SPLM-IO’s parallel governance bid stokes fresh tensions
A war of words has erupted between members of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) and those in opposition, sparked by SPLM-IO’s self-exiled acting chairman, Oyet Nathaniel, who defiantly declared a parallel administration in areas controlled by his faction. The announcement, made on Monday, was met with harsh rejection from a Member of Parliament representing […]
Diggala demarcation sparks new era of urban expansion
In a bold move to tackle Juba’s growing urban congestion, officials from Juba County, Central Equatoria State have launched a major land demarcation initiative in Diggala, setting aside 1,800 square kilometers for new residential and public development. The launch event, held over the weekend, brought together high-ranking government officials, community elders, and local residents in […]
Warrap consultative forum rings loud with calls to end elite-driven incitement
As newly appointed Warrap State Governor Bol Wek Agoth begins his quest to restore peace, a just-concluded community consultative meeting in Juba ended with firm resolutions and urgent calls for accountability, especially directed at political and military elites accused of fueling community violence. The consultative gathering, held on Saturday in the capital under Governor Agoth’s […]
Economists urge government to stockpile fuel as Israel-Iran conflict deepens
As global concern grows over the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, South Sudanese economists are urging the government to secure reserves of essential goods, particularly fuel, to cushion the potential economic shocks from the war. In an interview, prominent economist Abraham Maliet emphasized that the geopolitical tensions have already had ripple effects across the […]
Aerial bombardment reported in Unity State’s Panyijiar county
Government forces under the South Sudan Peoples Defense Forces (SSPDF) have reportedly carried out aerial bombardments in southeastern Panyijiar early Monday morning. Local sources say military aircraft targeted suspected opposition positions shortly after dawn, sending shockwaves across the region. The motive behind the offensive is still unclear, but it follows recent clashes and increased movement […]
President Kiir in UAE for diplomatic alliances
On a quiet Sunday afternoon, President Salva Kiir boarded his flight from Juba, setting out on what his office has called a high-stakes diplomatic mission to the United Arab Emirates a visit seen by many as a calculated effort to redefine South Sudan’s standing on the global stage. At the heart of the trip lies […]
