By James Innocent Cattle herders have killed an elderly man in Yei River County and took dozens of animals, local leaders said. The incident occurred at Gimunu area, near Yei Airstrip, where the victim was grazing his livestock. According to Executive Chief of Gimunu Boma, Lowuya Morish, a large group[Read More…]
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Norway raises concern over ongoing political unrest
BY Jacob Onuha Nelson Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide has expressed deep concern over recent clashes in Nasir County in Upper Nile State. Fighting between the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and the local White Army, which erupted on March 3, 2025, risks reversing years of progress[Read More…]
Release detained officials-IGAD
By Kei Emmanuel Duku IGAD Heads of State have called on the South Sudanese government to release recently detained opposition leaders. The demand was issued during the 43rd Extraordinary Assembly, a virtual meeting chaired by Djibouti President Ismail Omar Guelleh, the current IGAD Assembly Chairperson. Leaders expressed deep concern[Read More…]
SPLM-IO trashes Machar’s alleged arrest
By William Madouk Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) has rubbished alleged arrest of Dr. Riek Machar. Acting Press Secretary in the Office of the First Vice President, Puok Both Baluang has termed the allegation ‘concocted and does not hold water’. He made this clarification after Garang John,[Read More…]
Guteres calls for upholding children’s inherent rights
By Jacob Onuha Nelson United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has urged South Sudan to commit to the rights of children by adopting United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. The convention is an international agreement aimed at safeguarding the well-being of children. This call comes in the[Read More…]
Three cabinet ministers take oath
By Staff writer Three new cabinet ministers took the oath of office at the Presidential palace, in a formal ceremony held yesterday. The process, administered by the Chief Justice was overseen by President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The officials who took the oath included Dr. Wek Mamer, who will be[Read More…]
South Sudanese kickboxers thrill World Muay Thai Championship
By Manas James Okony and Kei Emmanuel South Sudanese kickboxers have made history at the ongoing World Muay Thai Championship in Pattaya, Thailand, for achieving significant success. The country’s top two fighters advanced to the semi-finals and finals stages of the tournament. The international event kicked off on March[Read More…]
Rising feminine suicide crisis in Warrap sparks debate
By William Madouk Rampant cases of suicide among women in Warrap state has prompted United Nations Mission in South Sudan to convene a debate on taboo-laden mental health issues. According to the UN, at least four suicide cases were reported in February alone; the heartbreaking instances are aggravated by[Read More…]
UJOSS warns Journalists against bias social posts
By Yiep Joseph Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) has advised its members to stick to professionalism and cease biased social media posts. UJOSS president Oyet Patrick Charles revealed that his office has noticed incidents where journalists post biased statements on their social media pages. Oyet made the[Read More…]
Robbery surges in Aweil Center
By Hou Akot Hou Authorities in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state have reported a rise in robbery cases in Aweil Center County and the surrounding areas, including Aweil Town. An investigator from the police department in Nyalath payam revealed on Wednesday that incidents of break-ins and various types of[Read More…]
NO THREATS
By Philip Buda Ladu Transitional Government of National Unity (TGoNU) counters a wave of international travel advisories, including a stark warning from the United States, by asserting that the country is “calm and secure.” This statement comes in the wake of a recent incident in Nasir County, Upper Nile[Read More…]
NCA inks MOU to strengthen capacity of engineers
By Yiep Joseph National Communication Authority (NCA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with African Advanced Level Telecommunication Institute (AFRALTI) to bolster skills of personnel in the country. In line with its commitment to advancing technology, the NCA has been actively conducting various training programs throughout South Sudan.[Read More…]
Reclaim ‘individualized’ taxes-governor urged
By Yiep Joseph Following the appointment of Dr. Riek Gai Kok as the new governor of Jonglei State, residents and local leaders are calling for increased transparency and accountability in the management of state revenues. The key interest is on Personal Income Tax (PIT). President Salva Kiir appointed Dr.[Read More…]
Mother abandons newborn baby
By Hou Akot Hou An unidentified mother abandoned a newborn child in grassy vegetation near a river at Wath-muok Payam, Aweil South County, Northern Bahr El Gazal state, over the weekend. According to a Paramount Chief, Ayom Akol Wek, the woman left the child after giving birth to a[Read More…]
Attack displaces over 100 in Morobo County
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A recent attack in Morobo County, allegedly by National Salvation Front (NAS) forces of Gen. Thomas Cirilo Sawaka has displaced 116 citizens. The County Commissioner, Charles Data Bullen confirmed that residents were assaulted , property including food, motorcycles, and water pump machines looted during the[Read More…]
SPLM-IO confirms release of officials
By staff writer Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO) has confirmed the release of eight who were detained following the eruption of unrest in Nasir and Ulang Counties of Upper Nile State. In a statement issued by Puok Both Baluang, acting press secretary in the office of First Vice President[Read More…]
Extreme heat persists
By Morris Dogga Weather experts have warned that extremely high temperatures are expected to persist across western, central, and northern parts of the country. Temperatures are expected to range between 38°C and 42°C. According to an alert by South Sudan Meteorological Services, high temperatures will continue for the next[Read More…]
GOV’T DENIES UPDF PRESENCE IN JUBA
By William Madouk South Sudan government has denied alleged deployment of Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) in Juba. Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba shocked the world after twitting on his X account on Tuesday, that UPDF Special Forces had arrived[Read More…]
South Sudan bids to host CECAFA U-17 tournament
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) is preparing to submit its bid to the Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations (CECAFA) to host the AFCON U-17 regional tournament in Juba. This decision followed an extraordinary meeting last week, chaired by SSFA President Augustino Madut[Read More…]
Cholera claims 82 lives in Nyirol County
By Manas James Okony An outbreak of cholera has severely affected Nyirol County in Jonglei, with reported cases exceeding 1,000 since last week, leading to at least 82 confirmed deaths. The county commissioner, James Bol Makey, reported to this publication yesterday that many infected individuals are receiving treatment under[Read More…]