Young women tipped as pillars of peace and future leadership
Senior government officials and civil society leaders have underscored the central role of young women in shaping South Sudan’s peace, unity, and long-term development, urging them to step confidently into leadership and civic life. The call was made during a youth training and brainstorming session held in Juba, which brought together policymakers, civil society actors, […]
Josephine Lagu fired as Kiir brings back Hussein Abdelbagi as Vice President
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has once again shaken the political table, sacking Josephine Joseph Lagu and reinstating Hussein Abdelbagi Akol as Vice President in a sudden reshuffle that sent ripples through Juba’s power corridors. The move, announced on Thursday evening on SSBC, ends Lagu’s tenure as Vice President for the Services Cluster and marks […]
El-Merreikh SC-Bentiu fight back to keep six-point title cushion
Under pressure but never panicked, El‑Merreikh SC‑Bentiu once again showed why they are setting the pace of the title race, roaring back from an early setback to beat Holy Family FC 3–1 in a statement victory. The afternoon began on the wrong note for the league leaders as Holy Family struck first, catching El-Merreikh cold […]
Displaced families in Juba’s IDP receive emergency food and hygiene Supplies
At least 2,000 vulnerable families in Juba’s Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp III have received much-needed support after IsraAID, with support from MASHAV, distributed emergency humanitarian supplies aimed at easing daily hardship and restoring hope. Each household received basic essential non-food items, including jerrycans for water storage, blankets, mosquito nets, soap, and Aqua Tabs for […]
Lobong expresses shock as Eastern Equatoria misses out on key road projects
A delegation from the Government of Eastern Equatoria State (EES), led by Governor Louis Lobong Lojore, has formally raised concerns over the State’s exclusion from recently approved national road projects. The delegation met the National Minister of Roads and Bridges, Peter Lam Both, in Juba, following a 20 February 2026 Council of Ministers resolution that […]
Kiir removes Barnaba Bak, reappoints Salvatore Garang after five years
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has removed Barnaba Bak Chol as Minister of Finance and Planning and reappointed Salvatore Garang Mabiordit to the post, five years after he was dismissed from the same position. The changes were announced in an executive order read on national television on Monday evening. Garang previously served as finance minister before […]
President Kiir assures UN of full humanitarian access across South Sudan
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has assured the United Nations and humanitarian partners of unrestricted access to all areas in South Sudan, pledging support for aid delivery to communities affected by conflict and displacement. Speaking during a high-level meeting with UN officials in Juba, President Kiir emphasized the government’s commitment to facilitating humanitarian operations and addressing […]
Who runs Juba’s markets? Chamber of commerce leaders clash in public
A bitter public dispute has erupted over the leadership of Juba’s key markets, with rival chamber officials trading accusations, court orders, and counterclaims in a clash that has left traders caught in the middle. At a press conference on Tuesday, Marcello Swaka Lako, Chairperson of the Juba City Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture, strongly […]
Nile Basin Initiative seeks common ground on Nile water disputes
The Nile Basin Initiative (NBI) has renewed calls for Nile riparian states to embrace cooperation over confrontation as longstanding disputes over water governance remain unresolved. Speaking during the 20th Regional Nile Day celebrations in Juba on Saturday, NBI Executive Director Dr. Eng. Nestor Niyonzima said collaboration among member states is essential for sustainable and peaceful […]
South Sudan turns to gum arabic in shift away from oil dependence
South Sudan has launched a major regional push to revive its gum arabic sector, signaling a strategic shift toward economic diversification as the country seeks alternatives to its oil-dependent economy. The move comes as Juba hosts a five-day Regional Harmonization Meeting of the EASC/TC 005 on Food Additives from February 23–27, 2026, bringing together standards […]
