Writer: Eng. Maker Mangol Acien Yuol The construction industry in Juba riskily accommodates experienced labourers but not qualified engineers, including those from East African countries. A critical investigation of most of the concrete structures in Juba shows they are built without soil investigations, survey work, blueprints, or designed artwork. Others[Read More…]
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Peacebuilding Undersecretary calls for stronger civil–military relations
By Sabri Dibaco The undersecretary in the National Ministry of Peacebuilding has called for stronger cooperation between civilians and the organised forces, saying rebuilding trust between communities and security personnel is essential for sustaining peace and ensuring credible elections in December. Speaking during a Peace Community Cohesion Project, Pia Phillip[Read More…]
Deputy Governor urges security forces to protect civilians
By Sabri Dibaco The Deputy Governor of Western Equatoria State, Justin Joseph Marona, has called on all organised forces in the state to uphold their constitutional mandate by protecting civilians and their property, warning security personnel against committing violence against the people they are sworn to serve. Speaking on Monday[Read More…]
Civil Society Coalition urges BoSS to resolve workers’ Union dispute through dialogue
By Sabri Dibaco The National Civil Society Coalition (NCSC) has called on the leadership of the Bank of South Sudan to engage the bank’s workers’ trade union in dialogue, saying negotiations remain the best way to resolve the ongoing labour dispute. In a statement, the coalition urged the central bank’s[Read More…]
SPLM sets four key priorities as the party prepares for the December 2026 elections
By Yiep Joseph The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) in Central Equatoria State has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening party unity and enhancing grassroots mobilisation. The party aimed to accelerate membership registration as part of preparations for the December 2026 general elections. The resolutions were reached during the Central Equatoria[Read More…]
20 traditional chiefs and local administrators begin peacebuilding training in Yei
By James Innocent 20 traditional chiefs and local government administrators from Yei Town Payam have begun a three-day training on nonviolence and conflict resolution aimed at strengthening local peacebuilding efforts and promoting peaceful coexistence in Yei River County. The program brings together 20 representatives of traditional leadership and local government[Read More…]
Aweil East youth launch 15 days of patriotism for general cleaning
By Hou Akot Hou The youth executive body in Aweil East County in South Sudan’s Northern Bahr El Gazal State has launched what it dubbed “15 Days of Patriotism,” which began early this week in the main towns of Aweil East County such as Wanyjok Town. Speaking in an exclusive[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Government should strengthen local producers to fight higher food prices
Rising food prices continue to place enormous pressure on households across South Sudan. For many families, the cost of basic commodities has increased beyond what ordinary incomes can support. While global inflation, climate change, and regional conflicts have contributed to this challenge, South Sudan has an opportunity to address the[Read More…]
As fuel prices fly high, the government has work to do to rescue citizens
The continued rise in fuel prices is pushing millions of South Sudanese deeper into economic hardship. With a litre of petrol now selling at around SSP 18,500, many families are finding it increasingly difficult to afford transportation, food, and other necessities. Fuel is at the heart of the economy, and[Read More…]
POLITICS: In-Opposition party denies endorsing President Kiir
By Louis Loku The In-Opposition party has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging it has endorsed President Salva Kiir Mayardit for the presidency in the forthcoming general election. In a press statement issued on Monday by the IO National Committee for Information and Communication, the party described the claims[Read More…]
Integration of over 1,000 former SPLA-IO defectors begins in Western Equatoria State
By Sabri Dibaco The 1,280 former SPLA-IO defectors began preparation for their integration into the SSPDF, as announced by the governor of Western Equatoria State. Governor Daniel Badagbu describes the move as an important step toward consolidating peace and security in the state and South Sudan at large. Badagbu announced[Read More…]
OPINION: Tonj elites are part of insecurity in Greater Tonj
Writer: Tong Akok Anei It is heartbreaking and deeply concerning how Greater Tonj is butchering itself, but the first challenge is that we failed to point out the real contributing factor that ignites the situation in Tonj amid our cries and yearning for stability. This gave someone like me the[Read More…]
Lack of a functional ambulance in Duk County puts lives at risk, official
By Louis Loku Health authorities in Duk County of Jonglei State have made an urgent appeal for a functional ambulance. The official warned that the breakdown of the county’s only emergency vehicle is delaying life-saving referrals and placing critically ill patients in grave danger. Speaking on Sunday, Duk County Health[Read More…]
Kanjoro Bridge’s financial and material resources mobilisation drive kicks off
By James Innocent The Chairperson of the Kanjoro Bridge Construction Committee, Johnson Poru Hillary, has said the committee is intensifying efforts to mobilise financial and material resources. This is ahead of the official launch of the Kanjoro Bridge construction project scheduled for later this month. Speaking after a meeting with[Read More…]
New education program to benefit 1,000 out-of-school adults in Wau
By Deng Athian A new education and skills development program is creating opportunities for learning, employment, and self-reliance for 1,000 out-of-school adults and youth in Wau. The initiative aims to equip vulnerable adults and young people with literacy, technical skills, psychosocial support, and entrepreneurship opportunities to help them improve their[Read More…]
Central Bank staff resume strike after Governor dissolves workers’ union
By Sabri Dibaco Employees of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) resumed their strike after Governor Johnny Ohisa Damian issued an administrative order dissolving the Bank of South Sudan Workers Trade Union (BoSSWTU). After the dissolution of the pressure body, many of the staff at the bank resumed their peaceful[Read More…]
Imagine Academy athletes sweep top honors at Juba peace marathon
By Samir Dibaco Imagine Academy athletes swept the top honours at the “Run for Peace and Development” marathon. The event, which occurred in Juba on Sunday, saw Paul Lokoro win the 5-kilometre race in 17 minutes and 30 seconds and Rose Nakang claim the women’s title after crossing the finish[Read More…]
Yei authorities launch investigation into the killing of three civilians
By James Innocent Authorities in Yei River County have condemned the killing of three civilians along the Yei–Maridi road and say security agencies have launched investigations to identify those responsible. Yei River County Commissioner Samuel Henry Malimbo said the County Security Committee met following the incidents, which occurred in Kirikwa,[Read More…]
Two suspects arrested over ambush on the vehicle of Governor Lobong’s advisor
By Louis Loku Security forces in Eastern Equatoria State have arrested two suspects in connection with the ambush on a government advisor’s vehicle. The incident occurred on the evening of July 10 in Hiyala Payam, according to state authorities. According to the state government, the operation was carried out by[Read More…]
Windle Trust distributes scholastic materials to learners in Aweil North County
By Hou Akot Hou Children in Basic learning institutions in Aweil North County have begun receiving scholastic materials such as exercise books, pens and pencils including bags early last week in Wath-Thok primary school in Aweil North county in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state. Wath-Thok Primary School teacher Mr. Akec[Read More…]