By Louis Loku President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on the governments of Warrap and Western Bahr el Ghazal states to step up joint efforts to resolve a territorial dispute between communities along their shared border. The directive followed a briefing by Warrap Governor Bol Wek Agoth and Western Bahr[Read More…]
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Aweil East farmers seek support as drought threatens crops
By Hou Akot Hou Farmers in Aweil East County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, are appealing for urgent support as prolonged dry conditions threaten crops and livestock across several rural communities. Residents of Malual-baai Payam say poor and irregular rainfall has left crops withering in the fields, raising fears of[Read More…]
CIRDA promotes community resilience through savings groups in Aweil East
By Hou Akot Hou Residents of Warawar Town in Baac Payam, Aweil East County, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, are turning to village savings groups to strengthen household incomes and reduce dependence on humanitarian assistance. The initiative is being implemented by the Christian Initiative for Restoration and Development (CIRDA), with[Read More…]
Committee directs Minister of Finance to clear salaries
By Louis Loku South Sudan’s Ministerial High-Level Committee on Economic Reform has directed the Ministry of Finance and Planning to begin paying salaries owed to civil servants, organised forces, and staff serving in the country’s diplomatic missions abroad. The decision was taken during an extraordinary meeting of the committee in[Read More…]
Kiir presses NEC to close remaining gaps ahead of December 2026 vote
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has pressed the National Elections Commission (NEC) to close outstanding gaps in its preparations as the country moves toward the December 22 general elections. The President made the call on Friday after NEC Chairperson Prof. Abednego Akok Kachuol briefed him on the commission’s[Read More…]
Defense calls for clarity on accused persons’ right to choose advocates
By Yiep Joseph The defense has called on a special court to clarify and protect the constitutional right of the eight accused persons to choose their own advocates. The request was made on Friday during Session 110, which had been scheduled for the examination of the first accused. The defense[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should ensure security along side election preparations
The commencement of voter education and registration is a significant milestone in South Sudan’s journey toward democratic governance. It offers citizens the opportunity to participate in shaping the country’s future through credible and peaceful elections. However, the success of this important process depends largely on one critical factor: security. The[Read More…]
EES government dismisses claims of denied medical care to Ex-Mayor
By Ijoo Bosco The Eastern Equatoria State government has dismissed allegations that former Kapoeta town mayor, Elia Lokuda, was denied medical treatment while in prison custody. State Minister of Information and Communication, Elia John Ahaji, described the reports circulating on social media as false, misleading, and fabricated. The denial follows[Read More…]
Governor Lobong calls for heightened security vigilance in Kapoeta East
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State Governor Gen. Louis Lobong Lojore has directed security authorities in Kapoeta East County to strengthen vigilance and coordination following reports of livestock theft and highway robberies. Governor Lobong received the security briefing during a stopover in Narus while travelling to Soroti City in Uganda,[Read More…]
Aweil East Youth Chairperson restructures youth bodies across 7 payams or sub-counties
BY Hou Akot Hou The Chairperson of Aweil East County in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State has been embarking on restricting the youth body structures across the 7 payams and the municipality of Majok-Yith-Thiou since early this week. In a circular released to the public and seen by this outlet[Read More…]
Rumbek town Mayor directs hotels to restrict unmarried couples, underage
By Yiep Joseph The mayor of Rumbek town, Kuol Mathubier, has directed hotel owners and managers to restrict unmarried couples and children from using their facilities for short stays. In an exclusive interview with No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, the mayor urged hotel operators across Rumbek to comply with the[Read More…]
UN officials assess Ebola preparedness and security situation in Yei
By James Innocent Humanitarian officials have met with the Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, as part of a one-day mission to assess the humanitarian, security, and Ebola preparedness situation in the county. The delegation, led by Rahamathan BalaKrishnan, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General, UN Resident Coordinator[Read More…]
Governor Lobong in Soroti for Ateker Cup of Nations grand final
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State Governor Gen. Louis Lobong Lojore has arrived in Soroti City, Uganda, ahead of the closing ceremony of the Ateker Cup of Nations on 22 August 2026. The tournament, which runs from 16 to 22 August, brings together communities from South Sudan, Uganda, Kenya, and[Read More…]
Police confiscate over 6000 cartons of tramadol, vows to strengthen crackdown
By Hou AKot Hou The Northern Bahr El Ghazal State’s police commissioner has vowed to tackle the issue of illegal drug dealers, especially tramadol and other drugs known as Longo. Addressing the media on Tuesday at Aweil police headquarters, Maj. Gen. Gabriel Guet Padiet said the crackdown has managed to[Read More…]
Governor Adil concludes greater Yei tour, pledges development and peace
By Louis Loku Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has concluded a 12-day working tour of Lainya, Yei, Morobo counties and Wundura Administrative Area, pledging to address challenges raised by communities while calling for peace and greater participation in the December elections. The governor said the tour, undertaken on[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government must 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…]
Court dismisses Machar’s request for video, audio recording
By Yiep Joseph A special court hearing on the trial of suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar has dismissed a request by his defense team to have his statement independently recorded in video and audio under the control of his lawyers. Machar, who is Accused No. 5 in the[Read More…]
EU diplomat questions legality of peace deal amendment
By Louis Loku A European Union diplomat in South Sudan, Lothar Jeschke, has questioned the legality of a recent amendment to the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS), saying the required procedure was not followed. Jeschke said the amendment, which allows the country’s next[Read More…]
Network telecommunication companies raise call, and data tariffs
By Louis Loku Telecommunications companies in South Sudan have increased the cost of calls and data bundles, with the latest adjustment taking effect at midnight on August 17. The increase marks the third and final phase of the Tariff Exchange Rate Adjustment approved by the National Communication Authority (NCA) in[Read More…]
President Kiir honors Veterans, remembers Torit mutiny
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has honoured veterans and paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives and youth in the struggle for the country’s freedom. The head of state paid his tribute as the country commemorated the 71st anniversary of the 1955 Torit Mutiny. In a statement[Read More…]