By Yiep Joseph The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has called on the public, including soldiers and civil servants, to take part in the upcoming 16 May celebrations despite ongoing salary delays and economic hardship. May 16 is a public holiday marking the foundation of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army[Read More…]
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Governor Adil meets SPLM youth league to boost mobilization for SPLA Day
By Sabri Dibaco The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Cde. Emmanuel Adil Anthony, who also serves as the SPLM State Chairperson, has met with the SPLM Youth League to strengthen mobilisation efforts ahead of the upcoming SPLA Day celebrations on 16th May. The meeting brought together the SPLM National Youth[Read More…]
Collo Kingdom pushes for stability and election preparation
By Yiep Joseph President Salva Kiir Mayardit met on Monday with Kuongo Dak Padiet, the king of the Collo Kingdom, at the Presidential Palace in Juba. According to the Presidential Press Unit, the meeting focused on efforts to promote national stability and prepare for upcoming elections. Both sides emphasised the[Read More…]
SPLM strengthens grassroots mobilisation in CES under governor Adil’s leadership
By Louis Loku The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) in Central Equatoria State has stepped up its grassroots mobilisation efforts under the leadership of Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony. This is part of broader preparations for the December 2026 general elections. Governor Adil, who also serves as SPLM Chairperson for Central[Read More…]
Activist raises alarm over delayed election funding, warns 2026 polls at risk
By Louis Loku The Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO) has raised concerns over what it describes as the government’s failure to provide timely and adequate funding to the National Elections Commission. He warned that the delay could jeopardise South Sudan’s planned general elections scheduled for December 2026. Speaking to[Read More…]
Peace is not dead, says Minister Ateny as implementation remains in question.
By Chol D. Johnson The government has reaffirmed that the 2018 peace agreement remains intact and is progressing, with the December elections scheduled as planned. Speaking during a press conference on Tuesday, Ateny Wek Ateny, minister of information, [ICT], and postal services, told journalists that the peace process is ongoing.[Read More…]
New government to be in place in October before election this year
By Yiep Joseph & Louis Laku The South Sudanese government has announced plans to establish a caretaker regime as stipulated in the peace agreement. While addressing journalists on Tuesday, the Minister of Information, Communication, Technology, and Postal Services, Ateny Wek Ateny, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to holding elections. He said[Read More…]
CSO appeals for reopening of Jonglei State assembly
By Chol D. Johnson The INTREPID South Sudan Civil Society Organization has called on the newly appointed Speaker of Jonglei State’s Transitional Legislative Assembly (TLA) to prioritize reopening the assembly after more than two years of inactivity. Speaking on Tuesday to No.1 Citizen Newspaper, the Executive Director of INTREPID, Bol[Read More…]
AU reaffirms support for 2026 elections
By Sabri Dibaco The African Union (AU) has reaffirmed its support for inter-party dialogue and South Sudan’s 2026 elections. On Thursday, President Salva Kiir Mayardit and a visiting AU delegation headed by Jakaya Kikwete, AU High Representative for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, held discussions in Juba. [Read More…]
Former speaker kumba reflects on tenure, pledges continued service.
By Sabri Dibaco The former Speaker, Jema Nunnu Kumba, has expressed gratitude to the President for the trust and confidence placed in her to serve as the Speaker in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly. The former speaker highlighted both achievements and challenges encountered throughout her leadership. In a letter, the[Read More…]
Dr. Machar’s lawyers challenge digital expert as cross-examination continues.
By Yiep Joseph Defence lawyers for Dr. Riek Machar and his co-accused have intensified their challenge against the prosecution’s digital evidence as cross-examination of a forensic expert continues. The 65th session yesterday witnessed more questions surrounding the credibility, interpretation, and reliability of electronic data presented before the court by the[Read More…]
AU delegation in Juba to engage leaders on peace and bilateral ties
By Sabri Dibaco The African Union high representative for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea had landed in Juba on Wednesday for an official visit. According to the statement from the South Sudan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, the African Union representative, visited[Read More…]
NBGs Governor swears in officials, calls for unity ahead of elections
By Hou Akot Hou The Governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State (NBGs), Charles Madut Akol, has sworn in new municipal and SPLM Liberation Council officials The governor called on the leaders to promote unity and deliver services effectively as the country approaches elections. Speaking during the ceremony at the[Read More…]
Defense Continues cross-examination of digital Expert at 64th Session
By Yiep Joseph The defense team in the trial of suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused continued cross-examining the prosecution’s digital forensic expert. During the 64th session on Wednesday, the focus was on the reliability and relevance of expert’s findings from the devices of the accused[Read More…]
Young Women in Western Equatoria State demand inclusion, stability
By Jackson Gaaniko Young women leaders in Western Equatoria State have issued a strong call for greater inclusion in governance and urgent improvements in basic services and security. The call followed a two-day policy dialogue with lawmakers and government officials in Yambio. The forum was held under the Inclusive Governance[Read More…]
SSPDF Kills eight rebels, including commander in Response at Jebel Galtan
By Chol D. Johnson The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) says it has killed at least eight attackers who recently launched a deadly assault on civilians at a mining site near Juba. The incident, which left dozens of miners and local residents dead or wounded, prompted a swift military[Read More…]
Speaker Kumba faces SPLM axe as caucus declares a vote of no confidence in her
By Yiep Joseph The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) Parliamentary Caucus has unanimously declared a vote of no confidence in Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Jemma Nunu Kumba. The decision was reached during a caucus meeting chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit, who also the chairperson of the[Read More…]
Progress Without Shelter: Juba’s Urban Drive Risks Citizen Dignity
The promise of modern infrastructure in Juba is undeniable. Roads, properly demarcated and aligned with the city’s master plan, are vital for commerce, mobility, and the long-term growth of South Sudan’s capital. Yet, the current urban development drive is unfolding with a troubling human cost: families are being stripped of[Read More…]
ELECTION : Kiir secures South Africa’s backing
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has met with his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa, expressing dedication to advancing democratic process for elections in December this year. In a statement issued by the presidential press unit yesterday, the talk between the two Heads of State focused on the[Read More…]
Improving Agricultural Production is the Path to Ending Hunger
Agriculture remains the backbone of South Sudan’s economy, yet hunger continues to affect many communities across the country. Despite having vast fertile land, and abundant water resources, the country still struggles with food insecurity. This inconsistency highlights the urgent need to improve agricultural production as a sustainable solution to fight[Read More…]