Civilians at risk as Akobo clashes intensify, Civil society warns
Civil society organizations across South Sudan have sounded the alarm over escalating violence in Akobo County, warning that intensifying clashes are placing civilian lives in immediate danger and threatening to erode fragile peace gains. In a joint statement issued Tuesday, the groups expressed deep concern over renewed fighting between government forces and opposition elements in […]
Buse gets royal treatment from Mundari community
It was not a coronation, but it certainly felt like one. The dusty plains of Kworijik transformed into a stage of celebration as thousands from the Mundari community and beyond gathered in a spectacle that blended culture, pride, and unmistakable pageantry all in honor of their “son,” Bush Buse. From the moment he arrived, the […]
Juba Institute graduates 42 in major health education milestone
Central Equatoria State has taken another significant step toward strengthening its healthcare system, as 42 new nurses and midwives graduated from the Juba Nursing and Midwifery Institute in a milestone event highlighting the growing investment in health education and workforce development. The 9th graduation ceremony, officiated by Central Equatoria State Minister of Health Joyce Bakwa […]
$8.5 million climate project launched to tackle Bor flood crisis
A major climate resilience project backed by the World Bank has been launched to confront the persistent flooding crisis in Bor Town, offering renewed hope to tens of thousands of residents who face seasonal displacement and loss of livelihoods each year. The $8.5 million Regional Climate Resilience Program (RCRP), set for implementation between 2026 and […]
Juba residents cry foul over excess electricity charges
Residents in Juba are raising alarm over what they describe as widespread overcharging by electricity Point-of-Sale (POS) agents, despite clear guidelines issued by the Juba Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO) limiting commissions to just 2 percent. The growing frustration follows a public notice shared on JEDCO’s official platforms, reiterating that all authorised agents must strictly adhere […]
Over 50 youth gang suspects arrested as Lobong enforces law in Torit
More than 50 youths suspected of involvement in organized gang activity have been arrested in Torit, as authorities in Eastern Equatoria State move to crack down on rising incidents of violence and public disorder. The arrests followed a security operation on Friday, April 3, targeting a group accused of roaming parts of the town armed […]
Yei, Magwi communities tap honey value chain for growth
Communities in Yei River and Magwi counties are increasingly turning to honey production as a reliable source of income, following a new initiative aimed at strengthening rural livelihoods and building economic resilience across parts of Central and Eastern Equatoria. A total of 140 beneficiaries, including 105 men and 35 women, have received 280 modern Kenya […]
Kiir orders immediate restart of J1 project after 18-month halt
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the immediate resumption of the J1 construction project in Juba, ending an eighteen-month suspension and signaling a renewed push to modernize South Sudan’s administrative infrastructure. The President’s directive follows a high-level meeting with the project’s Oversight Committee, emphasizing that work should continue uninterrupted until completion. To mark the restart, […]
WBG closes Wau PoC site as families relocate to new homes
Authorities in Western Bahr el Ghazal State have officially closed the Protection of Civilians (PoC) site in Wau as hundreds of internally displaced families begin a new chapter in newly constructed homes in Khor Malang, Jur River County. The closure follows the organized relocation of displaced households from the long-standing PoC site to a purpose-built […]
Hearing-impaired community in Wau seeks practical support as inclusion efforts grow
Members of the deaf community in Wau are calling for urgent, practical support to address persistent barriers in education, healthcare, and access to justice, even as new investments aimed at promoting inclusion begin to take shape across Western Bahr el Ghazal State. Community leaders say recent developments including the construction of disability-friendly centers and offices […]
