By Hou Akot Hou   Northern Bahr el Ghazal state governor visited Gakrol payam in Aweil South County on Friday, May 16, the event of the SPLA Anniversary Day to hear first, challenges facing the county. The visit provided Governor Simon Ober Mawut with an opportunity to engage directly with[Read More…]

By James Innocent   One-day meeting aimed at enhancing community-based peace mechanisms was held in Morobo County of Central Equatoria State. Supported by Finn Church Aid (FCA) the meeting brought together over ten representatives from various local peace structures in the county. Participants included members from the Police, religious institutions,[Read More…]

By Staff Writer   A fresh wave of optimism sweeps over Bentiu in Unity State as unique dialogue on youth inclusion in decision-making processes was successfully concluded, last week. This sparks hope for more inclusive governance and decision-making among relevant actors in the state. Organized by the Active Citizen South[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   A recent report by the GCFR on South Sudan’s food security has revealed a staggering estimate of 2.1 million children aged 6 to 59 months suffering from malnutrition between July 2024 and June 2025. The report projects that from April to June 2025, five additional[Read More…]

By No. 1 Citizen and Agencies   Kenyan government has formed a committee headed by pilot Captain Peter Maranga and Fredrick Kabunge from the Ministry of Transport to co-chair an investigation team tasked with reviewing all preliminary accident reports involving Kenyan-registered or -operated aircraft, as submitted by South Sudan and[Read More…]

Manas J. Okony   Celebrations were held in the border town of Pochalla, Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA), with key speakers hailing the 42nd SPLA Day as a reminiscence of hope and unity amidst political and security turmoil in parts of the country. The SPLA day is a public holiday[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   Appearing publicly for the first time since his removal as Kajo-Keji County Commissioner, Christopher Lisi has urged unity and togetherness to mend the social fabric fractured by over five years of conflict in the county. Lisi, a member of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in[Read More…]

By No. 1 Citizen and Vatican News   Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Ambassador Monday Semaya K. Kumba, represented President Salva Kiir Mayardit at the inauguration of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. The solemn inaugural mass took place on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in the historic St. Peter’s[Read More…]

By Hou Akot Hou   A joint peace committee has reviewed blood compensation among two border communities, Dinka Malual of South Sudan and Reizigat of Darfur, Sudan. Dinka Malual Peace Committee secretary, Majok Deng Akuacdit told No.1 Citizen Newspaper that the matter was settled in a meeting on Thursday, last[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   Jonglei State government, in collaboration with International Organization for Migration (IOM has laid strategy to mitigate anticipated seasonal floods. In a meeting on Thursday, Jonglei state governor, Dr. Riek Gai Kok and IOM delegation, discussed a comprehensive strategy for protecting lives, property, and livelihoods from[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   President Salva Kiir Mayardit has urged citizens to embrace unity as tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for liberation of the country. The president, on Friday 16th May, delivered a key message to the nation, commemorating 42nd anniversary of Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLA/M).[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu   South Sudan National Police Service (SSNPS) on Thursday announced reappointment of Maj. Gen. James Monday Enoka as its spokesperson. The return of Maj. Gen. Monday brings a significant shift in the force’s public communication strategy. The announcement came as part of a minor reshuffle of[Read More…]

By Philip Buda Ladu   President Salva Kiir Mayardit has commended the people of Lakes State and their governor for maintaining peace and stability. According to a statement released from the President’s office, Lakes State governor, Riny Tueny Mabor had early this week, briefed the president on the state of[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   President Salva Kiir Mayardit has urged the Minister of Justice, Constitutional Affairs, and Development, to prioritize establishing a strong and comprehensive legal framework for the country. The president made this call in a meeting with Dr. Wek Mamer Kuol at the state house in Juba,[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   Fear has gripped residents of Songoma Clan in Bereka Boma, Lainya County, following an attack by cattle herders, suspected from Mundari. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, resulted in the death of a resident identified as Valentino Malish and theft of[Read More…]

By Nakwam Rose   Vice President for Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel and minister of agriculture, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol discussed means to improve agricultural sector in South Sudan. The meeting, on Wednesday, 14th of May, also attended by Deputy Minister, Lily Albino Akol, centered on initiating presidential directives to[Read More…]

By Kei Emmanuel Duku   Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has refuted social media rumor on death of President Salva Kiir Mayardit, labeling it as false. “The President is alive and in good health,”, the ministry assured the world in a statement to diffuse the rumour. Kenyan blogger[Read More…]