By Yiep Joseph Secretary-general (SG) of Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), Peter Lam Both, has called on the National Election Commission (NEC) to release calendar for the 2026 national election. The secretary general raised concerns during a one-day workshop for political parties on election regulations on Wednesday. The workshop brought[Read More…]
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Jonglei Governor suspends finance minister
By Deng Ghai Deng Jonglei State Governor Mahjoub Biel has officially suspended Minister of Finance, Planning, and Investment Abraham Riek Yuek after he lost a vote of no confidence in August 2022. Yuek’s impeachment stemmed from a failure to adequately address concerns regarding the delayed passage of the state budget[Read More…]
Church urges concerted efforts to achieve peace
By Bosco Bush In pursuit of lasting peace and stability across the country, the South Sudan Council of Churches (SSCC) has emphasized the need for concerted efforts to achieve sustainable peace without delay. The church recognizes that in 2024, the country faced significant challenges, including economic hardships, hunger, displacement,[Read More…]
Security beefed ahead of festivities
By Bosco Bush South Sudan National Police Service (SSNPS) has announced plans to strengthen security in Juba during Christmas and New Year celebrations. Approximately 3,000 police personnel are to deployed is to combat criminal activities and ensure a safe environment for the community. In a statement released yesterday, Police[Read More…]
Rights violation persists in South Sudan-UN report
By Philip Buda Ladu Arbitrary arrests and ensuing detention of civilians remain a serious human rights concern in South Sudan, a joint report by the UN Human Rights Office and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) stated. The report documented 1,140 civilian arrests between January and May 2024,[Read More…]
Parliament takes recess empty handed
By William Madouk Speaker of Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jemma Nunu Kumba has sent lawmakers off for a four-month recess. Since the second session began in April 2024, legislators have not taken a break, focusing on key bills related to the peace agreement, as requested by President[Read More…]
Ruweng receives essential drug supplies
By Deng Ghai Deng Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA) authority has confirmed arrival of essential drug supplies from national Ministry of Health, supported by UNICEF, after the area was without crucial medications for five months. “The UNICEF and the Government of South Sudan have supplied us with all types of[Read More…]
UN presses Jonglei, Pibor leaders to quell tension
By Kei Emmanuel Duku United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has urged Jonglei and the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) authorities to redouble their efforts to reduce tensions among youth from both sides. This call comes amid reports of attempted cattle raids in Gumuruk and persistent rumors of youth[Read More…]
Inter-state dialogue underway in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang Four-day interstate dialogue between the Lauc-jang community of Warrap State and the Pakam community of Rumbek North County in Lakes State began on Monday. Organized by Peace Canal, the dialogue aims to address ongoing conflicts and issues affecting the bordering counties of Rumbek North, Cueibet, and[Read More…]
Media Authority decries irresponsible Social Media use
By Bosco Bush South Sudan’s Media Authority has expressed concern over misuse of social media platforms in the country, citing elements of misinformation and disinformation that cause panic among the public. Social media, while a powerful tool for connection and expression, the regulatory said, has become a double-edged sword transforming[Read More…]
Jonglei youth withdraw from Gumuruk, tensions remain high
By Manas James Okony A group of armed youth from Jonglei State, who briefly invaded parts of the Greater Pibor Administrative Area’s Gumuruk County, have retreated after stealing over 3,000 head of cattle, authorities reported. Jacob Werchum Jouk, the GPAA information minister, indicated that the attackers withdrew on Sunday afternoon[Read More…]
Dr. Machar advocates for migrants’ protection
By Yiep Joseph First Vice President (FVP) D. Riek Machar Teny has called for the protection of migrants, saying they contribute to the country’s development. In his opening remarks during the 2nd Annual Inter-Ministerial Summit on Migration Governance in South Sudan, Dr. Machar expressed that well-managed migration has a lot[Read More…]
Only media regulators, not any political party, can decide on social media-Mr. Alier
By William Madouk Media Authority has asserted that it is the sole authority to regulate social media in the country, dismissing any unilateral attempts to shut it down. This clarification comes in response to threats made by Peter Lam Both, the Secretary-General of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), who[Read More…]
Looming crisis ahead of Bright Stars’ CHAN game against Rwanda
By Kei Emmanuel Duku As less than six days remaining before CAF CHAN Championship Zonal Qualifiers match, between South Sudan and Rwanda, scheduled for Sunday, December 22nd in Juba Stadium, Bright Stars’ head coach, Nicholas Dupulis, is yet to arrive in the country to assume his technical roles. The[Read More…]
Jamus FC clinch South Sudan Cup title
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Jamus FC emerged victorious in the South Sudan Cup final on Sunday evening, defeating Malakia FC 5-4 in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in regulation time. Malakia FC dominated much of the match, creating numerous scoring opportunities, including a missed chance by former[Read More…]
Norway commits $12.6 million to strengthen food security
By Bosco Bush Norwegian Embassy announced contribution of at least U.S. Dollars 12.6 million to address urgent food security and protection needs in South Sudan. This funding will be channeled through humanitarian and development partners to support vulnerable communities, including refugees and returnees affected by Sudan’s civil war and[Read More…]
Humanitarians appeal for $1.7 billion
By No.1 Citizen Humanitarian community in South Sudan launched the 2025 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP), reflecting an appeal for US$1.7 billion to provide life-saving assistance to 5.4 million people experiencing the most acute needs across the country. In 2025, 9.3 million people – 69 per cent of South[Read More…]
China donates 980 tons of food to South Sudan
By Yiep Joseph Chinese Embassy in the Republic of South Sudan on Monday handed over 980 tons of emergency food assistance donated to the government of South Sudan. The consignment which consists of 500 tons of wheat flour and 480 tons of rice is meant to help vulnerable groups;[Read More…]
The Dawn Newspaper Editor’s whereabouts still unknown
By Deng Ghai Deng Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) has raised concerns over the disappearance of Emmanuel Monychol Akop, Editor-in-Chief of The Dawn Daily English Newspaper, following his alleged arrest by the National Security Service (NSS) last month. On November 28th, officers believed to be from the NSS[Read More…]
Hygiene key in combating Cholera
By William Madouk Hygiene-related diseases, including Cholera, have surged in the country, causing concerns of ensuring preventive measures. Health personnel call on the public to prevent further transmissions through proper hygiene practices, as measures to contain Cholera outbreaks continue. Cholera is an acute intestinal infection caused by contaminated food[Read More…]