Dr. Machar seeks audio, video recording of his defense testimony
South Sudan’s First Vice President and opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar has asked the court hearing his case to allow audio and video recording of his defense testimony, saying the move would help preserve the proceedings and improve the accuracy of the trial record. Machar initially raised the request while presenting his defense testimony, before […]
Balanda teachers complete training to preserve indigenous language
Teachers from the Balanda Viri community have completed an eight-day introductory language training in Wau, in an effort to strengthen the preservation and teaching of one of South Sudan’s indigenous languages. The training was organised by the Balanda Viri Language Committee with support from the State Ministry of General Education and Instruction. It focused on […]
Dr. Lam Akol: South Sudan not ready for free and air 2026 elections
National Democratic Movement (NDM) leader Dr. Lam Akol has warned that South Sudan is not currently ready to conduct free, fair, credible and peaceful elections in December 2026, calling instead for an inclusive national dialogue to build consensus on the country’s political future. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, NDM Secretary General Bol Joseph […]
