By Charles K Mark   Sudan Liberation Movement-In Opposition (SPLM–IO) has dismissed claims that more than 150 of their loyal members have defected to their main rivals, the SPLM IG. Chaguor Ater Bol, a member of parliament representing the SPLM-IO in Tonj of Warrap State, addressed the media on Tuesday[Read More…]

By Kidega Livingstone   Union of Journalists in South Sudan (UJOSS) has called on the government to write a condolence to the family of British-American journalist Christopher Allen. UJOSS commended the efforts of the Unity government in investigating the circumstances surrounding Allen’s killing on August 26th, 2017, in Kaya town,[Read More…]

By staff writer & Agencies   A High Court in Mombasa, Kenya has suspended collection of $350 Electronic Cargo Tracking Notes charges levied by the government of South Sudan. “Conservatory order is hereby issued staying the implementation of the decision,” a court order seen by this outlet indicates. The court[Read More…]

By William Madouk   Sudan People’s Liberation Movement In-Opposition (SPLM-IO) echoed that Dr. Riek Machar is still restricted in Juba and cannot travel freely. Dr. Machar returned in 2019, after signing of the 2018 peace deal and he has since been stuck in the capital, Juba. SPLM-IO party interim Secretary-General,[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   Following a recent drop in dollar rate against South Sudanese pound, the business community has directed all traders to lower commodity prices immediately or face measures. Commodity prices in the market have drastically risen in the past two weeks as a result of the fluctuating[Read More…]

By Kidega Livingstone   South Sudan’s main opposition camp, Sudan’s People Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO), has added its voice to object to the high registration fees imposed on parties by the political parties’ council. The Political Parties Council imposed the registration fees for the political parties’ registration at fifty[Read More…]

By Dogga Luwo Go’do   In the latest weather forecast, moderate rainfall is expected in several parts of South Sudan, particularly in the southern regions in the next seven days. However, dry conditions are anticipated in the far northeastern part, specifically in northern Upper Nile State. According to the South[Read More…]

By Deng Athian   National Minister of Road and Bridges Simon Mijok Mijak has urged citizens not to solely blame the Bank of South Sudan for the country’s economic problems. Instead, he urged everyone to focus on improving food production as a means to boost the economy. Speaking during the[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   Easter festivity has witnessed a significant appreciation of the South Sudanese Pound (SSP) against the United States Dollar, sparking hope among citizens for a decrease in commodity prices. However, the prospect of this drop appears uncertain and elusive. Over the past few weeks, the local[Read More…]

By William Madouk   A former leader of Cobra faction, General David Yau Yau, has quit Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM-IG) under President Salva Kiir Mayardit and joined the SPLM-IO, allied to Dr. Riek Machar. Gen. Yau Yau and 20 other members from Northern Bahr el Ghazal State were welcomed[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   In his Easter message, His Grace, Stephen Cardinal Ameyu Martin Mulla has called for unity among citizens to overcome the economic meltdown. He acknowledged the hardships experienced by families, businesses, and individuals whose dreams have been shattered during these difficult times. “The economic crisis has[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   On Saturday, the Juba City Mayor compelled a majority of traders in Konyo-Konyo market to participate in a cleaning exercise. Some traders in Malakia and Konyo-Konyo were observed cleaning their shops in response to avoid fines. Mayor Flora Modi, along with her team, joined forces[Read More…]

By Yang Ater Yang   United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) established a Temporary Operation Base in Maper Town, Rumbek North County, Lakes State. The base, manned by 120 UN peacekeepers, aims to provide much-needed protection to the civil population and demonstrate the UN’s presence in the area through[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   After a lengthy recess, the Reconstituted Transitional National Legislative Assembly (R-TNLA) is set to open this week for business. In an announcement issued on March 28th by Alalla Younis Loro the clerk of the August House, informed all members to report for the opening of[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   At least seven people survived another plane crash on Sunday morning in Malakal Airport, Upper Nile State. According to the office of the governor, a cargo plane carrying supplies from Juba to Malakal crashed at the Airport due to technical difficulties. All seven people on[Read More…]

By William Madouk   First deputy speaker of the national assembly, Oyet Nathaniel, is demanding the immediate release of former mayor of Juba city, Kalisto Lado, who was allegedly detained by security forces. According to a statement, Kalisto was arrested on Saturday at around 11:29 pm when a heavily mounted[Read More…]

By Staff writer   As the world braces for mystery of darkness at day, when a total eclipse, on 8th April, engulfs the globe, a South Sudanese puzzles an X mark on his palm. A 60-year-old Makur Gurin Chigok Meen, a police officer, who prefers a lifestyle of an ordinary[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has called on South Sudan to implement 2018 revitalized peace deal to have peaceful elections. IGAD delegation led by Executive secretary, Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu made the call while wrapping up a three-day visit in Juba, The visit aimed at assessing[Read More…]