By James Innocent Yei River County Commissioner Samuel Henry Malimbo has welcomed health authorities and stakeholders attending a one-day meeting to prepare for the distribution of medicines against blindness and elephantiasis in the county. The meeting brought together health officials, media representatives, and other stakeholders to discuss preparations for the[Read More…]
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Lakes State partners to assess impact of prolonged dry spell on food security
By Yang Ater The Lakes State government has mobilised humanitarian partners and UN agencies to assess the impact of a prolonged dry spell that has severely affected agricultural production and raised fears of worsening food insecurity across the state. The decision was reached during a coordination meeting chaired by Deputy[Read More…]
POWER: Minister signs electricity regulations, warns against violations
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan’s Ministry of Energy and Dams has introduced new regulations governing the country’s electricity sector. Minister of Energy and Dams Agok Makur Kur signed the Electricity Power Regulations, 2026, establishing a regulatory framework for electricity generation, import, export, and other activities within the sector. Speaking after[Read More…]
Civil Society demands clarity over dismissal of NEC Chairperson
By Sabri Dibaco The National Civil Society Coalition has called for clarification over the dismissal of the reconstituted National Elections Commission (NEC) Chairperson by President Salva Kiir, questioning whether the removal followed procedures set out in the National Elections Act. In a press statement released, Coalition Chairperson Bol Deng Bol[Read More…]
INSECURITY: 9 Killed in new Jebel Iraq attack
Writer: Deng Athian Nine people were killed in a new attack at Jebel Iraq last night, according to witnesses at the site. Witnesses said armed men attacked gold miners, killing nine people before leaving the area. The motive for the attack remains unknown, and no group has claimed responsibility for[Read More…]
Burglars breaks into SPLM office in Aweil West, steal furniture
Writer: Hou Akot Hou Unknown individuals have broken into the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) office in Aweil West County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, and stolen seven chairs and a wooden table. The incident reportedly occurred over the weekend, with the suspects remaining at large as of Wednesday. Garang[Read More…]
Peace delegation calls for unity and resource sharing in Eastern Equatoria
Writer: Lodu William Odiya A high-level peace delegation from the Eastern Equatoria State government has called for strengthened grassroots peacebuilding, economic cooperation, and peaceful sharing of natural resources among communities across the state. The delegation, led by Kapoeta North County Commissioner David Nayee Lomor, made the call during a visit[Read More…]
South Sudan, Uganda to strengthen customs cooperation
Writer: Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) and the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening customs cooperation, facilitating legitimate cross-border trade, and improving revenue protection between the two countries. According to the SSRA press unit, the agreement covers customs[Read More…]
NBG governor warns police recruits against drug use misconduct
Writer: Sabri Dibaco Northern Bahr el Ghazal State Governor Charles Madut Akol has warned newly recruited police trainees against drug use, indiscipline, and misconduct as they undergo training in Aweil Town. Governor Madut issued the warning on Tuesday during a visit to the police training centre in Mathiang, where more[Read More…]
AIC, Eastern Equatoria government strengthen partnership for peacebuilding
By Lodu William Odiya The African Inland Church (AIC) has reaffirmed its commitment to working with the Government of Eastern Equatoria State to promote peace, reconciliation, and social cohesion among communities across the state. According to the EES press unit, the commitment was made when the Presiding Bishop of AIC,[Read More…]
MP calls for cooperation among legislators from Uganda, South Sudan and DRC
By Lodu William Odiya Obongi Member of Parliament and Chairperson of the West Nile Parliamentary Caucus, Hassan Kaps Fungaroo, has called for stronger unity and cooperation among legislators in Uganda, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The legislators said communities in the West Nile region share strong[Read More…]
Northern Bahr el Ghazal state opens police training for 3,000 personnel
By Ngor Deng Matem Northern Bahr el Ghazal State has officially launched the training of 3,000 police personnel in Aweil town as part of efforts to strengthen security and public safety across the state. The training launch was witnessed by Northern Bahr el Ghazal Governor Charles Madut Akol, who urged[Read More…]
Government, FAO launch livestock project in Terekeka
By Louis Loku The National Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, Central Equatoria State authorities, Terekeka County administration, and representatives of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) have officially launched the Resilient Livestock Sector Project in Terekeka County. The five-year initiative, implemented in partnership with the FAO, is being carried out[Read More…]
Vice President Wani Igga orders mining ministry to enforce mining laws
By Louis Loku Vice President and Chairperson of the Economic Cluster, James Wani Igga, has directed the Ministry of Mining to ensure that all companies operating in South Sudan’s mining sector comply with the country’s laws and regulations. Igga issued the directive on Monday during a briefing with the Minister[Read More…]
TAX: Revenue Authority collects over 140 billion SSP in August
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has revealed that it collected over 140 billion South Sudanese pounds in the month of August. In a statement to the media, this huge sum of money was revealed during a meeting attended by Deputy Commissioner General Solomon Ariik Manyok,[Read More…]
Governors to address security, trade challenges along Juba–Torit highway
By Lodu William Odiya Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony and Eastern Equatoria State Governor Louis Lobong Lojore have convened a joint meeting to address security and trade-related challenges affecting the movement of people, livestock, and goods between the two states. The meeting focused on concerns over insecurity and[Read More…]
A 26-year young boda boda rider killed in Khor William
By Sabri Dibaco A 26-year-old boda boda rider has been shot dead by suspected gunmen in Khor William, Juba, in an incident that occurred at around 10 p.m. on Monday. The incident reportedly happened near Murle Church, a short distance from Jebel Market, commonly known as Jebel Suk. According to[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should intensify protection of civilians in conflict-affected areas
The protection of civilians is one of the fundamental responsibilities of any government. In South Sudan, where sporadic violence continues to affect some parts of the country, ensuring the safety and security of innocent citizens must remain a national priority. Communities caught in conflict often bear the greatest burden, losing[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Government should strengthen preparedness for El Niño and climate change
South Sudan is facing increasing climate-related challenges that require stronger preparedness, planning, and coordinated action from the government and other stakeholders. The country remains highly vulnerable to floods, droughts, extreme rainfall, and other climate hazards that continue to threaten communities, livelihoods, and development. Climate change is no longer a distant[Read More…]
SECURITY: CDF orders security forces to probe Greater Tonj violence
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan’s Chief of Defense Forces, General Santino Deng Wol, has ordered the deployment of security forces to Warrap State to investigate the causes of recent communal violence in Greater Tonj. The deployment follows growing concerns over insecurity in the area, where communal fighting has affected[Read More…]