Adil named 2026 cancer advocacy ambassador
Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has been named the 2026 Cancer Advocacy Ambassador, in recognition of his commitment to advancing cancer awareness, prevention, and treatment in South Sudan. The designation was announced following a meeting in Juba between Governor Adil and the South Sudan Cancer Association Network (SSCAN), led by its Chairperson, Dr. […]
Civil society across ten states warns of escalating insecurity
Civil society networks operating across South Sudan’s ten states, together with Greater Pibor and Ruweng Administrative Areas, have raised alarm over what they describe as a rapidly deteriorating security situation that is severely affecting civilian wellbeing across the country. In a joint press statement released earlier today, the networks warned that growing military confrontations and […]
UN warns senior leaders could be held liable for Jonglei violence
The United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has warned that senior political and military leaders could face individual criminal responsibility for violence in Jonglei State. In a statement issued on January 25, the Commission expressed grave alarm at public remarks by senior military figures that encourage violence against civilians, combined with reports […]
UNMISS condemns Olony’s orders as civilians bear brunt of Jonglei fighting
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has strongly condemned reported orders attributed to military commander Gen. Johnson Olony, warning that inflammatory rhetoric urging indiscriminate violence is placing civilians at extreme risk amid escalating conflict in Jonglei State. In a statement, UNMISS said it is gravely concerned by reports that a senior military leader […]
SSPDF orders civilian evacuation from SPLA-IO-held areas
The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) has ordered the immediate evacuation of civilians from areas under the control of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in-Opposition (SPLA-IO) in parts of Jonglei State, citing imminent military operations aimed at restoring security. In a press release issued on January 25, 2026, SSPDF spokesperson Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang […]
RJMEC demands for Machar’s release, immediate dialogue and ceasefire compliance
The Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) has demanded the immediate release of First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar, renewed high-level political dialogue, and strict compliance with the Permanent Ceasefire. Briefing the African Union Peace and Security Council on Friday, RJMEC Interim Chairperson, Amb. Maj. Gen. George Aggrey Owinow (rtd), said the political and […]
Activist welcomes dialogue, questions credibility without Machar’s SPLM-IO
A prominent civil society activist has welcomed the government’s decision to pursue dialogue as a means of resolving political differences, while warning that the credibility of the ongoing Elections Matters Dialogue could be undermined by the exclusion of the SPLM-IO faction led by First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar. Mr. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of […]
International community call for immediate cessation of hostilities in South Sudan
The international community has issued a strong call for an immediate cessation of hostilities across South Sudan following renewed violence in Jonglei, Eastern Equatoria, and other parts of the country. The group warned that continued fighting is worsening the humanitarian crisis and threatening fragile peace efforts. In a joint statement, the Embassies of Canada, France, […]
Peace partners threaten to expose anti-peace politicians
Peace partners and civil society stakeholders signatory to the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement have issued a strong warning to political actors accused of undermining dialogue, vowing to publicly name and expose those they say are sabotaging peace efforts for personal and political interests. Speaking in Juba, the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress […]
SSPDF spokesperson refutes claims of arrest, removal from office
Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, South Sudan’s army spokesperson has dismissed as false and misleading reports circulating on social media claiming that he has been relieved of his duties or placed under arrest. In a brief statement issued for immediate release and addressed to the rank and file as well as the general public, Maj. […]
