Rejaf’s new farming project puts women, youth at the center
On the fertile banks of Rejaf East’s Gbuduge village, the sound of hoes striking the earth carries more than the promise of crops, it signals a new chapter for women and youth determined to fight hunger and reclaim their future through farming. At the launch in Tokiman East, State Minister of Agriculture, Environment, and Forestry, […]
Youth urged to lead ‘Second Liberation’ through education and unity
South Sudan’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr. Joseph Geng Aketch, has called on the nation’s young people to lead a “second liberation,” this time not through conflict, but through education, peace, and unity. Dr. Geng made the appeal during International Youth Day celebrations at Rock City Playing Ground over the weekend. The event was […]
How Amin crushed Maduot 26–12 to retake SSFF crown
It was the kind of comeback that belongs to football folklore. On a day when the odds seemed stacked against him, Francis Amin Michael stormed back into the spotlight, crushing incumbent Augustino Maduot Parek with a decisive 26–12 victory to reclaim the presidency of the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF). The margin was emphatic, a […]
South Sudan rolls out malaria vaccine to protect children
South Sudan has begun rolling out the R21 malaria vaccine, a move health officials say will shield thousands of young lives from one of the country’s deadliest diseases. “Every child deserves a childhood free from malaria. The R21 vaccine will protect more children from sickness and death, enabling them to survive, thrive, and shape the […]
South Sudan’s push for inclusive agribusiness gains ground
In Juba, South Sudan’s capital, a diverse coalition of farmers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and financial leaders gathered this week under one roof with a shared purpose: to reshape the country’s agricultural future through inclusion, resilience, and grassroots leadership. The event, titled Building Resilient and Inclusive Agribusiness Ecosystems in South Sudan, served as both a rallying cry […]
South Sudan charts Maputo Protocol action plan
South Sudan has taken a significant step toward advancing women’s rights and gender equality by convening its first national consultative workshop to draft a National Action Plan (NAP) for implementing the Maputo Protocol. Held from July 31 to August 1 at Palm Africa Hotel in Juba, the landmark workshop brought together 65 participants, including representatives […]
KUBRI internship program launched to bridge youth employment gap in South Sudan
The Ministry of Youth and Sports, in collaboration with UNFPA and Impact Health Organization (IHO), has launched the KUBRI Internship Program, an initiative aimed at connecting university graduates with hands-on experience in public institutions. The launch, held at Glory Regency Hotel’s Jonglei Hall, brought together government officials, development partners, youth leaders, and 45 selected interns. […]
Youth union demands action on delayed youth-focused Bills
The South Sudan National Youth Union (SSNYU) has called on lawmakers and key ministries to fast-track youth-related legislation that remains stalled in Parliament or trapped in draft stages across institutions. The call was made during a press conference held Wednesday evening in Juba following a three-day youth legislation workshop in Juba. Thess Marial Rong Ayok, […]
“Fault beneath the vote without healing, ” activists warn
As South Sudan approaches its long-awaited general elections in December 2026, civil society leaders warn that unresolved trauma and political fragmentation could turn the ballot into a battleground instead of a path to progress. Ter Manyang, Executive Director of the Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA), stressed that no vote can be legitimate without first […]
Merit or bias? Ministry stands by India scholarships
South Sudan’s Ministry of Higher Education is standing firm on its recent selection of students awarded scholarships to study in India. The ministry insists the process was rooted in academic merit, not regional or gender-based considerations, despite growing criticism over the overwhelming representation of students from one region and the near absence of female beneficiaries. […]
