Church vs. State: Munuki land dispute sparks heated debate
A long-standing land dispute has resurfaced between the government and church leaders in Munuki, igniting concerns over land ownership, development, and religious rights. The controversy came to light after Rev. Paul Samuel Paul of St. Stephen Parish Church accused officials of forcibly entering church property under national security escort, demolishing structures without prior warning. In […]
Civil servants voice frustrations over delayed salaries
Civil servants have expressed growing frustration over delays in their monthly salary payments, citing a lack of government action despite prior assurances. This discontent follows a statement released last month by Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, Vice President and Chairperson of the Economic Clusters, reaffirming the government’s commitment to timely salary payments for civil servants and […]
U.S. grants visas to South Sudan delegation for major IMF, World Bank meetings
The United States has officially granted visas to a high-level South Sudanese delegation set to attend the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, D.C. This development follows a day of discussions between South Sudan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Monday Semaya, and the U.S. Ambassador to South […]
Against all odds: Disabled teen shoe shiner defies economic hardship in Juba
As South Sudan grapples with a crippling economic downturn – marked by soaring prices, a volatile exchange rate, and dwindling oil revenues – resilience becomes the currency of survival for many citizens. For 16-year-old Kiir Kiir Bol, a physically disabled youth from Malualkon in Aweil East County, hope shines through the polish on the shoes […]
Remembering the Pope’s plea: Will South Sudan leaders embrace peace?
As South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement teeters between failure and progress, the death of Pope Francis has become a poignant moment for the nation’s leaders to reflect on their promises to never return the country to war. On Monday, the Vatican announced the passing of Pope Francis at the age of 88. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, […]
Opinion: Stop the disrespect! our artists deserve better
By Gista Wasuk, a comedian and Actor, a Concerned Supporter of South Sudanese Creatives. The entertainment landscape in South Sudan is evolving—but not always in the right direction. There is a growing trend that is not only frustrating but deeply demoralizing: the consistent preference for so-called international artists over our homegrown talent. In recent months, […]
Church Accuses Central Equatoria State Government of Seizing Land
The administration of St. Stephen Parish Church in Munuki has accused the Central Equatoria State (CES) government of unlawfully seizing church land and demolishing property without prior notice. Speaking to the press on Sunday, Rev. Paul Samuel Paul, the parish priest of St. Stephen Church, condemned the state government’s actions. He alleged that officials, led […]
Pojulu Cultural Festival Returns to Juba with Message of National Harmony
Juba, South Sudan – The vibrant colors, rhythms, and traditions of the Pojulu people will once again take center stage as the Second Edition of the Pojulu Cultural Festival returns to Juba from May 10 to 12, 2025, at Rock City Playground. Under the powerful theme “Friendship Among Communities Can Unite South Sudan,” this three-day […]
Antony Kent Umgbagbia’s fast-rising journey to football stardom
By Liam Josh In the heart of East Africa, where football dreams are born on dusty pitches and nurtured by raw passion, a young star is making waves across borders. His name is Antony Kent Umgbagbia, a gifted winger whose dazzling footwork and blazing speed are capturing attention from South Sudan to the broader East […]
Juba residents embrace Easter with faith and resilience
As Easter approaches, residents of Juba are bracing for celebrations marked by faith and perseverance, even as economic hardship continues to weigh heavily on many families. Easter, one of Christianity’s holiest days, commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after His crucifixion. For many faithful in South Sudan, it’s a time of deep reflection, […]
