By Sabri Dibaco The Political Parties Council (PPC) has officially endorsed the Election Code of Conduct for all registered political parties in South Sudan. The body also approved the deployment of state and administrative area coordinators as part of efforts to strengthen electoral oversight nationwide. In a press statement issued[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya Civil society activist and executive director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, described the killing of the commissioner of Kapoeta East County as a politically motivated incident. He urged South Sudanese not to blame communities or inflame tensions along the Eastern Equatoria[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) Caucus has disputed claims that the late Kapoeta East County Commissioner was killed in an ambush, calling instead for an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. Addressing the media in Juba on Tuesday, Lawryen Ibon, the chairperson of[Read More…]

By Sabri Dibaco Regional and international partners have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting South Sudan’s constitution-making process, describing it as a crucial step toward lasting peace, democratic governance, and national unity. Speaking during the opening session of the two-day Civic Education and Public Consultation workshop, Victoria Anib Majur, IGAD Head[Read More…]

By Sabri Dibaco Senior government officials, diplomats, and representatives of international organisations have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting South Sudan’s permanent constitution-making process, emphasising the need for inclusivity, civic education, and sustained political commitment. Speaking at the opening of a civic education and public consultation workshop organised by the National[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph Accused No. 3, Gatwech Lam Puoch, a member of Parliament, told the court that he invoked his constitutional parliamentary immunity at the time of his arrest but claims the security officers dismissed it. Suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and several co-accused, including Gatwech, are currently[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The National Electoral Commission (NEC) has announced two major developments aimed at strengthening preparations for upcoming elections, including securing US$6 million for civic and voter education and acquiring a permanent headquarters. During a press briefing at the Commission’s headquarters, NEC Chairperson Abednego Akok said the funding[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph The second accused in the Nasir attack trial, which also involved suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar, on Wednesday petitioned the Special Court to order his release and the return of property allegedly seized during his arrest, arguing that his detention was unlawful. Appearing before the[Read More…]

By Hou Akot Hou Security organs have detained two youths over Dr. Bol Mel’s release. The incident happened on Tuesday on the occasion of the reception of the head of state in Northern Bahr El Gazal state’s capital, Aweil Town. The youth were demanding the release of political detainees, including[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has reaffirmed that South Sudan will hold its long-anticipated general elections in December 2026. The head of state ruled out any extension of the current political transition period. Speaking at a public rally at Freedom Square in Aweil, Northern Bhar el Ghazal State[Read More…]

By Hou Akot Hou The Governor of Warrap State, Bol Wek Agoth, has called on President Salva Kiir Mayardit to intensify efforts to address insecurity in the state. Speaking during President Kiir’s visit to Kuajok on Saturday as part of his tour of the Greater Bahr el Ghazal region, Governor[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph Businessman Mam Pal Dhuor on Monday rejected allegations that he served as an intelligence operative and communication link during the Nasir incident. He told the court that he is a businessman with no role in intelligence activities. Testifying before the court during the 85th session, Pal resumed[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph Suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol told the court on Tuesday that he made efforts to prevent the outbreak of fighting in Nasir before his arrest. Testifying during the 83rd court session, Puot, who is the first accused in the case, said he actively worked to de-escalate[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph and Sabri Dibaco The Political Parties Council (PPC) has announced June 30, 2026, as the final deadline for political parties seeking to participate in South Sudan’s 2026 general elections. In a statutory notice issued on Sunday, the council said that while the registration of political parties remains[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has urged the oil sector stakeholders to maintain stability in the oil fields and continue efforts to increase production. In a statement that was released by the presidential press unit yesterday, the head of state commended the performance of the country’s oil[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph Suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol on Monday asked the court to acquit him and his co-accused, arguing that prosecutors had failed to prove the charges against them beyond a reasonable doubt. Addressing the court during the 82nd hearing session, Puot concluded his defense by maintaining that[Read More…]

By Louis Loku Three senior officials from South Sudan’s National Elections Commission (NEC) have traveled to Russia for advanced electoral training as part of preparations for the country’s anticipated 2026 general elections. The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Juba announced that the training program is fully funded by the[Read More…]