Bishops raise alarm over ceasefire breaches in South Sudan
The Catholic Bishops Conference has voiced grave concern over the continued violation of the permanent ceasefire by South Sudan’s peace partners. In a press statement delivered on Friday at the CRS compound in Juba, His Eminence Stephen Cardinal Ameyu Mulla, speaking on behalf of the bishops, described the security situation in the country as “volatile” […]
SSRA suspends controversial Juba zoning and taxpayer registration
After facing fierce opposition from Central Equatoria State, South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has temporarily suspended the planned door-to-door taxpayer registration and zoning exercise in Juba City. In a statement on Thursday, SSRA said the decision follows extensive feedback and concerns raised by various stakeholders during the initial stages of implementation. “As a public institution […]
Tax war: Central Equatoria rejects NRA’s zoning plan, citing constitutional overreach
A fresh battle over revenue collection in Juba is brewing as Central Equatoria State (CES) government is standing its ground, rejecting a move by the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) to carve up Juba into tax zones. The decision, made during a weekly Council of Ministers meeting on Thursday, chaired by Governor Rabi Mujung Emannuel, […]
Inspiring next generation: Second season of Stanbic Jr. NBA League kicks off
Second season of the Stanbic Jr. National Basketball Association (NBA) league commenced last week at the Nimra Talata Basketball Stadium in Juba. This league, designed for boys and girls aged 16 and under, is a collaborative effort primarily between Stanbic Bank and NBA Africa, with the Luol Deng Foundation serving as the implementing partner. This […]
ANALYSIS: How South Sudan became a default destination for U.S. deportees
The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision permitting the deportation of eight migrants from an American military base in Djibouti to South Sudan has flashed alarm among human rights advocates and legal observers alike. While the ruling may appear to resolve a narrow procedural dispute, it raises broader questions about how powerful states use fragile nations […]
ANALYSIS: Is Par Kuol’s suspension spree a path to unity or division in SPLM-IO?
The SPLM-IO is entering a turbulent phase as Interim Chairman Stephen Par Kuol intensifies internal crackdowns amid growing challenges to his leadership. His recent decision to suspend 11 senior members in Western Bahr el Ghazal has ignited fresh controversy, reinforcing concerns over the party’s deepening divisions and the legitimacy of Par’s interim authority. The leadership […]
SPLM-IO split widens as Par suspends dozens of officials
The internal crisis within the SPLM-IO has escalated further after Interim Chairman, Stephen Par Kuol suspended 11 senior party members from Western Bahr el Ghazal State, deepening the divide in an already fractured movement. The reason for the suspension has not been disclosed. However, the suspensions were believed to have been directed at personnel who […]
Mundri’s rising artist Chaka Boom passes away
The South Sudanese music industry is in shock following the death of Chaka Boom, a vibrant artist and son of Greater Mundri. Chaka Boom, widely celebrated for his unique sound and deep cultural roots, passed away recently, marking a significant loss for the entertainment scene in the Western Equatoria State’s region. His contributions to Greater […]
UN80: Our achievements should give us hope for a better future
Eighty years ago this month, the Charter of the United Nations was signed in San Francisco, turning the page on decades of war and offering hope for a better future. For 80 years the United Nations has stood as the highest expression of our hopes for international cooperation, and as the fullest embodiment of our […]
Editorial: South Sudan’s critical moment has come to choose unity or ruin
South Sudan stands at a decisive crossroads, where political will and international resolve must align to prevent a return to devastating conflict. At the heart of this fragile moment is the long-delayed implementation of the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement, which continues to stall due to deep-seated mistrust among the ruling elites and lack of political […]
