By Lodu William Odiya The African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has called for a comprehensive transformation of Africa’s agrifood systems to address persistent hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition across the continent. Speaking during the AU-International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) High-Level Convening, Youssouf[Read More…]
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POLITICS: WES SPLM dissolves all party structures ahead of congresses and primaries
By Sabri Dibaco The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) delegation led by Deng Dau Deng has ordered the immediate dissolution of all its party structures across Western Equatoria State to pave the way for upcoming party congresses and primary elections. The directive, issued on November 3, 2026, by Deng Dau[Read More…]
POLITICS: SPLM delegation meets Lobong, assures transparent party primaries
By Yiep Joseph A high-level SPLM delegation led by Cde. Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth has met Caretaker Governor Gen. Louis Lobong Lojore to discuss preparations for the forthcoming party congresses and primary elections. The meeting focused on strengthening party structures, promoting internal democracy and ensuring transparent, peaceful and inclusive electoral processes.[Read More…]
Ikwoto Commissioner takes peace agenda to Kalabong, opens new chapter with Uganda
By Ijoo Bosco From long-awaited roads and classrooms to cross-border security and trade, Ikwoto County Caretaker Commissioner Dominic Onyu Paul is placing development and peaceful coexistence at the centre of his leadership agenda, reaching out to communities at home while strengthening diplomatic ties with neighbouring Uganda. In a significant community[Read More…]
REGIONAL: Government reaffirms commitment to promoting trade facilitation
By Lodu William Odiya The government, through the Ministry of East African Affairs, has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting regional economic integration, improving trade facilitation, and creating opportunities for sustainable economic growth and development. According to a statement that was released by the ministry press unit, Aisha Anihiri, who is[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Juba must learn from Rwanda’s culture of cleanliness
Keeping a city clean is a shared responsibility that requires discipline, respect for the law, and commitment from everyone who lives there. The recent arrest of 17 people in Munuki for allegedly violating municipal sanitation regulations should serve as a wake-up call to residents, business owners and foreign nationals living[Read More…]
Eastern Equatoria Minister pushes for education support beyond Magwi and Torit
By Ijoo Bosco The Eastern Equatoria State Caretaker Minister of Education and Instruction, Ibwaha Lucy Allam, has called on education partners to extend their support programmes beyond Magwi and Torit counties to reach more vulnerable learners across the state. The minister appealed during a courtesy visit by an educational delegation[Read More…]
CLIMATE CHANGE: Calls grow for urgent climate action ahead of COP31
By Lodu William Odiya A group of children in South Sudan have called on their government, world leaders and international partners to take urgent action to address the climate crisis, urging decision-makers to move beyond promises and deliver practical solutions that protect children’s rights and future in a changing climate.[Read More…]
Youth leader in Yambio appeals for support to repair roads
By Ballash Jerome Sakondo A community youth leader in Yambio, Western Equatoria State, John Mbikobayo has called for community support for initiative activities. In an interview with the No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Sunday morning, John called for both state and national leadership of South Sudan to support such[Read More…]
POLITICS: SPLM warns aspirants against changing nomination categories
By Sabri Dibaco The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) leadership has cautioned aspirants in Western Equatoria State against changing their nomination categories or submitting new forms after collecting nomination documents in Juba. The warning was issued by Deng Deng Dau, Chairperson of the SPLM Primaries and Congresses delegation to Western[Read More…]
Ikwoto Commissioner pledges development as Kalabong residents highlight basic needs
By Ijoo Bosco The Caretaker Commissioner of Ikwoto County, Dominic Onyu Paul, has pledged to engage government authorities and development partners to address pressing infrastructure and basic service needs raised by residents of Kalabong Village in Lomuleny Boma. The commitment followed a community engagement meeting held by the commissioner with[Read More…]
NEC delivers first batch of voter registration materials to Central Equatoria
By Louis Loku The National Elections Commission (NEC) has delivered the first batch of voter registration materials to the Central Equatoria State High Elections Committee (SHEC), marking another step in preparations for the country’s upcoming general elections. The handover took place on Monday, when NEC Chairperson Gabriel Bol Deng and[Read More…]
Dr. Riek Machar confirms Regina Kaba as SPLM/A-IO acting chairperson
By Yiep Joseph Former First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar has confirmed Regina Joseph Kaba as Acting Chairperson of the SPLM/A-IO. Machar made the revelation while presenting his case during the 126th session of the ongoing trial involving him and other accused persons before the Special Court. The former first[Read More…]
President Kiir reaffirms commitment to deepening strategic partnership with Russia
By Lodu William Odiya The Caretaker Council of Ministers has reaffirmed the Government of South Sudan’s commitment to strengthening strategic cooperation with the Russian Federation, with the Cabinet endorsing plans to advance bilateral engagement across key sectors, including petroleum, mining, health, agriculture, education, infrastructure and information technology. This came during[Read More…]
President Kiir returns to Juba after Russia-Africa summit
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has returned to Juba following his participation in the Third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, where he called on Russian and international investors to support South Sudan. Kiir arrived in the capital on Saturday morning, October 31, 2026, after attending the high-level gathering aimed[Read More…]
POLITICS: “Nice V8s in Juba, suffering at home,” Napwon challenges Fangak leaders
By Yiep Joseph SPLM official Josephine Napwon Cosmos has challenged government and Fangak leaders to address the suffering of residents facing severe humanitarian hardships. Napwon, Chairperson of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) High-Level Committee for Jonglei State, made the remarks during her visit to Fangak. She arrived to oversee[Read More…]
Juba City Council declares war on corruption as auditor uncovers irregularities
By Yiep Joseph Juba City Council has vowed to intensify its fight against corruption after audits revealed that approximately 50 per cent of its revenue was being lost through financial leakages. Caretaker Mayor Christopher Sarafino Wani Swaka announced the findings during a press conference in Juba, describing the losses as[Read More…]
Eastern Equatoria Education Minister inspects key learning institutions in Torit
By Lodu William Odiya The Caretaker State Minister of General Education and Instruction, Ibwaha Lucy Allam, has conducted a series of courtesy visits to major educational institutions in Torit Municipality to assess ongoing activities, identify challenges, and explore opportunities to strengthen education and skills development. The minister began her visit[Read More…]
CTSAMVM urges parties to ensure accountability for ceasefire violations
By Lodu William Odiya The Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) has urged signatories to the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) to ensure accountability for individuals responsible for verified violations. Speaking during the opening remarks at a CTSAMVM Board[Read More…]
Central Equatoria Council of Ministers approves Finance Memo to strengthen State Revenue
By Louis Loku The Caretaker Council of Ministers of Central Equatoria State has approved, with amendments, a finance ministry memo on the 2026 Operations License Regulations, in a move aimed at strengthening state revenue and improving governance. The decision was made during the Council’s Ordinary Sitting No. 002/2026, chaired by[Read More…]