Bari community launches language revival program in Juba

The Bari community in Juba has officially launched a major language revival program aimed at preserving and promoting the Bari language, amid growing concerns that younger generations are losing fluency in their mother tongue. The initiative, unveiled at the Bari Community Centre, brought together top Bari leaders, elders, youth representatives, women, and government officials from […]
South Sudan, diplomats, partners honor Nicholas Haysom in Juba

South Sudanese officials, international diplomats, and partners gathered today at the United Nations House in Juba to pay tribute to the late Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), who passed away in New York on 17 March 2026. The solemn memorial service […]
Kiir fires health minister in latest presidential decree

President Salva Kiir has relieved Sarah Cleto Rial of her duties as Minister of Health and appointed Luke Thomson Thoan Teny as her successor, in a major government reshuffle announced this evening. The changes come as part of a series of presidential decrees affecting key ministries and administrative positions across the country. The presidential decree, […]
CES mourns nine lives lost in Lu’bajo stream disaster

Authorities in Central Equatoria State (CES) are mourning the loss of nine people who died in a tragic incident at Lu’bajo stream in Kajo-Keji County following heavy rains. The victims, described as mourners, were reportedly on their way to attend a funeral when they were swept away by rising floodwaters triggered by relentless rainfall. In […]
Top UN envoy Nicholas Haysom dies, global tributes pour in

The United Nations Mission chief in South Sudan, Nicholas Haysom, has died, with leaders paying tribute globally. The Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, led condolences, describing Mr Haysom as a “distinguished diplomat” whose lifelong commitment to peace and justice left a lasting mark across multiple conflict zones. Mr Haysom had served as Special […]
South Sudan fighters go unbeaten, bag three World Muay Thai titles

It was a flawless fight run, a clean sweep defined by precision, power, and pure fighting spirit. South Sudan’s top fighters stepped into the ring in Pattaya, Thailand, and walked out unbeaten three bouts, three wins, three world title belts delivered in emphatic, knockout fashion. South Sudan’s charge began with James Majok Gau, who set […]
What to know from the 61st session in Dr. Machar’s Juba trial

The 61st session of the ongoing trial involving First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar resumed on Wednesday at Freedom Hall, with proceedings focusing on the continued cross-examination of the prosecution’s final witness, digital forensic analyst Peter Rafadi Calvin. The defence team pressed the witness on the scope and reliability of his forensic report, particularly the […]
Norwegian Church Aid leader calls for action on women’s rights in South Sudan

The Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) Country Director, Cathrine Seland, has called for stronger action to protect and promote the rights of women and girls in South Sudan. Speaking during International Women’s Day celebrations in Hai Baraka, Juba, Seland praised the dedication of communities and faith leaders who have been instrumental in advancing gender equality. “It […]
Minister Atong forced to cancel 90-day Crawford Capital Pay review

The South Sudan’s Minister Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang, has officially cancelled the 90-day Administrative and Technical Review of the Crawford Capital Pay Digital Payment and E-Service System, following directives from Vice President Dr. James Wani Igga, who also chairs the Economic Cluster. The 90-day review, which was initially announced on March 5, 2026, […]
Women leaders urge Kiir to free Machar, restart inclusive political dialogue

Women leaders in South Sudan have called on President Salva Kiir to facilitate the release of First Vice President Riek Machar Teny and other political detainees as part of efforts to restart an inclusive political dialogue aimed at advancing the country’s fragile peace process. The appeal was made during a gathering of women leaders and […]