By Hou AKot Hou Refugees and the host community have received a newly constructed technical training center at Wedwill Refugee in an effort to help provide technical skills to the refugees and host community members who are interested in obtaining skills to run their own livelihood or fend for themselves.[Read More…]
Politics
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7 killed in attempted cattle raid in Rumbek North County
By Yang Ater Yang Authorities in Rumbek North County confirmed that 7 people, including 3 soldiers from SSPDF, police, 2 children, and 2 women, were killed, and 6 others were wounded in an attempted cattle raid by suspected armed youths from the SPLM-IO rebels’ group from Panyijar County. An SPLM-IO[Read More…]
Aweil East Commissioner pledges to provide services to the local population
By Hou AKot Hou The newly appointed commissioner of Aweil East County in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State has revealed that he and his colleagues will collaborate with their County administrators to ensure that services are provided to the local population by being inquisitive so that services are delivered. Commissioner[Read More…]
Governor Lobong relieves health director general, appoints successor
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has relieved Dr. Concord Etin Emrrib of his position as director general of the State Ministry of Health. The decision was contained in a gubernatorial executive order issued on Monday evening and subsequently announced through the state broadcaster, Voice of[Read More…]
UNMISS, partners warn of Torit-Magwi road insecurity
By Ijoo Bosco Humanitarian partners have raised concerns over persistent attacks on civilian vehicles along the Torit-Magwi Road, warning that insecurity could disrupt humanitarian movements between the two towns. James Dinya, an officer with the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS), has called on county and state authorities[Read More…]
Vice President James Wani Igga calls for lasting peace in Yei
By James Innocent South Sudan’s Vice President for Economic Cluster, Dr. James Wani Igga, has called for lasting peace in Yei River County. He urged armed groups to lay down their weapons and support dialogue, reconciliation, and development. Speaking during his visit to Yei, Dr. Igga said the people of[Read More…]
Vice President lays foundation stone for University of Yei, as leaders call for peace
By James Innocent First Vice President for the Economic Cluster, Dr. James Wani Igga, together with Central Equatoria State authorities, has laid the foundation stone for the University of Yei during his visit to Yei River County. The ceremony brought together state and county officials, religious leaders, traditional authorities, students,[Read More…]
President Kiir opens SPLM Women League constitutional conference
By Sabri Dibaco President Salva Kiir Mayardit has officially opened the first Constitutional Conference of the SPLM Women League. He called for political participation and leadership as South Sudan prepares for the next general elections. The conference, held in Juba under the theme “Empowered Woman, Empowered Nation,” brings together members[Read More…]
Civil Society condemns Tonj North clashes, call for intervention
By Sabri Dibaco The Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA) and the Nile Institute for Human Rights Studies (NIHRS) have condemned recent communal clashes in Tonj North County, Warrap State, that reportedly left more than 60 civilians dead and 50 others wounded. In a joint statement issued on Tuesday, August[Read More…]
POLITICS: SPLM opens new secretariat in Yei, trains party cadres
By Louis Loku The Central Equatoria State SPLM Chairperson, Cde. Emmanuel Adil Anthony has officially inaugurated a new SPLM County Secretariat office in Yei River County. The governor also concluded a two-day training program for party cadres ahead of the December 2026 general elections. The inauguration and training formed part[Read More…]
Governor Adil warns Wonduruba violence is driving civilians from their homes
By Sabri Dibaco Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has called on armed opposition commander Gen. John Kenyi Latio, also known as Kenyi Loburon, to end fighting in Wonduruba and embrace peace. The government warned that continued violence is forcing civilians to abandon their homes and keeping children out[Read More…]
PEACE: Governor Adil calls on armed group to cease hostilities
By Sabri Dibaco Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has called on armed opposition commander Gen. John Kenyi Latio, also known as Kenyi Loburon, to end fighting in Wonduruba and embrace peace. The government warned that continued violence is forcing civilians to abandon their homes and keeping children out[Read More…]
We need strong policies for institutions to improve the economy
The strength of any nation lies not in the individuals who occupy public offices but in the institutions that guide governance and public service. In South Sudan, it is time to shift our focus from repeatedly exchanging officials to strengthening the policies and institutions that serve our people. Lasting progress[Read More…]
Governor Adil inspects Lainya Hospital, calls for improved healthcare services
By Louis Loku The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has inspected Lainya Hospital to assess its condition and the challenges affecting healthcare delivery in the county. During the visit, Governor Adil called for the renovation and expansion of the hospital, improved medical services, and better working conditions[Read More…]
Torit Municipality steps up action against youth violence
By Ijoo Bosco Torit Municipal authorities have moved to curb rising youth violence following the arrest of a 25-year-old man accused of attacking another resident with a machete. Dominic Gidu Peterno was arrested by municipal operation forces after allegedly chopping 35-year-old James Ohayo, a resident of Hai Ingas residential area[Read More…]
Prosecution responds to defence bid to record Machar’s remaining statements
By Yiep Joseph The prosecution has formally responded to a defense application seeking to have the remaining statements of Dr. Riek Machar, the fifth accused, recorded in both audio and video. Lead Prosecutor Ajo Ony’Ohissa submitted the prosecution’s written response on Monday during proceedings. Lead defense lawyer Kur Lual Kur[Read More…]
Attack leaves 60 people dead, 50 wounded in Tonj North County
By Sabri Dibaco At least 60 people have been killed and 50 others wounded in two separate cattle-related attacks in Tonj North County, Warrap State, according to state authorities. The attacks reportedly occurred in the early hours of Sunday, August 9, when suspected armed youth from neighbouring Unity State attacked[Read More…]
SSPDF leadership on move to integrate SPLA-IO forces
By Yiep Joseph The Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), Gen. Santino Deng Wol, has begun efforts to accelerate the integration of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) forces into the national army in Unity State. Gen. Santino made the move[Read More…]
WES governor warns against SPLM-IO mobilization against peace
By Sabri Dibaco Western Equatoria State (WES) Governor Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa has warned political and armed groups against activities that could undermine peace in Tambura and Nagero counties as South Sudan prepares for the 2026 elections. The governor said authorities had restored calm in parts of Tambura but acknowledged that[Read More…]
NBGs appoints county youth directors
By Hou Akot Hou The Northern Bahr El Ghazal State Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports has appointed directors to oversee the ministry’s activities in three counties. The appointments cover Aweil East, Aweil West, and Aweil South counties, according to a ministerial order signed by State Minister of Culture, Youth,[Read More…]