By Yiep Joseph Suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol on Monday asked the court to acquit him and his co-accused, arguing that prosecutors had failed to prove the charges against them beyond a reasonable doubt. Addressing the court during the 82nd hearing session, Puot concluded his defense by maintaining that[Read More…]
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Russia sponsors electoral training for NEC officials ahead of polls
By Louis Loku Three senior officials from South Sudan’s National Elections Commission (NEC) have traveled to Russia for advanced electoral training as part of preparations for the country’s anticipated 2026 general elections. The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Juba announced that the training program is fully funded by the[Read More…]
Election: “We don’t want any Muslim to vote for anyone apart from President Salva Kiir,” says VP Hussein
By Ngor Deng Matem & Louis Lako Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Akol has told the Muslim community in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State (NBGs) to rally behind President Salva Kiir Mayardit ahead of the country’s December 2026 general elections. The VP told Muslims on Wednesday during Eid Al-Adha prayers held[Read More…]
Minister Puot alleges that Bol Mel pressured him to denounce Dr. Machar
By Yiep Joseph The suspended petroleum minister and first accused, Puot Kang Chol, on Monday told the Special Court that he repeatedly rejected pressure from government officials to denounce Dr. Riek Machar while in detention. Puot made the claims during the 81st court session, where he continued presenting his defense[Read More…]
Government unveils major governance reforms to improve public services
By Sabri Dibaco The government of South Sudan has approved a sweeping set of reforms aimed at improving governance, strengthening accountability, and enhancing the delivery of public services across the country. The decisions were reached during a meeting of the Council of Ministers chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit, as[Read More…]
Pagirinya activist questions December elections, cites insecurity
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto A political activist living in Pagirinya Refugee Settlement has raised serious concerns over South Sudan’s planned elections scheduled for December, warning that insecurity, hunger, and lack of public awareness could deny citizens a free and peaceful vote. Speaking in an exclusive interview on Sunday, Londu Saviour[Read More…]
Two MPs and 1 advisor under arrest in NSS detention to face criminal charges
By Yiep Joseph The National Security Service (NSS) has confirmed the arrest of three senior officials, including two members of parliament and a former advisor to the First Lady, over allegations of forging presidential orders. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, NSS spokesperson David John Kumuri said the suspects were[Read More…]
Kiir calls for peace, reconciliation during SPLA anniversary
By Sabri Dibaco Thousands of members, veterans, and supporters of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement gathered at Juba National Stadium on Thursday to mark the 43rd anniversary of the SPLM/SPLA liberation struggle founded on May 16, 1983. The celebration was marked by patriotic songs, cultural performances, and artistic displays from[Read More…]
Puot denies allegations, calls prosecution witnesses politically motivated
By Yiep Joseph Suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang (accused No.1) on Friday denied allegations levelled against him, saying that the prosecution witnesses and their testimonies were politically motivated. Investigators and witnesses had alleged that Kang coordinated and funded youth and SPLA-IO forces to carry out attacks on Nasir. However, during[Read More…]
Armed forces behind SPLM-IO hinder its quest for party registration as elections loom
By Yiep Joseph The interim chairperson of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO), Stephen Par Kuol, has revealed challenges facing the party’s registration process ahead of elections. Speaking on the Powerhouse program on SSBC, Par acknowledged that the SPLM-IO, one of the country’s main opposition parties, has not yet been[Read More…]
Kiir returns back to Juba after boosting regional ties
By Sabri Dibaco President Salva Kiir Mayardit returned to Juba on Wednesday after concluding official visits to Djibouti and Uganda aimed at strengthening South Sudan’s diplomatic and regional relations. During the visits, President Kiir attended the inauguration ceremonies of Djibouti’s President Ismail Omar Guelleh and Uganda’s President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.[Read More…]
SPLM-IO MP proposes caucus meeting amid controversy over peace amendments
By Louis Loku A member of the National Legislative Assembly representing the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO) under the interim leadership of Stephen Par Kuol has called for an emergency caucus meeting. The call followed the growing concerns surrounding proposed amendments to the revitalised peace agreement. Speaking to No. 1[Read More…]
President Kiir is in Kampala for Museveni’s inauguration
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has arrived in Kampala to attend the inauguration ceremony of Uganda’s President-elect Yoweri Museveni, scheduled for Tuesday. According to the Presidential Press Unit, President Kiir will also hold bilateral talks with President Museveni during his visit. “While in Kampala, Kiir will hold bilateral[Read More…]
U.S. Embassy sets tough conditions for South Sudan election support
The U.S. Embassy in South Sudan has clarified its position on the anticipated elections, stressing that any electoral process must be peaceful, credible, and anchored in genuine political dialogue. In a statement released this week, the embassy said it would regard successful and peaceful elections as a “positive step” toward[Read More…]
SPLM urges public to join 16 May celebrations despite salary delays
By Yiep Joseph The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has called on the public, including soldiers and civil servants, to take part in the upcoming 16 May celebrations despite ongoing salary delays and economic hardship. May 16 is a public holiday marking the foundation of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army[Read More…]
Governor Adil meets SPLM youth league to boost mobilization for SPLA Day
By Sabri Dibaco The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Cde. Emmanuel Adil Anthony, who also serves as the SPLM State Chairperson, has met with the SPLM Youth League to strengthen mobilisation efforts ahead of the upcoming SPLA Day celebrations on 16th May. The meeting brought together the SPLM National Youth[Read More…]
Collo Kingdom pushes for stability and election preparation
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit met on Monday with Kuongo Dak Padiet, the king of the Collo Kingdom, at the Presidential Palace in Juba. According to the Presidential Press Unit, the meeting focused on efforts to promote national stability and prepare for upcoming elections. Both sides emphasised the[Read More…]
SPLM strengthens grassroots mobilisation in CES under governor Adil’s leadership
By Louis Loku The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) in Central Equatoria State has stepped up its grassroots mobilisation efforts under the leadership of Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony. This is part of broader preparations for the December 2026 general elections. Governor Adil, who also serves as SPLM Chairperson for Central[Read More…]
Activist raises alarm over delayed election funding, warns 2026 polls at risk
By Louis Loku The Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO) has raised concerns over what it describes as the government’s failure to provide timely and adequate funding to the National Elections Commission. He warned that the delay could jeopardise South Sudan’s planned general elections scheduled for December 2026. Speaking to[Read More…]
Peace is not dead, says Minister Ateny as implementation remains in question.
By Chol D. Johnson The government has reaffirmed that the 2018 peace agreement remains intact and is progressing, with the December elections scheduled as planned. Speaking during a press conference on Tuesday, Ateny Wek Ateny, minister of information, [ICT], and postal services, told journalists that the peace process is ongoing.[Read More…]