NILE PET rejects Workers’ Trade Union, urges registration amid strike
The management of Nile Petroleum Corporation (NILE PET) has dismissed the existence of a trade union for its workers, who staged a sit-in strike over delayed salary payments, urging them to register formally. In a statement obtained by Standard Zone News, Wednesday, Nilepet clarified that the Workers Trade Union is not legally recognized within the […]
Worsening human rights crisis in South Sudan’s conflict – Yakani
The ongoing armed conflict in South Sudan has led to grave human rights violations, with civilians enduring widespread atrocities as warring factions continue to commit shocking acts, including the humiliation and burning of deceased opponents. Mr. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of CEPO, has described the scene a “clear evidence of the erosion of human dignity,” […]
Activist calls for civic space in Northern Bahr el Ghazal
A civil society leader in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Bulis Nguak Deng, has urged Governor Simon Ober Mawut to formally declare civic and political space in the state, emphasizing the importance of freedom of expression as guaranteed by South Sudan’s constitution. Speaking to Standard Zone News over the weekend, Nguak stressed that every citizen […]
NBGS lawmakers push for assembly reopening in face of executive delays
The Northern Bahr el Ghazal State Assembly has remained inactive, with its sessions suspended for about three months since March 2025. However, lawmakers had anticipated that the assembly would resume on June 1, 2025, with a primary focus on the fiscal year budget preparation ahead of the next financial year comes July 1, 2025. The […]
SPLM official defends NBG governor amid call for dismissal
The former secretary for research and training of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Northern Bahr el Ghazal and a prominent member of the party has spoken out in defense of Governor Simon Ober Mawut amid increasing calls for his removal from office. Speaking to Standard Zone News on Wednesday, Jok acknowledged the leadership challenges […]
All eyes on 2025-26 Financial Bill as Fiscal Year Budget out for public review
For the first time, South Sudanese citizens will have the opportunity to participate in the national budget process as the parliamentary committee for finance engages with civil society ahead of a public hearing on the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget. The preparation process has begun, with civil society organizations receiving a draft copy of the financial […]
Why UNSC should separate individual sanctions from arms embargo
Civil society activist Ter Manyang Gatwech has criticized the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) penholders for conflating arms embargoes with individual sanctions, pointing out various risks associated with these approaches. In a statement to Standard Zone News, Manyang, who leads the Centre for Peace and Advocacy, explained that these two measures serve different purposes, and […]
NBG governor denies funding social media war against opponents
Governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Simon Ober Mawut, has denied claims that he funded a social media campaign against his opponents. In an exclusive interview with Standard Zone News, Garang Makuei, deputy press secretary in governor’s office, stated that the governor lacks the financial resources to support such activities. “We don’t even have […]
Defend the Constitution from political interference, Dr. Geri tells advocates
Dr. Geri Raimondo, an assistant professor at the University of Juba, has called on advocates to protect the South Sudan constitution from political interference and violations. Speaking during the induction lecture for newly admitted advocates to the South Sudan Bar Association on Saturday, Dr. Geri emphasized the importance of courage in standing up for constitutional […]
South Sudan’s gold sector faces revenue risks amid illicit mining
A new report by the Civil Society Coalition of Natural Resources (CSCNR) has exposed serious transparency issues and revenue collection risks in South Sudan’s gold mining sector. The study, conducted in collaboration with the Institute of Social Policy and Research (ISPR), highlights how illicit mining practices and weak regulatory oversight are costing the government millions […]
