By Lodu William Odiya Juba County authorities have arrested eight suspects allegedly involved in repackaging expired maize flour for resale at H Brothers General Trading and Investment Company Limited. According to a statement from the office of the Juba County caretaker commissioner, the company, which operates a grinding mill factory,[Read More…]
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Abdelbagi urges early breast cancer detection to save lives
By Lodu William Odiya Caretaker Presidential Advisor for International Relations, Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, has urged South Sudanese communities to prioritise early breast cancer detection, raise awareness and seek timely medical attention to improve treatment outcomes. Speaking during a breast cancer awareness run organised by the Office of the Presidential Envoy[Read More…]
Jonglei Governor urges SPLA-IO forces to withdraw from Pieri, Motot
By Sabri Dibaco Jonglei State Caretaker Governor Maj. Gen. Moses Majok Gatluak has called on forces of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in-Opposition (SPLA-IO) to immediately withdraw from Pieri and Motot, accusing them of advancing into areas under government control and threatening ongoing peace efforts in Northern Jonglei. In a statement[Read More…]
SSNBS urges traders to improve food stock management
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has urged traders and food processors across the country to strengthen stock management systems and ensure that expired food products are not sold to consumers. The Bureau said businesses involved in food production, processing, packaging, distribution and sales[Read More…]
POLITICS: USSP declares readiness for December elections
By Sabri Dibaco The leader of the United South Sudan Party (USSP), Paulino Lukudu Obede, says his party is ready for the planned December 2026 general elections. The party has announced plans to field candidates for all elective positions, including the presidency, state governorships, national and state legislative assemblies, and[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Government must protect citizens from expired food products
The government has a responsibility to protect citizens from consuming expired and unsafe food products by strengthening inspections and monitoring the quality of goods sold in markets, shops, supermarkets and warehouses across the country. Food is essential for human survival, but it can become a serious health risk when it[Read More…]
Special Court rejects Dr Machar’s request to play videos in ongoing trial
By Yiep Joseph The court has rejected Dr Riek Machar’s request to play video footage, ruling that the application was premature. The decision came during Court Session 123 on Friday, following arguments between the prosecution and defence over the proposed videos. The prosecution maintained that Dr Machar, the fifth accused,[Read More…]
Kapoeta North Commissioner calls for cattle protection, peaceful coexistence
By Lodu William Odiya The Caretaker Commissioner of Kapoeta North County, David Nayee Lomor, has called on elders, youth, cattle keepers, traders, and community leaders to work collectively to protect cattle and promote lasting peace across Greater Kapoeta. The Commissioner urged elders to guide the younger generation through traditional wisdom[Read More…]
SECURITY: CTSAMVM warns parties against ceasefire violations
By Lodu William Odiya The Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) has urged all signatories to South Sudan’s peace agreement to respect the Permanent Ceasefire, protect civilians and refrain from offensive or retaliatory actions. During the CTSAMVM technical committee meeting in Juba yesterday, Chairperson Maj. Gen.[Read More…]
Movement vital for credible elections, FD representative warns government
By Lodu William Odiya A senior representative of the Former Detainees (FDs) has urged the transitional government to lift movement restrictions, warning that limiting citizens’ freedom to travel could undermine confidence in South Sudan’s December 22 general elections. Maj. Gen. Bior Leek Kuareng raised the concern during a technical committee[Read More…]
WES Education Minister seeks community support for examination readiness initiative
By Sabri Dibaco The Caretaker Minister of Education in Western Equatoria State, Patrick Thomas Ruruyo, has called on education partners, parents, and communities to support the Examination Readiness Initiative aimed at improving students’ performance in national examinations. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Newspaper on a phone call, Patrick Thomas Ruruyo[Read More…]
Western Equatoria bans school camping pending new guidelines
By Sabri Dibaco The Ministry of General Education and Instruction in Western Equatoria State has banned school camping across the state until official guidelines are developed to regulate the practice and ensure the safety and protection of learners. In a letter seen by the No. 1 Citizen Newspaper, caretaker Minister[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Give all candidates a fair chance to campaign
As aspiring candidates continue to declare their intentions and run campaigns ahead of South Sudan’s December 22, 2026, general elections, citizens must respect others’ political rights and avoid interrupting activities organised by their opponents. Elections are a democratic process in which citizens choose leaders they believe can represent their[Read More…]
President Kiir removes long serving Minister Dr. Elia Lomuro
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has removed the caretaker minister of Cabinet Affairs, Dr. Martin Elia Lomurö, and replaced him with Bol Wek Agoth as the new caretaker minister. This change was made in a republican decree read on the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC) on[Read More…]
SECURITY: President Kiir reaffirms need for effective election security
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the Ministry of Interior to strengthen security preparations ahead of South Sudan’s general elections scheduled for December 22, 2026. The directive aims to ensure a secure environment for voters, electoral officials, and other participants in the electoral process as the[Read More…]
Civil Society warns media platforms against hate speech
By Yang Ater Yang Lakes State Civil Society Network urged media platforms to stop spreading hate speech that causes violence among communities. Daniel Laat Kon Ater, chairperson of the Civil Society Organisations Network (CiSON) in Lakes State, urges online media platforms to stop spreading hate speech and incitement to violence.[Read More…]
Juba City Council shuts down roadside tea spot over illegal drugs
By Lodu William Odiya Juba City Council has shut down a roadside tea spot allegedly used for selling and consuming illegal drugs during a crackdown on unauthorised structures in Hai Malakal. The operation was conducted during a follow-up inspection along Konyokonyo under the council’s development plan, as city authorities intensified[Read More…]
ELECTION: NEC, security agencies step up preparations for December elections
By Lodu William Odiya The National Elections Commission (NEC) has intensified coordination with security institutions to strengthen preparations for South Sudan’s general elections scheduled for December 2026. In a statement by NEC, the Chairperson, Gabriel Bol Deng Majok, met with the Ministry of Interior and the leadership of the South[Read More…]
Defection rocks opposition parties as over 1,000 members join SPLM
By Louis Loku More than 1,000 leaders and members from the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO) and the South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) have officially rejoined the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) in a political event held in Juba. According to the SPLM Secretary General, Akol Paul Kordit, the return[Read More…]
WES Governor condemns six ambushes on soldiers in Nagero County
By Sabri Dibaco Western Equatoria State Caretaker Governor Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa has condemned a series of six alleged ambushes targeting government soldiers in Bandala, Nagero County, warning that continued attacks could undermine peace and security in the state. In a statement from the governor’s office, Daniel said the soldiers were[Read More…]