By Gladys Fred Kole   South Sudan National Movement for Change (SSNMC) demands reinstatement of party chairperson, Moro Isaac Jenesio, as the State Minister of Local Government. The call comes after a recent presidential decree, relieving Moro Isaac Jenesio and other state officials from their positions. According to the party,[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   Western Equatoria State Governor, Gen. Alfred Futuyo’s bodyguard has been killed and four others sustained injuries in an attack by an unknown armed group last Friday. According to a statement from the governor’s office, the victims were travelling along the Yambio-Tambura Road for an official[Read More…]

By William Madouk   Coalition of political parties has submitted a petition rejecting an excessive $50,000 fee for a provisional registration license imposed by the Political Parties Council (PPC). The parties comprised South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA), Coalition of Opposition Parties (COOP), among others said steep fees were an attack[Read More…]

By Deng Athian   Bank of South Sudan on Saturday opened its branch in Nimule border town, a significant step towards enhancing financial services for the people. The establishment of the branch marks an important expansion of financial accessibility in the country, BoSS Governor Dr. James Alic Garang said. Governor[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   Civil society and political activists have voiced criticism against the proposal by the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) party for a partial election, deeming it unlawful. Edmond Yakani, the Executive Director for the Community Empowerment Progress Organization (CEPO), argues that conducting only executive elections could[Read More…]

By Deng Athian   More than 40 trucks filled with essential food items have arrived Nimule town en route to Juba. According to the National Minister of Trade and Industry, William Anyuon Kuol, the food items will be sold at the subsidized prices to ensure market stability. Already more than[Read More…]

By Gladys Fred Kole   South Sudan government and peace partners need to take further action to ensure that the country does not descend back into conflict, Ugandan Ambassador to South Sudan, Brig. Gen. Ronnie Bayla emphasized. The Ugandan Ambassador called on peace guarantors and other stakeholders to wholeheartedly support[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   Agricultural production is the key to stabilize prices and strengthen the South Sudanese pounds. Central Bank governor, James Alic Garang made the observation in response to the ongoing economic turmoil in the country. The Central Bank has been using currency auctioning as a major tool[Read More…]

By William Madouk   Governor James Odhok of Upper Nile State issued stern warning to humanitarian organizations neglecting assistance to stranded returnees in Wadakon Town, Manyo County. According to the office of the governor, returnees who fled war-ravaged Sudan are tormented by diseases, hunger and lack of basic necessities. “The[Read More…]

By William Madouk   Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has raised concerns about the growing trend of violations in the civic and political space as the upcoming general elections approach. In their pre-elections domestic observation reporting from January to March, CEPO noted frequent violation by leaders of political parties[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   President Salva Kiir Mayardit left Juba on Sunday afternoon for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for discussions with President Felix Tshisekedi regarding the tensions between DRC and Rwanda. Presidential Press Secretary Lily Adhieu Martin Manyiel stated that President Kiir’s visit is part of his[Read More…]

By Kidega Livingstone   Former Minister of Federal Affairs, Dr. Richard K. Mulla proposes that South Sudan adopts Cooperative federalism. The concept of cooperative federalism involves the collaboration between the national government, states, and counties, as seen in countries such as Kenya, South Africa, and others in Africa. During his[Read More…]

By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto   As schools in South Sudan remain closed, some parents have resorted to sending their children to Uganda for studies. The Ministries of Health and General Education last week, announced the closure of school due to extreme heat wave with temperatures expected to reach extreme levels[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   South Sudan National Prison Service (SSNPS) has refuted allegations made by a prominent business tycoon, Ayii Duang Ayii, regarding threats to his life. On Wednesday, Ayii claimed that officers from the National Prison Service had posed a risk to his safety. In response to these[Read More…]

By No. 1 Citizen and Nation Media   Hundreds of vehicles and containers of cargo destined for South Sudan are stuck at different port facilities due to the introduction of a $350 (Sh46,000) Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN) for each transport unit by the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA), Nation Media reported.[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   South Sudan’s political parties to 2018 peace agreement should dialogue to reach a consensus on elections, UN has urged. United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Nicholas Haysom made the call after meeting President Salva Kiir, on Friday. He emphasized the importance of free and[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   Norwegian Ambassador to South Sudan, Linken Berryman, called on leaders to refrain from using violence as a means of competition and instead prioritize peace and security. “The people of South Sudan have suffered for too long, South Sudan leaders must reject the use of violence[Read More…]

By Kidega Livingstone   Save the Children South Sudan is warning of a critical situation facing thousands of children who have fled Sudan. The influx is overwhelming resources, leaving many children without basic necessities. According to Save the Children, Renk, the initial reception point, is struggling to cope. At least[Read More…]