Jonglei clashes put 450,000 children at malnutrition risk—UNICEF
Escalating violence in South Sudan’s Jonglei State has placed more than 450,000 children at risk of acute malnutrition, as mass displacement and insecurity continue to disrupt lifesaving health and nutrition services, UNICEF has warned. The agency says renewed hostilities since the start of 2026 have displaced at least 250,000 people, mainly in northern and central […]
South Sudan tables SSP 7 trillion budget for FY 2025/26
The Government of South Sudan has tabled a national budget totaling SSP 7 trillion for the 2025/26 fiscal year, outlining a stabilisation-focused spending plan aimed at restoring economic order after a turbulent year marked by oil disruptions, inflation, and cash shortages. Presenting the budget before the Transitional National Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, Minister of Finance […]
Gen. Simon Gatwech dumps Port Sudan–Juba peace deal
Gen. Simon Gatwech Dual, leader of the SPLM/A-IO Kit-Gwang faction, has announced his withdrawal from the Port Sudan–Juba peace agreement, accusing the South Sudanese government of failing to honour its commitments and of resuming military operations against his forces. In a letter dated February 2, 2026, Gatwech formally notified Sudanese authorities of his decision to […]
Kapoeta mayor admits salary delays, insecurity hamper service delivery
The Mayor of Kapoeta Municipal Council, Kolotede Lomuria Abraham, has acknowledged mounting operational challenges facing the municipality, citing delayed salaries, limited mobility, and insecurity as major obstacles undermining effective service delivery. Speaking in an interview, Mayor Lomuria described salary delays as the most urgent concern, noting that irregular payment of civil servants has significantly disrupted […]
Torit commissioner calls for unity as stability gradually returns
The Commissioner of Torit County, Lokan Charles, has called on residents to embrace unity and reconciliation as security conditions in the county show signs of improvement, following months of instability that disrupted livelihoods and food production. Speaking in an interview, Lokan said insecurity and economic hardship remain the most pressing challenges facing Torit, noting that […]
AU peace council calls for immediate halt to South Sudan hostilities
The African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) has called for an immediate and unconditional cessation of hostilities in South Sudan, expressing deep concern over the slow implementation of the 2018 Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS). The call was made following the PSC’s 1326th meeting held on […]
Leadership battle escalates in South Sudan chamber of commerce
A growing power struggle has erupted within the South Sudan National Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (SSNCCIA), as rival factions clash over claims to the institution’s leadership. The dispute intensified after businessman Bona Bol Bol Arech was reported to have been elected Interim Chairperson in a controversial General Assembly meeting claims that the sitting […]
President Kiir’s office clarifies inclusion of deceased nominee in dialogue committee
The Office of the President has clarified the circumstances surrounding the inclusion of a deceased nominee in the recently constituted leadership body for dialogue on election-related matters under the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS). In a statement issued on Monday, Amb. David Amour Majur, Press Secretary in the […]
Central Bank governor pledges measures to resolve cash, liquidity shortages
The Governor of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), Damian, has pledged decisive measures to resolve persistent cash and liquidity shortages in the economy. In a press statement issued on January 30, 2026, Governor Ohisa noted that his return comes at a critical time, as South Sudan continues to grapple with severe economic shocks marked […]
Western Bahr el Ghazal governor directs 10% school fee cut
The Governor of Western Bahr el Ghazal State, Maj. Gen. Sharif Daniel Sharif, has directed all private schools in the state to reduce school fees by 10 percent for the 2026 academic year, following growing concerns from parents over the rising cost of education. The directive was issued after repeated appeals from citizens, with Governor […]
