By Chol D. Johnson The Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) authorities have condemned the killing of two people and the theft of more than 300 cattle by suspected criminals. In an exclusive interview with No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, GPAA Minister of Information Jacob Werchum Juok urged Eastern Equatoria State[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya The governor of Western Equatoria State has called on youth, women, and the business community in Yambio to uphold peace and stability. He added that unity remains essential for development in the state. The governor made the remarks on Monday during an engagement visit to Masia[Read More…]

By Louis Laku. The governor of Central Equatoria State (CES), Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has directed the commissioner of Lainya County to strengthen mobilisation ahead of the December elections. The governor made the directives after being briefed by Huda Micha Laila, the commissioner of Lainya County. According to the statement from[Read More…]

By Sabri Dibaco The minister of foreign affairs and international cooperation of South Sudan, Monday Semaya Kumba, received the Ugandan minister for foreign affairs for regional cooperation, John Mulimba, at his office in Juba after his arrival on Monday. In a press release from the office of the minister of[Read More…]

By Sabri Dibaco Russia has called on the United Nations Security Council to prioritise practical support for South Sudan rather than criticism as divisions deepen among global powers over the country’s peace process ahead of the planned election in December. In a press statement, Anna Evstigneeva, Russia’s Deputy Permanent Representative[Read More…]

By Chol D. Johnson The Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) has dismissed social media reports alleging internal fighting within the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) in Pibor. The claims suggested that SSPDF soldiers who fled recent fighting in Akobo after the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO) recaptured the[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph The Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) has called on the revitalised transitional government of national unity to adhere to the provisions of the peace agreement strictly. The peace monitors made the call as the revitalised agreement on the resolution of the conflict in South Sudan[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph A digital forensic expert has further clarified his qualifications in handling the high-profile case involving suspended First Vice President Riek Machar Teny and other co-accused During the 70th court session, Ratlhogo Peter Calvin elaborated on his professional background under re-examination by the prosecution. The South African expert[Read More…]

By Yien Gattuor Mead  A 13-year-old girl has died after being struck by a truck belonging to a construction company in Mirmir Payam, Koch County, Unity State. The incident occurred on Friday, and the driver was later arrested after attempting to flee the scene. The traffic police director of highways[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed authorities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State to remove roadblocks that hindered the movement of goods. This directive is in a bid to ease the rising cost of living, as the state grapples with mounting pressure from refugees and returnees[Read More…]

By Louis laku A civil society activist has called for electoral reforms as the country heads for the December 2026 elections, as endorsed by the Cabinet. Speaking to the media, the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, has called on the National Election Commission[Read More…]

By James Innocent Communities in Yei River County of Central Equatoria State have called on the National Ministry of Energy and Dams to provide clarity on the implementation timeline of a long-promised electricity project supported by the World Bank. The residents raised the concern over delays despite earlier assurances. Residents[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph The governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has called for peace, unity, and increased agricultural production as key priorities for development. The governor made the remarks on Saturday while attending the Buya (Lariim) community’s traditional Ngitamo age-set ceremony. Lobong’s participation in symbolic rituals, including the[Read More…]

By Yiep Joseph UNMISS Chief Anita Kiki Gbeho has called on South Sudan’s leaders to embrace peace as the country approaches its 15th independence anniversary. Gbeho, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), made the call while addressing the UN[Read More…]

By Sabri Dibaco Presidential Envoy Adut Kiir has held a consultative meeting with local communities in Yirol, with the aim of strengthening engagement with grassroots leaders and addressing critical development challenges. The meeting brought together a wide range of stakeholders, including traditional leaders, youth representatives, women’s groups, and community officials.[Read More…]

By Yien Gattuor Mead The dusty roads leading into Bentiu came alive with movement as a long convoy of more than 30 trucks rolled steadily into the Unity State capital. The trucks carry food supplies, hence a renewed sense of hope. For many residents, the sight was more than logistical;[Read More…]

By Yien Gattuor Mead Authorities in Koch County have arrested a businessman identified as War Diu in Rubkona County, Unity State. An official said the arrest occurred on Tuesday morning at approximately 6:20 a.m. Speaking to No.1 Citizens Daily Newspaper, Gatkuoth Biel confirmed the arrest of his relative, alleging that[Read More…]

By James Innocent Officials from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) have visited Yei River County and begun efforts to restore Radio Miraya FM. This key public broadcaster went off air following the mission’s withdrawal from its local base. During a meeting with the County Commissioner, Samuel Henry[Read More…]