By Yiep Joseph South Sudan has formally responded to concerns raised by Sudan over the participation of Abyei residents in the country’s forthcoming general elections. The government maintained that the decision is consistent with the legal framework governing the disputed area. South Sudan reaffirmed its commitment to resolving Abyei’s final[Read More…]
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Government promises lower prices after new fuel supply
By Sabri Dibaco The government of South Sudan has announced that more than 200 fuel trucks are expected to arrive in a move aimed at addressing a worsening fuel shortage. The initiative is a response to the current situation that has pushed prices to record levels and intensified pressure on[Read More…]
Court orders accused persons to continue oral defence
By Yiep Joseph The Special Court on the Incident of Nasir has ordered the remaining accused persons in the ongoing trial involving First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused to continue presenting their defense through oral testimony. This was after rejecting a prosecution application seeking to allow written[Read More…]
Culture Ministry calls for dignified nationwide Martyrs Day observance
By Louis Loku The Minister of Culture, Museums, and National Heritage, Sarah Nyanath Elijah, has called on South Sudanese across the country to observe Martyrs Day on 30 July with dignity, unity, and peaceful remembrance, despite the absence of government funding for official commemorative events this year. In an official[Read More…]
EU reaffirms support for justice reforms in South Sudan
By Lodu William Odiya The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting justice sector reforms and transitional justice in South Sudan, emphasising that accountability, the rule of law, and an independent judiciary are essential for lasting peace, democracy, and the protection of human rights. In his statement during the[Read More…]
President Kiir directs SPLM leaders to safeguard peace ahead of December elections
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed senior leaders of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) to intensify efforts to foster peace, strengthen security, and prepare a conducive environment for the successful conduct of South Sudan’s general elections scheduled for December. In a statement from the presidential[Read More…]
Juba City Council passes the property tax By-law, 2026
By Sabir Dibaco The Juba City Council has successfully passed the Juba City Council Property Tax Bylaw 2026, marking a major milestone in strengthening the legal framework for property taxation and advancing effective local governance. In a statement that was released by the council’s press unit yesterday, the bylaw establishes[Read More…]
Bishop Abba calls for urgent Aid for displaced persons in Kajo-Keji
By Sabri Dibaco The Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Liwolo has issued an urgent humanitarian appeal after renewed armed violence along the South Sudan-Uganda border. The conflict reportedly displaced people, leaving civilians in desperate need of food, shelter, water, and medical assistance. In a public appeal released on Wednesday,[Read More…]
UJOSS calls for media freedom ahead of December elections
By Sabri Dibaco Journalists and media stakeholders in South Sudan have called for media freedom and stronger protection of journalists ahead of the country’s anticipated December 2026 general elections, warning that restrictions on press freedom could undermine the credibility of the electoral process. The call was made during a roundtable[Read More…]
President Kiir inaugurates terminal 3 at Juba International Airport
By Sabri Dibaco President Salva Kiir Mayardit officially inaugurated the new Terminal Three at Juba International Airport. The head of state described the facility as a milestone in South Sudan’s efforts to modernise its aviation sector, strengthen infrastructure, and improve connectivity with the rest of the world. According to a[Read More…]
President Kiir calls for proper projects management
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has urged government officials to ensure the proper management of public projects to avoid unnecessary delays. The head of state made the remarks on Thursday during the inauguration of Terminal 3 at Juba International Airport. In his speech, President Kiir called on officials[Read More…]
Motorists, and commuters decry as fuel prices soar
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudanese motorists and commuters are facing renewed economic hardship following another sharp increase in fuel prices across the country. The surges witnessed petrol now selling for SSP 18,500 per litre in Juba, up from SSP 14,500. In Yambio, the capital of Western Equatoria State, a litre[Read More…]
SPECIAL COURT: Gatwech defends peace efforts, denies charges
By Yiep Joseph The third accused, Gatwech Lam Puoch, in the ongoing Nasir trial involving First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and 7 other accused, has denied allegations against him. He told the court that his actions during the security crisis in Nasir and Ulang Counties were focused on peacebuilding[Read More…]
SPLM launches membership registration drive in Central Equatoria
By Louis Loku The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) Secretariat in Central Equatoria State has officially launched its membership registration exercise. The move is aimed at strengthening the party’s structures and mobilising supporters ahead of the December 2026 general elections. The launch, held in Juba, brought together senior SPLM leaders,[Read More…]
Peacebuilding Undersecretary calls for stronger civil–military relations
By Sabri Dibaco The undersecretary in the National Ministry of Peacebuilding has called for stronger cooperation between civilians and the organised forces, saying rebuilding trust between communities and security personnel is essential for sustaining peace and ensuring credible elections in December. Speaking during a Peace Community Cohesion Project, Pia Phillip[Read More…]
Civil Society Coalition urges BoSS to resolve workers’ Union dispute through dialogue
By Sabri Dibaco The National Civil Society Coalition (NCSC) has called on the leadership of the Bank of South Sudan to engage the bank’s workers’ trade union in dialogue, saying negotiations remain the best way to resolve the ongoing labour dispute. In a statement, the coalition urged the central bank’s[Read More…]
SPLM sets four key priorities as the party prepares for the December 2026 elections
By Yiep Joseph The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) in Central Equatoria State has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening party unity and enhancing grassroots mobilisation. The party aimed to accelerate membership registration as part of preparations for the December 2026 general elections. The resolutions were reached during the Central Equatoria[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should strengthen local producers to fight higher food prices
Rising food prices continue to place enormous pressure on households across South Sudan. For many families, the cost of basic commodities has increased beyond what ordinary incomes can support. While global inflation, climate change, and regional conflicts have contributed to this challenge, South Sudan has an opportunity to address the[Read More…]
POLITICS: In-Opposition party denies endorsing President Kiir
By Louis Loku The In-Opposition party has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging it has endorsed President Salva Kiir Mayardit for the presidency in the forthcoming general election. In a press statement issued on Monday by the IO National Committee for Information and Communication, the party described the claims[Read More…]
Integration of over 1,000 former SPLA-IO defectors begins in Western Equatoria State
By Sabri Dibaco The 1,280 former SPLA-IO defectors began preparation for their integration into the SSPDF, as announced by the governor of Western Equatoria State. Governor Daniel Badagbu describes the move as an important step toward consolidating peace and security in the state and South Sudan at large. Badagbu announced[Read More…]