Yakani condemns SSPDF, SPLA-IO interference in Bentiu POC
The Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Mr. Edmund Yakani, has strongly condemned what he described as deliberate interference by elements linked to the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army–In Opposition (SPLA-IO) in the Protection of Civilians (POC) site in Bentiu, Unity State. He warned […]
South Sudanese activist renews ceasefire call as fighting intensifies in Jonglei
South Sudanese civil society activist Edmund Yakani has renewed urgent calls for an immediate ceasefire and inclusive political dialogue, warning that escalating clashes between government and opposition forces in Jonglei State could plunge the country back into full-scale war. Speaking at the start of the new year, Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for […]
Voice of The Dawn falls silent: Journalist Emmanuel Akile laid to rest in Juba
South Sudan has bid farewell to one of its most respected and recognizable radio voices, as veteran journalist and Eye Radio Dawn Show presenter Emmanuel Joseph Akile was laid to rest on Saturday at his family home in Gurei, on the outskirts of Juba. Akile, 36, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Gudele […]
Yakani urges Kiir to begin reconciliation by releasing political detainees
The Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Mr. Edmund Yakani, has urged President Salva Kiir Mayardit to translate his Christmas message of peace, forgiveness and reconciliation into concrete action, calling for the immediate release of political detainees as a starting point for genuine national healing. Reacting to President Kiir’s Christmas address, […]
Kiir, allies approve peace changes without Machar’s SPLM-IO
The Presidency in Juba unanimously endorsed changes to key peace agreement clauses to pave the way for elections, proceeding without Machar-led SPLM-IO. The Juba session brought together the Presidency and allied parties but went ahead without Machar’s SPLM-IO, raising concerns over inclusivity and consensus. According to a communiqué drafted following last week’s Presidency meeting, the […]
South Sudan Football Federation signs new deal with Qatar
The South Sudan Football Federation signed a cooperation agreement with its Qatari counterpart, targeting long-term football development. The agreement was signed by SSFF President Mr. Francis Amin and QFA President Mr. Jassim bin Rashid Al-Buainain, reviving and expanding a Memorandum of Understanding first established in 2020. The renewed partnership focuses on enhancing football administration, national […]
UK envoy urges South Sudan to cut aid dependence, take health ownership
British Ambassador to South Sudan, David Ashley, has urged the government to substantially increase its domestic investment in the health sector, warning that the country’s overwhelming reliance on international aid is no longer sustainable. Ashley delivered the message on Tuesday while addressing the 2025 National Health Summit in Juba, where he spoke on behalf of […]
Government arrives after fire finishes devastating Customs market
A high-level government delegation from both national and state levels visited Customs Market yesterday, but only after flames had already consumed dozens of shops. Traders watched helplessly as the fire raged for nearly two hours, spreading uncontrollably while firefighters arrived late and were unable to contain the blaze. Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony, accompanied by National […]
Western Equatoria governor replaces senior officials in major shake-up
Western Equatoria State Governor James Alteib has carried out a sweeping overhaul of the state’s leadership, dismissing a wide range of senior officials and appointing new figures to key government positions. In a gubernatorial decree issued from the state secretariat, the governor relieved the Mayor of Yambio Municipality and multiple Directors-General from major ministries, including […]
South Sudan’s consultative dialogue opens as parties seek consensus
South Sudan’s home-based stakeholders and political parties have officially opened the long-awaited Consultative Dialogue in Juba, with the ruling SPLM-IG and its allied political groups leading the first phase of discussions. Speaking during Monday’s opening session, SPLM Second Deputy Chairperson Mary Apayi Ayiga described the dialogue as a critical undertaking as the country prepares for […]
