Wani Igga lays foundation for newly established University of Yei
South Sudan’s Vice-President James Wani Igga has launched the University of Yei project, laying the foundation stone for the new public institution approved by President Salva Kiir. Mr Igga, who is also deputy chairman of the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), said the government had allocated funds to develop the university with President Kiir’s […]
U.S. shifts South Sudan visa processing to Uganda
The United States has ended routine visa services at its Embassy in Juba and shifted visa processing for South Sudan to regional centres, with Kampala, Uganda designated as the processing hub. The change took effect on August 1, 2026, as part of a broader restructuring of U.S. visa operations across Africa that affects 25 diplomatic […]
South Korea faces international scrutiny over religious freedom
South Korea is facing growing international scrutiny over religious freedom and freedom of expression following a press conference in Seoul by several international rights and religious-freedom organisations. Human Rights Without Frontiers (HRWF), CAP Liberté de Conscience, FOREF, CESNUR and Bitter Winter raised concerns about the treatment of religious minorities and the detention of elderly religious […]
Former finance minister Kosti Manibe dies in Nairobi
Former South Sudan Finance Minister Kosti Manibe Ngai has died in Nairobi after a prolonged illness related to heart disease, his family confirmed on Tuesday. Manibe died at M.P. Shah Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment after undergoing an operation. “He underwent an operation and was admitted to the hospital on July 28 and […]
Dr. Machar seeks audio, video recording of his defense testimony
South Sudan’s First Vice President and opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar has asked the court hearing his case to allow audio and video recording of his defense testimony, saying the move would help preserve the proceedings and improve the accuracy of the trial record. Machar initially raised the request while presenting his defense testimony, before […]
RJMEC warns South Sudan peace deal risks collapse
The Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) has warned the UN Security Council that South Sudan’s revitalised peace agreement is at growing risk of collapse due to a prolonged political and security deadlock, repeated ceasefire violations and slow implementation of key provisions. Delivering a virtual briefing to the Security Council on Wednesday, RJMEC Interim […]
Revenue collection hits SSP 154 billion as South Sudan expands tax base
South Sudan’s domestic revenue collection has surged to SSP 154 billion per month, up from SSP 54 billion, as the government intensifies efforts to strengthen tax administration and reduce dependence on oil income. The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) attributed the increase to a series of institutional reforms introduced under the leadership of Commissioner General […]
Kiir calls for patience over Uganda-South Sudan border tensions
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has appealed for calm among residents of Central Equatoria State, urging communities to exercise patience as the government works through ongoing border issues with neighbouring Uganda through dialogue. The appeal came on Wednesday after President Kiir received the resolutions of the recent South Sudan-Uganda cross-border meeting from Central Equatoria State Governor […]
Defense tells court security blocked access to Dr. Machar
Lawyers representing suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar told a court on Wednesday that security officials prevented them from meeting their client despite obtaining judicial approval to consult him ahead of his planned defense testimony. The complaint was raised during the 104th session of Machar’s trial at Freedom Hall in Juba, where the defense […]
Lawmakers summon security chiefs over greater Tonj violence
South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has summoned the ministers of defence and interior, along with the governor of Warrap State, to explain the deteriorating security situation in the Greater Tonj area following a surge in deadly intercommunal violence. The decision was reached during Wednesday’s parliamentary sitting after Warrap State lawmaker Kornelio Mawien Dhor […]
