By William Madouk   South Sudan government probe committee, on Thursday, released a report on findings into killing of British-American journalist Christopher Allen in the country. Allen was shot on 26 August 2017 during military combat between SPLM-IO force and government forces at Kaya town, Central Equatoria State. Daniel Charles[Read More…]

By Kidega Livingstone   South Sudan can only achieve a peaceful and democratic nation by holding elections, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has noted. “South Sudan has to go for election because it’s the way for democracy,” Ambassador Dr. Ismail Wais, IGAD’s Special Envoy to South Sudan, remark. The[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   United Nations Women (UN Women) is actively promoting and advocating for the respect of women’s rights in South Sudan across all sectors. Rukaya Mohammed, the Deputy Country Representative of UN Women, said women in South Sudan still face significant structural barriers hindering their full participation[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   A committee tasked to investigate the death of journalist Christopher Allen has released its findings, today. Late in 2017, Christopher Allen, an American-British freelance journalist, lost his life in South Sudan. Established by Ministerial Order No. 02/2023 dated October 2, 2023, the committee led by[Read More…]

By William Madouk   South Sudan’s Business Community Chairperson, Ayii Duang Ayii, claims his life is in danger following a confrontation with national prison officers yesterday. The incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute over plots of land in Juba. For nearly four months, Ayii has been locked in a disagreement[Read More…]

Kidega Livingstone   As the deadline for elections approaches, political parties to the agreement continue to be divided on the matter, with some expressing dissatisfaction and considering a boycott. With less than eight months remaining, concerns have arisen regarding the implementation of outstanding provisions outlined in the roadmap. The National[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   The newly sworn-in Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Eng. Awow Daniel Chuang, is determined to revive the ailing economy and is unfazed by the challenges ahead. “I am not a stranger and I am aware of all those challenges. On South Sudan economy, the[Read More…]

  By Kidega Livingstone   Over three-quarters of graduated National Unified Forces (NUF) of South Sudan have defied orders to return to training centres for deployment. Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) made the shocking revelation during weekly report. The situation raises concerns of timely deployment[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   Former undersecretary at the National Ministry of Health Dr. Victoria Anib Majur has been appointed head of the Social Development Unit of the Inter-governmental Authority on Development (IGAD). The Inter-governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) announced yesterday on its Twitter handle about the appointment. IGAD is[Read More…]

By William Madouk   Irish Minister of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue wrapped up his international development mission to the Horn of Africa in South Sudan as Ireland prepares funds to cushion the needy. According to a statement seen by this outlet, Mr. McConalogue’s visit was to engage[Read More…]

Kidega Livingstone   John Angeth Kenyi Maker, a lawyer by profession, is set to run for the chairmanship position in the upcoming elections of the South Sudan National Youth Union (SSNYU). Residing in Juba and a person living with physical impairment, Mr. Angeth originates from Terekeka County in Central Equatoria[Read More…]

By Bida Elly/Yien Gattuor   A cargo plane Antonov 26, crashed at Yida Airstrip in Ruweng Administrative Area due to poor weather conditions, resulting in minor injuries for two pilots. The incident occurred on Tuesday when the plane lost control and overran the runway, eventually hitting a tree and catching[Read More…]

By Bida Elly David   European Union (EU) ambassador to South Sudan, Mr. Timo Olkkonen, has called for reduced political tensions and a focus on peaceful elections in the country. During a visit to war-displaced persons in the Upper Nile region, alongside other partners in the United Nations, he emphasized[Read More…]

By Gladys Fred Kole   A high Court in Rumbek will now decide the alleged forced marriage involving the deputy Governor of Lakes State Akol Mathiang and one Ms. Jenifer Bill Maker. Mr. Akol found himself at the center of controversy as news of his arranged marriage and now the[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark   At least 406 people have been killed in the last quarter of 2023 as a result of violence across South Sudan. United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has reported in a brief on violence affecting civilians, covering October to December, last year. Inter-communal conflict,[Read More…]

By Charles K Mark/Bida Elly   President Salva Kiir Mayardit has again directed the newly sworn-in national minister of finance, Eng. Awow Daniel Chuang, and the governor of the Central Bank, James Alic Garang, to address the runaway hyperinflation. The directive comes as South Sudan grapples with a deteriorating economic[Read More…]