No State ceremony as South Sudan marks Martyrs’ Day
South Sudan will commemorate this year’s Martyrs’ Day without an official state-funded ceremony, with the government instead urging communities across the country to organise local remembrance activities amid ongoing economic constraints. The Minister of Culture, Museums and National Heritage, Sarah Nyanath Elijah Yong, announced on Friday that no budget had been allocated for national celebrations […]
Kabu South residents carry patients on wheelbarrows, Chief says
Residents of Kabu South, a fast-growing settlement on the outskirts of Juba, say the absence of roads, healthcare facilities, schools and clean water has left thousands struggling to access even the most basic public services, with patients often transported to hospital on wheelbarrows during medical emergencies. The concerns were raised during a Community Care Programme […]
How a cup of tea brought youth and leaders together for peace in Juba
Under the shade of the Gurei Peace Tree on the outskirts of Juba, a simple cup of tea became more than a refreshment. It became a bridge between young people and government leaders, offering a rare opportunity for honest conversations about peace, unity and the country’s future. More than 300 cups of tea were shared […]
Central Equatoria adopts five year strategy to revive sports development
The Central Equatoria State Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports has adopted a five-year strategic plan aimed at revitalising sports development while expanding opportunities for young people and strengthening cultural preservation across the state. The 2026–2030 strategy was validated during a consultative workshop attended by representatives from government institutions, United Nations agencies, development partners, civil […]
Yei Joint Stars seek national backing for CECAFA title bid
South Sudan women’s football champions Yei Joint Stars have appealed for nationwide support as they prepare for the 2026 CECAFA Women’s Club Championship in Rwanda, saying they are determined to deliver the country’s best performance yet in the regional competition. Club President Engineer Lemi Stephen James William said the team has strengthened its squad by […]
UN Women equips grassroots organizations to advance women’s rights
UN Women has provided office equipment to three women-led organizations in South Sudan in a move aimed at strengthening grassroots institutions working to promote women’s rights, gender equality and protection services across the country. The support, announced during a handover ceremony in Juba, is part of UN Women’s Promoting Localized Gender Accountability to Address Inequality […]
South Sudan warns donor funding decline threatens essential health services
South Sudan’s Ministry of Health has warned that declining international donor support could undermine the delivery of essential health services, urging the government to increase domestic investment to ensure the sustainability of the country’s healthcare system. The warning was issued during a high-level advocacy meeting in Juba on Tuesday, organized by the Ministry of Health […]
South Sudan’s women legislators prepare for political leadership
Women Members of Parliament from across South Sudan have begun a three-day leadership and electoral preparedness training aimed at strengthening their capacity to participate effectively in the country’s anticipated elections and assume greater political leadership roles. The workshop, organized by UN Women in partnership with the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus and the Ministry of Gender, Child […]
Students encouraged to challenge early and forced marriage
Learners at Hope and Wisdom Nursery and Primary School in Juba have been encouraged to challenge harmful practices such as early and forced marriage through education and awareness, as part of a gender-based violence (GBV) sensitization campaign conducted by Global Voices Organization (GVO). The awareness session brought together pupils, teachers, and school administrators to discuss […]
Survivors of wartime rape urge authorities to speed up investigations
Survivors of conflict-related sexual violence have called on South Sudanese authorities to accelerate investigations into a landmark war crimes case, saying justice has been delayed for far too long as they continue to live with the trauma and stigma of abuses committed during the country’s civil conflict. The appeal came on Tuesday as more than […]
