Court examines ransom, phone calls in 36th Machar trial session
The Special Court on the Nasir incident held its 36th session on Monday at Freedom Hall, focusing on alleged ransom payments and phone communications involving First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and the late Major General David Majur Dak, with Dr. Machar standing trial alongside seven senior SPLM/A-IO officials. During the session, the defense team […]
Central Equatoria State launches New Year drive for peace and services
Central Equatoria State (CES) has officially launched its New Year drive aimed at strengthening peace, improving service delivery, and accelerating the implementation of key development priorities across the State. The New Year initiative was unveiled during an extended leadership meeting chaired by Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony, bringing together senior State officials to review progress and […]
SSNBS, WFP sign MoU to refurbish national standards laboratory
The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Food Programme (WFP) to support the refurbishment of the SSNBS Laboratory, marking a major step forward in strengthening the country’s quality infrastructure and regulatory capacity. The partnership is aimed at enhancing laboratory testing services through improved infrastructure […]
Trump claims Maduro captured after massive U.S. strike
U.S. President Donald Trump stunned the world with a dramatic announcement, claiming that American forces had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro following what he described as a “large-scale strike against Venezuela.” In a statement delivered in his trademark blunt style, Trump declared that U.S. military forces had successfully carried out an operation that resulted in […]
SPLM/A-IO claims capture of SSPDF bases in Yuai and Nadapal
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army–In Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) has announced that its forces have captured South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) military bases in Yuai, Jonglei State, and Nadapal, Eastern Equatoria State. The claim was made in a brief statement issued by Col. Lam Paul Gabriel, a spokesperson for the SPLA-IO, who said additional details would […]
Data fact-sheets and analysis of women’s representation in South Sudan’s R-TGoNU-December 2025
Women’s Rights Are Human Rights. #KnowYourRights! South Sudan is at a critical phase of managing conflicts, sustaining peace, and building a democratic society. The Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) faces serious challenges, with violations threatening progress, including women’s inclusion and participation. The Reconstituted Transitional Government of National Unity […]
South Sudan media fraternity grieves loss of journalist Emmanuel Akile
South Sudanese journalist Emmanuel Joseph Akile, a senior broadcaster with Eye Radio, has died after a brief illness, the station confirmed on Tuesday. He passed away at Gudele Hospital in Juba following a two-day hospitalization. Akile was a respected and influential voice in South Sudan’s media landscape, best known as the long-time host of Eye […]
Gen. Wilson Deng declares uprising, challenging Kiir as elections loom
A former senior South Sudanese military officer and diplomat, Gen. Wilson Deng (Weks) Kuoirot, has announced the formation of a new political and armed movement aimed at overthrowing the government of President Salva Kiir, in a dramatic escalation of political tension as the country edges toward long-delayed elections. In a lengthy declaration dated December 28, […]
Kiir reflects on conflict, urges peaceful path forward in Christmas message
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on South Sudanese to recommit themselves to peace, unity and reconciliation as the country marked the Christmas season, urging citizens to reject violence and celebrate the holiday peacefully within their communities. In his Christmas message delivered on December 24, the President extended warm greetings to South Sudanese across the […]
Central Equatoria State launches EBC TV and CES newspaper
The Government of Central Equatoria State (CES) has launched Equator Broadcasting Corporation (EBC) Television alongside the Central Equatoria State Newspaper, marking a significant step in reviving public media after years of limited operations. The Juba-based launch brought together government officials, journalists, civil society actors, and development partners, highlighting a renewed commitment to access to information, […]
