Kiir meets some political leaders ahead of inter party dialogue
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has met with a select group of political leaders ahead of an Inter-Party Dialogue scheduled for September 17, as South Sudan prepares for elections expected in December 2026. The meeting brought together leaders from several political groups, including Stephen Par Kuol, who heads the SPLM-IO faction; Dr Martin Elia Lomuro of […]
MTN opens new ICT hub to expand digital access in Rumbek
MTN South Sudan has opened a new Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Hub in Rumbek, aimed at expanding access to digital technology and equipping young people with skills for the growing digital economy. The hub will provide youth with access to computers, high-speed internet and digital learning resources, creating opportunities for skills development, education, entrepreneurship […]
Juba Court halts demarcation of disputed Nyamini land
The High Court in Juba-Kator has issued an interim restraining order halting the demarcation of the disputed Nyamini Land pending the court’s determination of the case. The order was issued on September 4, 2026, by Judge Ayiei Nyang Ayiei in Civil Suit No. JOSS/CES/J/K/CIV. S No. 55/2026, involving Olimpio Lokudu Pitia and others as plaintiffs […]
SpinkBet enters South Sudan market, names John Frog brand ambassador
New sports betting company SpinkBet has entered the South Sudanese market, announcing plans to expand its operations while supporting sports, entertainment and employment opportunities in the country. The company made the announcement in Juba, where its founders, Nadyn Wasife and Mamdouh Aboukhater, introduced SpinkBet as a new platform targeting South Sudan’s growing young population. Wasife […]
Kiir backs Gola Boyoi as Murle tensions raise security concerns
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has reaffirmed his support for Greater Pibor Administrative Area Chief Administrator Gola Boyoi Gola amid growing security concerns and tensions involving Murle age-set groups in the area. Gola Boyoi briefed President Kiir on the latest developments in Greater Pibor, highlighting key challenges affecting the area, including security concerns, mining activities in […]
