Three-time ex-finance minister Mabiordit dies in Juba
South Sudanese economist and former finance minister Salvatore Garang Mabiordit has died in the capital, Juba, his family and government officials have confirmed. Mabiordit died on Thursday evening at AMI Clinic, aged after more than four decades in public service. His family did not immediately disclose the cause of death. His death comes just days […]
President Kiir’s office rejects external interference in South Sudan’s politics
The office of the President Salva Kiir has rejected what it describes as external interference in South Sudan’s political affairs, insisting that the country’s political decisions must remain the responsibility of its people and national institutions. In a press statement titled “South Sudan’s Peace Process: Sovereignty, National Ownership and the Path to Elections,” the presidency […]
Court rejects bid to record Dr. Machar trial testimony
The Special Court trying First Vice President Dr Riek Machar and seven co-accused has rejected a request by the fifth accused to have his testimony recorded by an in-house videographer. The court dismissed the request on Wednesday, saying such an arrangement had not been provided to defendants who had already testified in the high-profile proceedings. […]
South Sudan marks veterans day as Kiir honours war veterans
South Sudan has marked Veterans Day with President Salva Kiir Mayardit paying tribute to the men and women who took part in the country’s long struggle for independence. In a statement issued on Tuesday, August 18, President Kiir described the day as an occasion to remember South Sudanese who responded to the national call to […]
Court dismisses Diocese of Juba case against Moru congregation leaders
A court in Juba has dismissed a criminal case brought by the Episcopal Diocese of Juba against six leaders and members of the Moru Congregation, ruling that the Diocese lacked the legal capacity to institute the proceedings. The ruling, delivered on Monday, August 18, dismissed Criminal Case No. 4071 of 2025 and discharged all six […]
Azande kingdom and churches back return to traditional funeral practices
The Azande Kingdom, churches and the Western Equatoria State Government have backed a return to traditional funeral practices, calling for greater respect and dignity during mourning and burial ceremonies. The agreement was reached in Yambio on Monday during a meeting chaired by His Majesty Atoroba Peni Rikito Gbudue, King of the Azande Kingdom, and attended […]
Akoon community gains access to safe and reliable water
More than 1,000 people in Akoon Community now have access to safe and reliable water following the construction of a borehole by Action Against Hunger, with support from the European Union’s humanitarian funding through ECHO. The new water point has eased longstanding shortages in the community, where residents previously relied on unsafe and unreliable water […]
President Kiir congratulates newly ordained Catholic priests in Juba
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has congratulated three newly ordained Catholic priests as they begin their ministry and service to the people of South Sudan. President Kiir made the remarks on Sunday after attending Holy Mass at St Theresa Cathedral, commonly known as Kator Cathedral, in Juba. The Mass was presided over by Rev. Fr. Nelson […]
Kator county court given exclusive jurisdiction over Juba city cases
South Sudan’s Chief Justice and President of the Supreme Court, Dr. Benjamin Baak Deng, has designated Kator County Court in Central Equatoria State to exclusively handle cases currently pending before the Juba City Council. The decision was issued through Administrative Order No. 2/2026, dated August 12, 2026, following a recommendation submitted by Juba City Mayor […]
South Sudan embassy in Nairobi shut again over rent debt
South Sudan’s embassy in Nairobi has reportedly been shut again over outstanding rent arrears, disrupting consular services for South Sudanese living, studying and travelling in Kenya. The reported closure has left citizens facing difficulties accessing essential services, including travel documents and other consular assistance. Details on the amount of the latest arrears and how long […]
