Court blocks South Sudan oil sale over loan dispute
A London High Court has issued a last-minute injunction preventing the government of South Sudan from selling a crude oil cargo valued at over US$20 million, after BB Energy sought urgent legal action to recover part of a US$100 million loan it extended to the cash-strapped nation earlier this year, according to Global Trade Review […]
South Sudan launches national headcount and biometric registration
South Sudan has officially launched a nationwide Public Service Headcount and Biometric Registration Exercise, marking a major step toward payroll reform and institutional restructuring across all government sectors. Presiding over the launch, Josephine Lagu Yanga, Vice President and Chair of the Service Cluster, declared the initiative “a national priority and a personal mission” aimed at […]
Kiir calls for better services as new Central Bank chiefs sworn in
President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday administered the oath of office to Yeni Samuel Costa as the new Governor of the Bank of South Sudan, urging him to act swiftly to resolve the nation’s growing liquidity challenges. Kiir urged the new Central Bank leadership to focus on restoring price stability, strengthening monetary policy, and ensuring […]
AGOSS urges lawmakers to pass key health Bills and budget increase
The Association of Gynecologists and Obstetricians of South Sudan (AGOSS) has called on the government to urgently increase national health sector financing and expedite the passage of long-pending professional health bills. They group said, both steps are critical to reversing the country’s alarming maternal mortality trends. The appeal was issued during the association’s 4th Annual […]
CEPO chief condemns intimidation of drivers by traffic police in Juba
The Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmond Yakani, has issued a strong public appeal to the Ministry of Interior, condemning what he described as escalating harassment, intimidation, and unlawful conduct by some traffic police officers in Juba. In a video statement released on Saturday, Yakani said he personally witnessed three […]
Complainer alleges Machar, White Army carried Nasir attack, method remains unproven
Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused faced tense testimony Friday, with the main complainer claiming plots against SSPDF in Nasir, but unable to specify how the attack occurred. Captain Richard Gachi Apollo, representing the National Security Service, testified that Dr. Machar conspired with the White Army militia and SPLA-IO forces to orchestrate attacks on the […]
UNMISS hands over first phase of Juba Airport apron expansion to SSCAA
The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) has officially received Phase One of the apron expansion project at Juba International Airport from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The handover, conducted today at the airport, signals a turning point in efforts to boost operational efficiency, reduce aircraft congestion, and prepare the nation for […]
Special court halts Dr. Machar and co-accused trial as power fails in Juba
The Special Court hearing the case against eight senior SPLM/A-IO officials, including First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny and Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol, was on Wednesday adjourned to Friday, November 14, following a sudden electricity outage at the court premises in Juba. The 20th session was scheduled for the three-judge panel to question […]
Justice minister tables major mining act amendment Bill in TNLA
The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Dr. Joseph Geng Akech, on Tuesday tabled the Mining Act 2012 (Amendment) Bill 2025 before the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), marking the beginning of a far-reaching reform process aimed at reshaping South Sudan’s mining sector. Presenting the Bill during its first reading, Dr. Geng said the proposed […]
Police chief reassigns top officers in “special transfer” move
Inspector General of Police Gen. Abraham Manyuat has reassigned thirteen senior officers nationwide in a “special transfer” aimed at tightening command and improving operational effectiveness within the South Sudan National Police Service. The reshuffle affects key departments, state commissioners, and specialized units, marking a major shake-up in the force’s leadership structure. Among the major shifts, […]
