By Alan Clement Central Bank Governor Johnny Ohisa Damian has on Wednesday defended South Sudan’s monetary policy before lawmakers, amid rising concerns over liquidity shortages disrupting commercial banks and the wider economy. In a Bank of South Sudan statement, Governor Ohisa appeared before the Finance and Planning Committee of the[Read More…]
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Health Minister Calls for Government-Led Strategy to Tackle Health Challenges
By Chol D. Johnson Sarah Cleto Rial, National Minister of Health, has called for an urgent and comprehensive government-led strategy to address critical health challenges facing South Sudan. In a statement issued Thursday by the Ministry’s press unit, Cleto stressed the need for stronger government leadership to confront persistent problems[Read More…]
WARNING :No Political Interference in Dr. Machar’s Case
By Yiep Joseph and Lodu William Odiya The government of South Sudan has reaffirmed that only the special court in Juba has the mandate to determine the case of suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused. Dr. Machar and the seven others face charges including murder, conspiracy,[Read More…]
Diplomatic missions call on gov’t to take action to end escalating conflict
By Alan Clement A disturbing pattern of targeted killings against humanitarian workers has emerged across South Sudan, prompting sharp condemnation from international partners and raising urgent questions about the safety of aid delivery in one of the world’s most fragile states. In a joint statement from eight diplomatic missions including[Read More…]
CTSAMVM Urges Parties to Recommit to South Sudan Ceasefire
By Chol D. Johnson The Chairperson of the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM), Teshome Anagawe Ayana, has urged all signatory parties and security mechanisms to recommit to the Permanent Ceasefire in South Sudan. Speaking during the CTSAMVM Technical Committee meeting on Thursday in Juba, Anagawe[Read More…]
ICT Ministry vows to ensure effective operation of Cyber crime Act
By Lodu William Odiya The Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and Postal service has vowed to ensure effective operationalization of the Cybercrime and computer misuse Act 2026 in order to safeguard individuals from cyber threats. Ateny’s remark followed the signing of the bill into Law by President Salva Kiir Mayardit[Read More…]
South Sudan analyst warns of ‘suicide’ mission ahead of December 2026 Polls
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A leading South Sudanese analyst has issued a chilling warning regarding the country’s electoral path, suggesting that the current climate of violence turns participation in the December 2026 polls into a near-certain “suicide mission.” In a stark assessment of the security landscape, an analyst—whom we have[Read More…]
South Sudan, Egypt to strengthens bilateral coordination for 20th Nile Basin celebration
By Chol D. Johnson South Sudan and Arab Republic of Egypt have reaffirmed commitment in strengthening bilateral coordination and advancing preparations for the upcoming 20th Nile Day Regional Celebration. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Press Unit on Tuesday, Monday Semaya Kumba, the minister of Foreign[Read More…]
KIIR : Signs Cybercrime, other Bills
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has signed into law Cyber Crime and Computer Misuse Act 2026 among other Bills. In a statement released by the presidential press unit on Wednesday, the Bills includes CyberCrime and Computer Misuse Act 2026, Southern Sudan Audit Chamber Act, 2011 (Amendment) Act,[Read More…]
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has ordered the Sudan People Liberation Movement’s Secretariat to undertake a comprehensive audit and evaluation of all the party’s assets, investments, and related companies both at home and abroad. According to a statement that was released by Presidential press unit yesterday, president[Read More…]
Health Ministry, Partners assess HSTTP warehouse in Juba County
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Ministry of health and the partners team has officially assessed the Health Sector Transformation Project (HSTP) in Gumbo boma, Rajaf Payam in Juba County of Central Equatoria state. In a statement issued Monday by the ministry of health Press Unit yesterday, the ministry and the[Read More…]
South Sudan Signs Strategic Transport Deal for Regional Integration
By Alan Clement South Sudan has joined Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Uganda in launching the Djibouti-Ethiopia-South Sudan-Uganda (DESSU) Corridor Authority, a landmark initiative to boost East African trade, logistics, and regional connectivity. The agreement was signed by South Sudan’s Minister of Transport, Rizik Zakaria Hassan, accompanied by Undersecretary Paul Dhel Gum,[Read More…]
Juba City Council Launches Road Rehabilitation Drive, Urges Public Cooperation
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Mayor of Juba City Council, Christopher Sarafino Wani, has called on pedestrians and motorists to cooperate with contractors as the city embarks on an extensive road rehabilitation initiative. In a statement issued Tuesday by the Central Equatoria State Governor’s Press Unit, the mayor urged citizens[Read More…]
Drugs shortage hit Lainya County health facilities
By Sarah Kiko Health authorities and medical workers in Lainya County of Central Equatoria State have raised alarm over a severe shortage of essential medicines and basic medical supplies. They warned that the crisis is pushing vulnerable communities, especially pregnant women and children, into life-threatening situations. Speaking in an interview,[Read More…]
Cattle Tax Clash: South Sudan Leaders’ Personal Herds Could Block New Proposed Revenue Law
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A high-stakes legislative battle is brewing in South Sudan as a new proposed revenue law seeking to tax livestock transit faces a formidable obstacle: a political elite who own the very herds the law intends to regulate. During the hearing for the 2025/2026 National Budget in[Read More…]
South Sudan Advances Cross-Sector Disease Control Under One Health Policy
By Alan Clement South Sudan has formally advanced a One Health strategy aimed at preventing zoonotic disease spillover, as national authorities and United Nations agencies launched a coordinated dry-season livestock vaccination campaign in Dijere cattle camp. The initiative brought together the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, the World Health Organization[Read More…]
DIALOGUE: Kiir opens room for opposition groups
By Kei Emmanuel Duku and Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit has reassured African leaders that his government remains committed to dialogue with opposition groups. According to a statement obtained from the Presidential Press Unit, President Kiir made the remarks during a C5 meeting held in Ethiopia, where leaders deliberated[Read More…]
Kuajok Town Council Detains Two Suspects Over Break-In Allegations
By Hou Akot Hou Authorities in Kuajok Town Council have detained two suspects accused of burglary following a break-in that unfolded on Thursday night. The duo are being held over the break-in charges. Atek Lual Achuil, the Town Mayor of Kuajok, told Mayardit FM on Thursday that the two suspects[Read More…]
Financing Reform at AU Level Raises Stakes for Debt-Burdened South Sudan
By Alan Clement The African Union has intensified calls for sweeping financing reforms and stricter expenditure control, as fragile economies such as South Sudan struggle under mounting fiscal pressure that threatens to undermine Africa’s broader integration ambitions. Addressing the 48th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council, AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud[Read More…]
SUMMIT : AU to discuss South Sudan crisis
By Alan Clement President Salva Kiir Mayardit is set to engage regional leaders on South Sudan’s fragile security and political climate as the C5 Plus bloc meets during the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa. According to the Presidency, the high-level engagement will focus on reviewing the “current security[Read More…]