National

Civil Society, media not enemies-Official

By Kidega Livingstone   South Sudanese government has endorsed the tireless work of civil society organizations and media operators in the country. Suzan Deng, who represented the Ministry of Presidential Affairs said government cannot work without the Civil Society and the media in development of a nation. “All of us[Read More…]

CSOs Validate spotlight report on SDG 16 in South Sudan

By Kidega Livingstone   Civil Society Platform on Peacebuilding and State Building has validated South Sudan’s Sustainable Development Goals 16 as part of the voluntary national review process. The initiative underscores commitment of the CSOs to achieving peace, justice, and strong institutions in alignment with the South Sudan Vision 2040.[Read More…]

Elon Musk’s Starlink, South Sudan gov’t, sign deal

By Philip Buda Ladu   The government of South Sudan has signed an agreement with Starlink Services for a Satellite Landing Rights License, securing reliable and affordable mobile broadband satellite internet connectivity across the country. Starlink is a satellite internet constellation operated by Starlink Services, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of American aerospace company[Read More…]

UNCERTAINTY Soars over 2024 elections

By William Madouk   A cloud of uncertainty hangs over the conduct of general elections in 2024, according to Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission. Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission’s Interim chairperson, Maj-Gen Charles Tai Gituai, is in dilemma over the exercise. Gituai exhibited his doubts openly while speaking[Read More…]

Parliament ratifies Ethiopia-South Sudan Road Financing Agreement

By Philip Buda Ladu   National Assembly has finally ratified the road financing agreement worth $738 million, between the Ethiopia and South Sudan. Before approval, yesterday, the lawmakers discussed the bilateral agreement which was differed twice over absence of concerned ministers. Initially tabled by the Minister of Justice, Ruben Madol,[Read More…]

South Sudan thrives with over 5.8 million wildlife

By William Madouk   First-ever national wildlife census unveiled marveling statistic, calling for conservation strengthening of iconic species grappling of extinction and human-induced threats. President Salva Kiir Mayardit, who declared the wildlife population standing at 5.8 million, said the flora and fauna, equally need preservation to boost tourism. “South Sudan[Read More…]