Women harness sports to build peace and shape decisions
In South Sudan, where leadership roles have long been dominated by men, a new generation of women is rising and they are doing it through sports. Among them are Jackline Santino and Sarah Kiko, whose election to key positions in the Central Equatoria State Basketball Association (CESBA) marks a powerful shift in gender representation and […]
Seeds of change: How South Sudan’s women are rewriting political power
Under the bright October sun, the conference hall in Juba was alive with color, laughter, and a quiet, powerful determination. Rows of young women, some draped in traditional attire, others in sharp suits clutched their certificates, exchanged embraces, and posed for photographs. But this was more than just a graduation ceremony. It was a moment […]
New dawn for Twic East women as Ahou Abit Ruth takes the helm
A fresh chapter in the story of women’s empowerment has begun in Twic East County with the election and swearing-in of Ahou Abit Ruth Muka as the new Chairlady of Nyiir Cit Arialbek (NCA) — a milestone that many say heralds a new era of inclusive leadership, ambition, and change. Her election, held amid high […]
CES cabinet approves $560M cement, steel project in Kajo-Keji
The Government of Central Equatoria State has approved a landmark $560 million investment by Global Trading Commodities (GTC) Group to establish South Sudan’s first large-scale cement and steel rebar manufacturing plants in Kajo-Keji County. The decision was endorsed during an extraordinary Council of Ministers meeting held Friday, chaired by Governor Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel. […]
Rights group calls for sign language access in constitution-making forums
A consortium of civil society groups has urged South Sudan’s constitutional review body to prioritize sign language interpretation and accessibility measures in all public forums. The group warned that the ongoing constitution-making process risks excluding citizens with hearing impairments. The Constitution Making and Democratic Engagement Consortium (CMDEC) said many civic education sessions and consultation meetings […]
Youth minister calls on students to promote harmony and cultural diversity
South Sudan’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Mary Nawai Martin, has urged South Sudanese students in Uganda to embrace unity, harmony, and cultural diversity as pillars of nation-building, while preserving a shared sense of identity. Speaking during the South Sudanese Students’ Cultural Gala held in Kampala, the minister encouraged the youth to use their cultural […]
Over 30 South Sudan women regain hope after fistula surgery
For more than 30 South Sudanese women, life has taken a transformative turn after receiving successful obstetric fistula surgeries at Juba Teaching Hospital. Once stigmatized and isolated by this debilitating childbirth injury, these women are now stepping into a future filled with hope, health, and renewed opportunity, thanks to a two-week medical campaign supported by […]
South Sudan Leaders urged to prioritize family planning to safeguard women’s futures
Lawmakers and policymakers have been urged to make family planning a national priority as South Sudan joined the global community in commemorating World Contraception Day. Stakeholders say urgent action is needed to improve access to services and information, which remain limited for many women and young people across the country. At an event held at […]
South Sudan joins global paralympic family as full IPC member
South Sudan has officially joined the global Paralympic movement after being granted full membership in the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) during the IPC General Assembly held in Seoul. Represented by Undersecretary of Youth and Sports, Dr. Monica Agum Awet Akot, the country’s admission marks a historic step that allows South Sudanese para-athletes to compete on […]
South Sudan launches dual campaign against polio, schistosomiasis
South Sudan’s Ministry of Health has rolled out a nationwide campaign tackling two major public health threats simultaneously—polio and schistosomiasis. Launched on Tuesday in partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNICEF, the four-day campaign will run from 23 to 26 September, aiming to reach millions of people across 40 counties. Officials said more […]
