a security committee meeting chaired by Deputy Governor Paulino Lukudu on Tuesday, officials stressed the need for additional police personnel in Wonduruba[Read More…]
CES plans Commissioners, Mayor’s forum
By William Madouk Deputy Governor of Central Equatoria State, Paulino Lukudu Obede, met with a delegation from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to discuss and plan the upcoming Commissioners and Mayors Forum. CES County commissioners and mayors’ Forum is an event that brings together all local government[Read More…]
Lakes State Artists Union dissolved
By Yang Ater Lakes State Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sports has issued a ministerial order dissolving the State Artists Association and appointing an interim leadership team to manage the organization until new elections can be held. In Ministerial Order No. 2/2025, seen by No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, Minister[Read More…]
UNMISS, Pibor, rehabilitating infrastructures
By Bosco Bush In an effort to improve road network and other essential services in Pibor Administrative Area, United Nations Mission in South Sudan [UNMISS] and Pibor government have embarked on a number of rehabilitation projects. These include improving Bor-Pibor-Akobo Road for free movement of goods and people. Rehabilitation of[Read More…]
Two killed, 3 injured in Lakes State
By Yang Ater At least two people were killed, including a breastfeeding mother, and three soldiers were injured in separate incidents in Rumbek Central County, Lakes State. William Koji Kirjok, the acting Minister of Information and Communication for Lakes State, reported that the violence began in Malek Payam at[Read More…]