Back again, Kiir orders repeat appointees to work hard
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on reappointed government officials to dedicate themselves fully to service delivery and address the pressing challenges facing South Sudan. Speaking during a swearing-in ceremony held in Juba on Wednesday, the President urged the returning officials to work tirelessly and channel their experience toward improving the lives of citizens. The […]
South Sudan football federation seals partnership with AB sports
The SSFF has signed a major deal with AB Sports, boosting its drive to modernize football and enhance national team gear. The landmark two-year agreement was signed today by Mr. Sabit Dok, Chairman of the National Team Committee, together with Mr. Mohamed Albssam, Managing Director of AB Sports. Under the partnership, AB Sports will supply […]
Yeni Costa vows to restore confidence as he assumes Central Bank leadership
The newly appointed Governor of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), Yeni Samuel Costa, officially took charge on Monday, telling staff at the bank’s headquarters in Juba that he had returned “to settle an issue,” a declaration that drew applause and cheers from employees. Yeni, a veteran banker with 38 years of service, replaces Dr. […]
South Sudan receives 27 youth repatriated from Ethiopian custody
The Government of South Sudan on Sunday formally received twenty-seven (27) South Sudanese youth who had been held at Mizan Prison in the South-West Region of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, following months of high-level diplomatic engagement between the two neighboring states. The announcement was made in an official statement by Ambassador Apuk Ayuel […]
Aweil’s Cicilia Talang dominates track, claims 5000m national title in Juba
Aweil’s rising star Cicilia Aget Talang lit up the track on Saturday with a commanding and confident performance, storming to victory in the women’s 5000m at the ongoing National Athletics Championship in Juba. Running with the composure of a seasoned champion, Talang broke away early from the pack, maintaining a punishing pace that none of […]
South Sudan approves SSP7 trillion budget for 2025–2026 Fiscal Year
The Council of Ministers on Friday approved South Sudan’s 2025–2026 fiscal year budget totaling SSP7 trillion, during an ordinary session chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The Cabinet has directed the Minister of Finance and Planning to table the budget before Parliament for further debate and final endorsement. Government spokesperson Michael Makuei Lueth noted that […]
Yakani gives Kiir deadline to end stalemate or face government collapse
Civil society leader Edmund Yakani has issued a stark warning to President Salva Kiir, saying the government has until 22 December 2025 to resolve the country’s nine-month political stalemate or risk triggering a full collapse of the Revitalized Government of National Unity. Yakani, the Executive Director of CEPO, said the prolonged impasse combined with stalled […]
Juba set for explosive action as Republican Athletics Championship returns
The South Sudan Republican Athletics Championship resumes tomorrow, Saturday, in Juba, with eight local athletics federations expected to compete in the fourth edition of the annual event. Speaking to the media on Friday after meeting with the organizing committee, Majok Ayii, President of the South Sudan Athletics Federation (SSAF), confirmed that preparations are complete and […]
South Sudan cabinet set to meet again after nine-month pause
South Sudan’s Cabinet is set to resume its weekly sessions on Friday, 14th November 2025, after a nine-month pause that stalled national business, including the passage of the national budget. The announcement came from South Sudan’s Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Dr. Martin Elia Lomuro, in an official letter to the Managing Director of the South […]
Stakeholders launch inclusive consultative dialogue to revive peace agreement
Civil society activist Edmund Yakani has announced a new series of inclusive consultative dialogues aimed at reviving implementation of the 2018 Peace Agreement. Yakani, who serves as CEPO’s Executive Director, noted the process seeks to ease the political impasse and reinforce trust among the agreement’s signatories. “As we have informed you before, we stakeholders committed […]
