Back to the past as Kiir reappoints Koang in Upper Nile State
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dismissed Upper Nile State Governor Jacob Dollar Ruot and reappointed former governor James Koang Chol, The decision, announced in a presidential decree, sees Koang take over a position he previously held before being replaced by Dollar in last year’s reshuffle No official reasons have been given for the reshuffle. Until […]
Puot Kang finally speaks after months of prosecution case
After more than seven months of listening to the prosecution and its witnesses, suspened Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol has finally taken the stand, delivering his first detailed defence statement before the Special Court sitting at Freedom Hall in Juba. Appearing as the first accused in the high-profile case linked to Riek Machar and several […]
UNMISS blocked 480 times as U.S. hits out at President Kiir’s leadership
The United States has sharply criticized South Sudan’s leadership following the renewal of the mandate for the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), revealing that peacekeeping operations were obstructed hundreds of times in recent months. Addressing the UN Security Council, U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz said the mission recorded more than 480 Status of Forces […]
Igga urges peace and reconciliation at Lo’bonok homecoming
Vice President Dr. James Wani Igga has called on South Sudanese citizens to embrace peace, forgiveness, and reconciliation as the foundation for national unity and sustainable development. Speaking during a thanksgiving and homecoming ceremony held in his honour in Lo’bonok, Central Equatoria State, Dr. Igga urged communities across the country to set aside their differences […]
Kiir oversees oath of new officials, calls for professional conduct
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has presided over the swearing-in of a new group of senior government officials, urging them to uphold professionalism, discipline and accountability in the execution of their duties. The ceremony, held at the State House in Juba on Thursday, brought together newly appointed ministers and senior security officials, who took the oath […]
South Sudan government forms committee to investigate Luri Air crash
The Government of South Sudan has formed a high-level fact-finding committee to investigate the recent aircraft accident involving a Cessna 208B Caravan that crashed in the Luri Mountains in Central Equatoria State. The committee was established through a ministerial order issued by the Minister of Transport, Lt. Gen. Rizik Zakaria Hassan, under the legal framework […]
Youth leader says 16 requests to meet President Kiir not approved
The Chairperson of the South Sudan National Youth Union, Taban Paride Lokasmoi, has expressed frustration over delays in securing a meeting with President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The youth leader revealed that all sixteen of his requests to meet the president remain unanswered. Paride said mounting pressure from young people across the country has made it […]
Kiir meets Collo King, calls for national unity ahead of elections
President Salva Kiir on Monday held discussions with the King of the Collo Kingdom, Kuongo Dak Padiet, focusing on national unity, stability, and preparations for the country’s upcoming elections. The meeting brought together the Head of State and the traditional leader in Juba, where both leaders exchanged views on the political and security situation in […]
Dr. Machar Trial: Court fears ‘trial by media,’ rejects defense broadcast bid
A special court in South Sudan on Monday dismissed a defense application seeking live broadcast of proceedings in the ongoing trial of suspended First Vice President Riek Machar, reaffirming its earlier position that hearings will continue without real-time media coverage. The ruling came after defense lawyer Kur Lual Kur petitioned the court last week to […]
President Kiir in Addis to expand South Sudan–Ethiopia ties
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has arrived in Addis Ababa for a state working visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation between the Republic of South Sudan and the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. Upon arrival, President Kiir was received by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed before the two leaders proceeded to hold a comprehensive bilateral meeting […]
