By Louis Loku Western Equatoria State Governor Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa has directed the deployment of additional police officers to Yambio, Masia, and Pozuo open markets to strengthen security and protect shops, traders, and the wider business community. The governor issued the directive after visiting the markets on Tuesday, accompanied by[Read More…]
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Over 30 South Sudanese refugees arrested after riots at Imvepi Settlement
By Louis Loku Ugandan police have arrested 37 South Sudanese refugees following violent protests at the Imvepi Refugee Settlement in north-western Uganda that left two refugees dead and two police officers injured, authorities said Wednesday. The unrest reportedly erupted after a candidate contesting for a position on the Refugee Welfare[Read More…]
Dr. Machar defense, prosecution differ over counsel and defense procedure
By Yiep Joseph The Special Court on the Incident of Nasir heard competing arguments from the prosecution and defense over how Dr. Riek Machar and his co-accused should present their defense and exercise their right to legal representation. The issue came before the court during its 112th session, after the[Read More…]
Thony peace conference ends with ceasefire agreement in Tonj South
By Louis Loku A two-day peace conference held in Thony Community has concluded with participants agreeing to a ceasefire and renewed commitment to reconciliation following recent communal conflicts in Tonj South County. The conference was organised as part of ongoing peace efforts by the Local Community Chiefs Committee on Peace[Read More…]
More than 7.8 million people face acute food insecurity in South Sudan, WFP warns
By Lodu William Odiya The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that more than 7.8 million people are facing acute food insecurity in South Sudan, as humanitarian needs continue to rise and resources for assistance remain severely stretched. The warning comes as Japan provides JPY 350 million, approximately US$2.2 million,[Read More…]
Water crisis hits Kapoeta hard as residents dig 6 meters into riverbed to get water
By Innocent Bidal Emmanuel The Eastern Equatoria Civil Society Network (EECSN) has called for emergency water supplies, borehole drilling, improved sanitation, and an urgent health assessment in Lokorumor, a rapidly growing mining settlement in Natinga Payam, Kapoeta East County. In a statement that was released by the civil society groups,[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…]
WFP funding cuts could turn hunger into another crisis in South Sudan
The warning from the World Food Programme that food assistance could be cut for refugees and internally displaced people in South Sudan should concern every citizen, particularly the government, humanitarian agencies, and international partners. WFP says that without urgent funding, food assistance for about 240,000 of the most vulnerable refugees[Read More…]
SSPDF soldier arrested after killing officer in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang Authorities in Lakes State have arrested a South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) soldier accused of killing a superior officer in the Kuel-Kuac area of Wulu County’s Bargel Payam. Lt. Col. Elijah Mabor Makuac, the state police spokesperson, said the incident involved two SSPDF personnel, a[Read More…]
Badingilo National Park graduates 50 rangers after intensive training
By Louis Loku Badingilo National Park has graduated 50 wildlife rangers after completing two months of intensive training, with the chief park warden and Mangala Payam director calling for stronger wildlife protection, professionalism, community cooperation, and development support for indigenous communities surrounding the park. During the graduation ceremony, Chief Park[Read More…]
RRC bans sale of humanitarian aid, warns NGOs against operating without state approval
By Hou Akot Hou The Northern Bahr el Ghazal State Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) acting chairperson has warned members of the public against selling humanitarian assistance intended for vulnerable communities, saying those found engaging in the practice will be held accountable. Gabriel Bol Dut said the warning follows reports[Read More…]
Immigration Director halts foreign credentials document search operations
By Yiep Joseph South Sudan has put on hold an operation aimed at checking the credentials and immigration documents of foreign nationals, pending wider coordination with security and diplomatic authorities. The Director General of the Directorate of Civil Registry, Nationality, Passport, and Immigration, Lt. Gen. Achol Cyier Rehan, ordered the[Read More…]
EU and European Embassies condemn deadly attack on UNMISS patrol in Jonglei
By Louis Loku The European Union Delegation to the Republic of South Sudan, together with the Embassies of Germany, France, and the Netherlands, has strongly condemned the deadly attack on a United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) patrol in Jonglei State. In a statement, the European representatives described the[Read More…]
Lakes Governor swears in new cabinet, commissioners and commission members
By Yang Ater Yang Lakes State Governor Gen. Madhang Majok Meen has sworn in newly appointed cabinet members, county commissioners, and members of independent commissions, urging them to prioritise service delivery, security, and the interests of citizens. The officials took their oaths of office on Monday following their appointment to[Read More…]
CTSAMVM urges parties to refrain from abductions, forced recruitment
By Lodu William Odiya The Ceasefire & Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring & Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) has urged all parties to the R-ARCSS to refrain from abductions, forced recruitment, and attacks against civilians. These followed deteriorating reports of abductions and alleged forced recruitment in Bongolo, Loso, and Lanyi, which contributed to[Read More…]
NATIONTALK: Let UNMISS serve the people of South Sudan
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) continues to play an important role in supporting peace, protecting civilians, and assisting vulnerable communities across the country. Through humanitarian and peacebuilding efforts, UNMISS and its partners have continued to reach people affected by conflict, displacement, poverty, and other emergencies. Unfortunately, the[Read More…]
Two UNMISS peacekeepers killed in road ambush
By Lodu William Odiya At least two United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) peacekeepers have been killed in an ambush, while 7 were injured by unidentified armed individuals while patrolling to Pajut in Jonglei State. According to a statement from UNMISS on Monday, 3 peacekeepers, 2 South Sudan National[Read More…]
Over 50 women conclude 2-day peace conference in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang At least 60 women from four counties in Lakes State have concluded a two-day conference in Rumbek aimed at strengthening women’s leadership, peacebuilding, resilience, and inclusion in their communities. The conference brought together women from Rumbek North, Rumbek Centre, Rumbek East, and Cueibet counties under the[Read More…]
SPLM-IO dismisses reports that interim leader escapes Juba
By Innocent Bidal Emmanuel The SPLM-IO National Committee for Information and Communication has dismissed reports circulating on social media and through some local media outlets claiming that the party’s Interim Chairman, Cde. Amb. Stephen Par Kuol, fled Juba for Uganda because of the prevailing political situation in the capital. In[Read More…]
Sports Minister bans fans from possessing weapons during games
By Lodu William Odiya Central Equatoria State Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sports, Bush Buse, has temporarily banned community tournaments in Juba City following a weekend incident in Bahr El Ghazal Counties’ League in a game between Cueibet and Twic Counties. During the tournament, angry youth from Cueibet attacked Twic[Read More…]