By Kei Emmanuel Duku Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) pins uncertainty of credible, free and fair elections in South Sudan on lack legal framework and resources. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the civil society organization said that there is a need to strengthen institutions responsible for creating suitable[Read More…]
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President Kiir Congratulates Pope Leo XIV, recalls predecessor’s legacy
By Philip Buda Ladu President Salva Kiir Mayardit has congratulated Cardinal Robert Prevost on his election as Pope Leo XIV, the first US-born pontiff. In a message released on May 9th, 2025, President Kiir addressed his congratulations to “His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, Vatican City,” expressing the sentiments[Read More…]
SPLM to probe Secretariat fire outbreak
By Philip Buda Ladu Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), has launched an investigation into the fire that gutted the party’s national secretariat, in Juba. The incident that happened on Saturday afternoon, left a trail of destruction, prompting the party to opt for an immediate investigation. Eyewitnesses reported seeing dark[Read More…]
Northern Bahr El Gazal repatriates over 1000 returnees
By Hou Akot Hou Northern Bahr El Gazal state government has transported over 1000 returnees who settled in Abyei, after fleeing fighting that erupted in Sudan. Majority among the huge influx of the returnees, hail from Aweil. Spokesperson Aweil Association in Abyei, Tong Kuot Tong said Northern bahr El[Read More…]
Attacks cripple South Sudan oil export
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s oil export is at risk after fortnight of resumption, as drone strikes hit Port Sudan facilities. Spiraling drone attacks on Port Sudan has plunged Sudan’s vital coastal city into chaos, disrupting critical oil transportation systems and supporting facilities. The attacks, which intensified in[Read More…]
Protecting South Sudan’s rich biodiversity: Key takeaways from the 6th Global Conference on Biodiversity Finance
By Garang Garang Adim, Recently, South Sudan took a significant step on the global stage by participating in the 6th Global Conference on Biodiversity Finance in Santiago, Chile. Supported by UNDP South Sudan, the Ministry of Environment proudly represented our young nation amidst delegates from 133 countries. This event[Read More…]
No funds without reform: IMF denial highlights South Sudan’s accountability crisis.
By Kuir Mayen Kuir April 29, 2025, News reaching Juba once again dimmed hopes for economic recovery. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has denied South Sudan access to additional loans, citing persistent corruption, misuse of previous funds, and general noncompliance with financial governance frameworks. This recent rejection marks another[Read More…]
Crimes and Killings in Juba; Gov’t must take action
By Benjami Ajuong Machiek Malek The heart of South Sudan’s city Juba, is becoming a frightening place for its residents. Once a hopeful city, Juba is now experiencing alarming levels of crime, including what many are calling “silent killings.” This is a term used to describe the rise in[Read More…]
Kator FC’s Peter, scoops Coach of the Month Award
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Nicola Peter Orat of Kator FC has been recognized as Coach of the Month for a period spanning from March 27th to April 28th, that saw him guide his team to top of the South Sudan Premier League. Honoring Peter also coincides with his striker,[Read More…]
South Sudan Surpasses Uganda in Press Freedom Ranking
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Reporters Without Borders’ rating reveals a noteworthy development in East Africa’s media landscape. South Sudan, for the first time, outranked Uganda in the annual World Press Freedom Index. The report, released to mark World Press Freedom Day, highlights a complex situation, with improvements in some[Read More…]
Single mother takes mechanic job to vent economic crises
Story by James innocent To push out tough moments from life, a woman, mother of five, turns to motorcycle repairing to withstand prevailing economic hardship in the country. Hustling in Yei River County town, Central Equatoria state, Dawa Esther Johnson, a mother of five children, embarks on tough fight[Read More…]
Central Equatoria State calls for calm over land dispute in Munuki
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Central Equatoria State government has called for calm over St. Stephen’s Parish Church dispute that result to stoning of some priests in Munuki Block on Thursday. According to a statement, Central Equatoria state minister for cabinet Affairs, Lupai Satimon urged the people involved in riots[Read More…]
Youth surrender 8 weapons
By Hou Akot Hou Youth in Tonj East County of Warrap state have surrendered 8 weapons that they seized from the South Sudan People Defense Forces. SSPDF personnel on 1st May, fell into armed youth ambush at Ngap-Agop payam in Tonj East and were disarmed. The youth returned the[Read More…]
International Quartet urges South Sudan leaders to end hostilities, resume dialogue
By Philip Buda Ladu Quartet has issued a strong statement expressing their increasing concern over the rapidly deteriorating political and security situation across South Sudan. Quartet is a collective reference to African Union Mission in South Sudan (AUMISS), the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the United Nations Mission[Read More…]
Anyanya-I veteran dies at 87
By Manas James Okony Born around 1938 in Akobo in Jonglei state, Gen. Stephen Ogut, a prominent figure in the struggle for South Sudan’s independence has breathed his last. Gen. Stephen Ogut passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Juba’s Nile King Hospital. Ogut, a son of a[Read More…]
UN Security Council extends UNMISS mandate by a year
By Philip Buda Ladu The United Nations Security Council has voted to extend the mandate of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) for another year, as concerns mount over escalating political and security crisis in the world’s youngest nation. Adopted on Thursday, the resolution 2779 (2025), introduced[Read More…]
Peace Committee endorses SPLM-IO Interim Leadership
By Philip Buda Ladu High-level Standing Committee (HLSC), tasked with overseeing the implementation of South Sudan’s 2018 revitalized peace agreement, has officially recognized Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) interim leadership. This endorsement comes after the Minister of Peace Building, Stephen Par Kuol, declared himself interim chairperson in[Read More…]
Revamp Education, Transport sectors-Kiir urges new ministers
By Philip Buda Ladu President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called upon newly sworn-in government ministers to revive education and transport sectors. The president urges the two ministers to inject fresh momentum into crucial sectors of South Sudan’s development, focusing particularly on higher education and transport logistics. During a swearing-in[Read More…]
Pope Leo XIV: ‘A shepherd for a troubled world’
Vatican News Archbishop Timothy Broglio, President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, expresses joy and gratitude following the election of Pope Leo XIV. Speaking to Vatican News shortly after the announcement of the election of Pope Leo XIV from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica, Archbishop Broglio, President of[Read More…]
Cleaning Our Streets, Greening Our City: The Power of Plastic-Free Choices
By Garang Garang Adim Juba, a city pulsating with life and ambition, faces a silent threat lurking in its vibrant streets and bustling markets: plastic pollution. The colourful wrappers, discarded bottles, and fragmented bags that litter our surroundings are more than just unsightly debris. They represent a growing crisis,[Read More…]