Big Brothers Company faces investigation over alleged repackaging of expired goods
The caretaker governor of Central Equatoria State, Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has ordered an investigation into Big Brothers General Trading and Investment Company Limited over allegations that expired food products were being repackaged for public consumption in Gumbo, Juba. On Saturday, October 24, caretaker Juba County Commissioner Kalisto Lado announced the arrest of six […]
Lomuro’s long run ends as Kiir names new cabinet affairs minister
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has removed long-serving Cabinet Affairs Minister Dr. Martin Elia Lomuro and appointed Ambassador Bol Wek Agoth as his replacement in a fresh change to South Sudan’s caretaker government. The change was announced in a presidential decree on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, ending Lomuro’s latest stint in the ministry barely a month […]
SPLM collects SSP 2.54 billion in nomination fees within a week eek
South Sudan’s ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has reportedly collected SSP 2.544 billion in nomination fees from 848 aspirants within a week, according to figures published by WuotPressMedia. Each aspirant reportedly paid SSP 3 million for a nomination form to seek various party and elective positions ahead of the upcoming elections. The total represents […]
Aluka Grace scores six, adds three assists in Yei Joint Stars’ 19–0 rout
Aluka Grace delivered a remarkable individual performance, scoring six goals and providing three assists as Yei Joint Stars FC thrashed Malakia FC Juba 19–0 in the South Sudan Women’s Premier League (SSWPL). Grace was the standout performer in the one-sided encounter, contributing directly to nine goals as Yei Joint Stars dominated the match. Spencer also […]
Former FVP Machar seeks to present video evidence in court
South Sudan’s former First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, has asked the Special Court on the Incident of Nasir to allow him to present video footage as evidence in his ongoing trial, as he continued challenging aspects of the proceedings during Wednesday’s 121st court session in Juba. According to a statement issued by the SPLM/A-IO, […]
Jadalla issues fresh directives on crime, fire risks and cattle return
Caretaker Governor of Central Equatoria State, Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has issued fresh directives on crime prevention, fire safety, cattle return and urban cleanliness following a weekly State Security Committee meeting in Juba. According to the Office of the Governor, the meeting reviewed security and public safety concerns and outlined measures aimed at protecting […]
SSPDF orders officers seeking elective positions to resign from military service
South Sudan’s army has directed serving military personnel aspiring to contest in the December 22, 2026 general elections to formally resign from military service before pursuing political office. The directive comes amid growing interest among military officers in contesting for various political positions, following the SPLM’s recent exercise to collect application forms from members seeking […]
Civil society demands inclusive deal as inter party dialogue nears conclusion
Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has called on delegates to South Sudan’s Inter-Party Political Dialogue on Election Matters to adopt inclusive resolutions that address electoral preparedness, political consensus and the country’s ongoing transition from conflict to peace. Edmond Nyakani, CEPO’s executive director, made the appeal ahead of the expected conclusion of the dialogue, urging […]
South Sudan says no national order for foreign traders to leave
South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has clarified that the national government has issued no directive requiring foreign nationals to leave the country, following public remarks concerning foreign traders operating small-scale businesses in Juba. In a statement released on Thursday, October 8, 2026, the ministry said it had taken note of recent […]
Dr. Machar raises fair trial concerns over nine court rulings
Former First Vice President Riek Machar has raised concerns over nine rulings made by South Sudan’s Special Court in the Nasir case, saying some of the decisions could affect the accused’s right to a fair trial. Machar raised the concerns on Wednesday during the 120th session of the proceedings in Juba, as he delivered his […]
