Expert casts doubt on government’s new economic reform committee
A South Sudanese economist has questioned whether the government’s newly established High-Level Ministerial Committee on Economic Reform has the technical capacity needed to steer the country out of its prolonged economic crisis. Dr. Abraham Maliet said while the creation of the committee signals the government’s intention to tackle mounting economic challenges, ministers alone cannot deliver […]
Magaya wins Azande Maridi community leadership election in Juba
The Azande Community of Maridi in Juba has ushered in a new leadership team following a closely watched election that brought together community members, traditional leaders, and stakeholders from across Western Equatoria State. Eng. Boutrous Magaya was elected Chairperson during a general election held on June 28, 2026, at Nazareth Parish in Juba. The poll […]
Aweil East youth union demands justice for its detained senior officials
Aweil East County Youth Union has urged authorities to either charge or release senior Northern Bahr el Ghazal officials detained over alleged corruption. The appeal was made during a press briefing in Juba on Sunday, where the youth body urged authorities to uphold constitutional guarantees of due process and the rule of law. Among those […]
Battle for Youth support heats up in NBGs, as cash and motorbikes flow
A fierce contest to win the hearts and minds of Young people in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state is unfolding with senior government officials pouring millions of pounds into youth organizations in what many critics see as a bid to regain influence and rebuild political Support. The latest show of generosity came during a Youth […]
Opposition Alliance leaders reject Abdelbagi’s ‘vote Kiir’ message
The South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) has distanced itself from remarks by Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Akol urging Muslims to vote for President Salva Kiir, exposing fresh divisions within the opposition coalition ahead of the country’s anticipated elections. The controversy erupted after Abdelbagi addressed worshippers during Eid al-Adha celebrations in Aweil, Northern Bahr el Ghazal […]
“I didn’t come to arrest anyone”_ Ateny breaks silence on Europe trip amid online storm
The Minister of Information and government spokesperson, Ateny Wek Ateny has denied claims that his visit to Europe was linked to any attempt to arrest a UK-based government critic Simon Dee, following days of intense online speculation. In a public statement posted on his Facebook page, Ateny dismissed the allegations as baseless, insisting that his […]
SSRA, URA mull cooperation on cross-border trade issues
The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) and the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in an effort to curb smuggling, illegal dumping, and tax evasion that affect cross-border trade between the two neighboring countries. The agreement follows a high-level meeting held on Tuesday, February 18, 2026, at the URA headquarters in […]
Police in Northern Bahr el Ghazal receive motorbikes to improve GBV case handling
The Special Protection Unit (SPU) of the South Sudan National Police Service in Northern Bahr el Ghazal has received three motorbikes from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to strengthen the investigation and response to gender-based violence (GBV) across the state. The motorbikes, donated with support from the Government of Japan, aim to improve mobility […]
Mobile court launched in Aweil West to ease legal access
The Judiciary of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has launched a mobile circuit court in Nyamlell to expand access to justice for remote communities. The new court marks a significant step toward improving legal service delivery across the state, addressing the long-standing challenges faced by residents […]
NBG governor urges dialogue over traders’ attacks as youth push for lawsuit
Northern Bahr el Ghazal Governor Simon Ober Mawut has urged youth to avoid social media incitement and embrace dialogue following recent attacks on traders in Jonglei State. The call for calm comes as youth leaders from the state mobilize a lawsuit against the Jonglei state government, demanding justice for the victims. The tensions flared in […]
