Students encouraged to challenge early and forced marriage
Learners at Hope and Wisdom Nursery and Primary School in Juba have been encouraged to challenge harmful practices such as early and forced marriage through education and awareness, as part of a gender-based violence (GBV) sensitization campaign conducted by Global Voices Organization (GVO). The awareness session brought together pupils, teachers, and school administrators to discuss […]
South Sudan announces incremental increase in telecom charges
South Sudan has announced an incremental increase in telecommunications charges, with authorities saying the move is necessary to sustain mobile network operations and prevent disruptions to essential communication services across the country. The National Communication Authority (NCA) announced on Thursday that the revised rates will take effect from midnight on June 26, 2026, following months […]
Jiye and Toposa commit to resolving disputes peacefully
Leaders and elders from the Jiye and Toposa communities have pledged to resolve disputes through dialogue and traditional conflict-resolution mechanisms following a peace meeting aimed at reducing tensions and promoting peaceful coexistence in Kapoeta North County. The reconciliation meeting, held in Wokobu kraals on Wednesday, brought together representatives from both communities under the leadership of […]
Survivors of wartime rape urge authorities to speed up investigations
Survivors of conflict-related sexual violence have called on South Sudanese authorities to accelerate investigations into a landmark war crimes case, saying justice has been delayed for far too long as they continue to live with the trauma and stigma of abuses committed during the country’s civil conflict. The appeal came on Tuesday as more than […]
