SPLM ends week-long conference with new commitments
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has concluded its week-long leadership conference in Juba, adopting a series of commitments aimed at strengthening party unity, advancing the peace process and preparing for South Sudan’s general elections scheduled for December 2026. The conference brought together senior party leaders from across the country to review the SPLM’s performance […]
South Sudan seeks stronger digital policies to support economic growth
South Sudan has renewed its push to strengthen digital governance policies, with government officials and technology stakeholders saying improved regulation, cybersecurity and digital inclusion are essential to unlocking economic growth and expanding access to online services. The call came during the South Sudan Internet Governance Forum (SSIGF) 2026, which brought together representatives from government institutions, […]
Political Parties Council registers 39 parties for future elections
The Political Parties Council (PPC) has officially registered 39 political parties, granting them legal recognition and eligibility to participate in South Sudan’s future electoral processes under the country’s Political Parties Act. The announcement marks a key milestone in the country’s ongoing electoral preparations as South Sudan continues implementing its transitional roadmap ahead of long-delayed general […]
Security service warns deliberate fake news spreaders face arrest
South Sudan’s National Security Service (NSS) has warned that individuals who deliberately create or spread fake news and misinformation on social media could face arrest. The warning was issued by NSS spokesperson John David Kumuri, who said the agency has deployed advanced digital forensic technology capable of identifying and tracing people responsible for producing and […]
South Sudan approves contested peace deal changes ahead of elections
South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly has approved controversial amendments to the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement, removing the requirement to complete a permanent constitution and a national population and housing census before the country can hold general elections. The amendments were passed during a Tuesday sitting chaired by Speaker Joseph Ngere Paciko, despite objections from […]
South Sudan to celebrate independence under national heritage year
The Government of South Sudan has called on citizens across the country and in the diaspora to lead grassroots celebrations marking the nation’s 15th Independence Anniversary, saying this year’s commemoration should be driven by communities rather than centered in the capital. The announcement was made on Tuesday by the Minister of National culture, Museums and […]
UNMISS pulls peacekeepers from Akobo County
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has withdrawn peacekeepers from a temporary operating base in Akobo County, Jonglei State, following months of civilian protection operations, as ongoing insecurity continues to threaten stability in the area. The temporary operating base was established following intense fighting earlier this year between the South Sudan People’s Defence […]
South Sudan launches zero rated national e-learning service
South Sudan has launched a new national e-learning platform that will allow students and teachers to access educational content free of internet data charges on the MTN network. The platform, known as Junub Academy, was unveiled on Monday through a partnership between MTN South Sudan, Educare Organization South Sudan, the Ministry of General Education and […]
Machar co-accused says prosecution’s digital expert unfit for high profile trial
A lawmaker standing trial alongside South Sudan’s First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar has told a special court that the prosecution’s digital forensic expert lacked the competence to provide evidence in one of the country’s most high-profile criminal cases. Speaking during the 93rd session of the Special Court on the Incident of Nasir on Monday, […]
Gunmen kill final-year University of Juba student
Before dawn on Monday, what began as another day of hard work for a final-year student at the University of Juba ended in tragedy after he was allegedly shot by suspected robbers who stole his motorcycle in Thongpiny, Juba. John Uchalla Ukel, a final-year Medical Laboratory Sciences student, was working as a boda boda rider […]
