By Innocent Bidal Emmanuel The newly inaugurated Central Medical Store, erected by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), is set to eliminate recurrent skyrocketing costs of renting private warehouses. Mohamed Abchir, the country’s resident representative for UNDP, said expanding public storage facilities would[Read More…]
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Prosecution asks court to change procedure ahead of Machar’s defence
By Yiep Joseph Prosecutors in the ongoing trial involving former First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar have asked the court to reconsider the procedure used to examine accused persons. The application was filed during the court’s 111th session as proceedings approach a stage for Dr. Riek Machar, who is[Read More…]
300 members of NAS return to government
By Lodu William Odiya 300 members of the National Salvation Front (NAS) have returned to government in what they described as a move toward peace, dialogue, and participation in the country’s political and development process. The return was witnessed on the ground by journalists and other observers, with Brigadier General[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should speed up inter-party dialogue
South Sudan is at a critical moment in its political journey, and the government must take urgent steps to speed up inter-party dialogue. Continued delays in political consultations risk deepening mistrust among political parties and could undermine efforts to achieve lasting peace and stability in the country. Inter-party dialogue is[Read More…]
NATIONTALK: Strengthening security to protect lives in critical times
The recent incident involving a pregnant woman and her sister on their way to a hospital in Juba is a painful reminder of the insecurity that many ordinary citizens continue to face. In the early hours of Sunday morning, at around 4:00 a.m., a pregnant woman experiencing labour pains was[Read More…]
Pomoju Community installs new chiefs in Juba
By Louis Loku Members of Pomoju Boma in Juba have installed new community chiefs to oversee the affairs of their people and strengthen unity, leadership, and cooperation among community members living in the capital, Juba. The new leadership was installed on Saturday, August 22, 2026, during a ceremony held in[Read More…]
Kiir’s Pretoria mission puts election promise under the spotlight
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has travelled to South Africa for high-level talks with President Cyril Ramaphosa. Kiir departed Juba on Sunday for Pretoria as the government intensifies regional diplomatic engagement ahead of the polls. According to the Office of the President, the discussions with Ramaphosa will focus[Read More…]
Ajou urges officials to make public information more accessible
By Yiep Joseph The Media Authority has called for a more direct relationship between government officials and journalists. The body cited that delays in providing information can make it harder for the public to understand government policies and activities. Media Authority Managing Director Ajou Loul Akuei appealed during a media[Read More…]
Interior Minister bans illegal collection of money from EAC citizens
By Louis Loku The Ministry of Interior has directed all police personnel and other organised forces to immediately stop the illegal collection of money from citizens of East African Community (EAC) member states arriving in South Sudan through Juba International Airport and other points of entry. In a notice issued[Read More…]
Governor Lobong explores regional cooperation in Soroti City, Uganda
By Ijoo Bosco The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has concluded an exposure tour of major higher learning institutions in Soroti City aimed at boosting educational cooperation and institutional development. During his tour, Governor Lobong visited Soroti University, Busitema University, and the East African Civil Aviation Academy[Read More…]
President Kiir urges Warrap, WBGs to step up border peace efforts
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…]
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…]