FAO hands over laboratory equipment to support South Sudan bureau of standards
The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards has received laboratory equipment from FAO, significantly strengthening national capacity for quality assurance, food safety, and standards compliance. The equipment was handed over during a formal ceremony in Juba under FAO’s Agricultural Market Value Addition and Trade (AMVAT) Project, an initiative aimed at strengthening market systems, improving product […]
Governor Adil, Wani Igga discuss national, state tax harmonization
Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, held a high-level meeting with Dr. James Wani Igga, Vice President of the Republic of South Sudan, to discuss the harmonization of tax collection between the National Government and Central Equatoria State. The meeting, held as a courtesy call, focused on aligning tax policies and administrative procedures […]
Four dead, ten injured in boat accident in Melut county
At least four people have been confirmed dead and ten others injured following a tragic boat accident in Melut County, Upper Nile State, local authorities have told Eye Radio. The incident occurred along the river in Melut, sending shockwaves through the local community as families mourn the sudden loss of their loved ones. The injured […]
President Kiir makes silent changes in military intelligence leadership
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has quietly implemented changes within the leadership of South Sudan’s Military Intelligence, reshuffling top positions without public ceremony or extensive official commentary. According to a presidential decree, Lt. Gen. David Ohucholi has been relieved of his duties as Chief of Military Intelligence (CMI). He has been replaced by Lt. Gen. Abud […]
Kiir fires senior officials as his search for solutions continues
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has issued a series of presidential decrees effecting major changes in the national government and state leadership, relieving several senior officials from their positions. Among those relieved of their duties are James Hoth Mai, Dak Doup Bichiok, and Angelina Teny, who was serving as Minister of Interior. Also removed from office […]
Adut Salva guarantees uninterrupted passport issuance in South Sudan
The Government of South Sudan has pledged to ensure the continuous issuance of passports following years of disruptions that left thousands of citizens stranded without access to essential travel documents. The assurance was given by Adut Salva Kiir, Senior Presidential Envoy for Special Programs, who said the directive to stabilize passport services comes under the […]
UN Commission demands immediate de-escalation of South Sudan fighting
The United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has demanded the immediate de-escalation of fighting across the country, warning that renewed hostilities are placing civilians at grave risk and further undermining the already fragile peace process. In a statement, the Commission expressed deep alarm over the deteriorating political and security situation, citing intensified […]
After months of delays, passport and national ID issuance resumes
After months of uncertainty and long waits, South Sudanese citizens seeking passports and national identity documents can once again access the services, following the arrival of new document booklets at the Immigration Directorate. The resumption of passport and national ID card issuance was officially launched on Friday at the headquarters of the Directorate of Civil […]
US diplomat presses President Kiir to uphold peace, ensure aid Access
The United States has called on South Sudan’s leaders to maintain peace, accelerate the implementation of the Revitalised Peace Agreement, and guarantee unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance to vulnerable communities across the country. The call came after the United States Ambassador to South Sudan, Michael J. Adler, met with President Salva Kiir Mayardit in Juba […]
South Sudan to operationalize official gazette under new presidential directive
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has ordered the establishment of a high-level technical committee to operationalize the South Sudan Official Gazette and upgrade the official website of the Office of the President, in a move aimed at strengthening transparency, legal certainty and the integrity of government communications. The directive, announced on Monday through the state-owned South […]
