WES cabinet approves four suits for ministers as crisis persists
The Council of Ministers of Western Equatoria State convened its first meeting this week under the leadership of the newly appointed Governor James Al Taib and Deputy Governor, alongside six newly sworn-in ministers. The gathering, described as “unique and historic,” marked the start of a new chapter for the state leadership although with old challenges. […]
Council of ministers in Western Equatoria maps out 100-Day action plan
The Council of Ministers in Western Equatoria State has unveiled a 100-day action plan aimed at tackling insecurity, promoting good governance, and strengthening institutions, following its first official meeting under new leadership this week. Chaired by the newly appointed Governor James Al-Taib and Deputy Governor, alongside six sworn-in ministers, the meeting was described as “unique […]
Church leaders launch new peace push to rescue faltering pact
South Sudan’s most senior church leaders have launched a new peace push, calling on the nation’s political leadership to move from mere rhetoric to actionable commitments to rescue the country’s faltering peace process. In a statement released after a high-level summit in Kenya, the South Sudan Council of Churches (SSCC) warned that the nation stands […]
South Sudan, partner seal $9.98M deal on flood protection
South Sudan’s Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) has signed a $9.98 million agreement with the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS) to protect flood-prone communities and improve access to clean water across the country. MWRI Undersecretary Achier Manyuat John said the Ministry is determined to ensure transparency in implementing the project. “We are […]
SSFF and Molobur community join forces to secure Stadium land
South Sudanese football may be on the cusp of a major breakthrough as the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) and the Molobur Development Association come together to fast-track the acquisition of land for a future stadium. The high-level meeting, held this week in Juba, brought together SSFF President Francis Amin Michael, First Deputy Makur Majok, […]
Vice President Bol escorts wife to justice ministry as she assumes office
South Sudan’s Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel personally escorted his wife, Advocate Sarah Peter Nyot, to assume her new post as Counsel General in the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. A statement from the Vice President’s office hailed Sarah as “an accomplished lawyer with vast international experience,” and affirmed her pledge to serve […]
Kiir hails GERD as symbol of African unity despite Egypt, Sudan concerns
President Salva Kiir of South Sudan, guest of honor at the inauguration of the Great Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), praised the project as a milestone for African self-reliance and unity, even as the dam continues to spark tensions with downstream nations Sudan and Egypt. The dam, Africa’s largest hydroelectric project, has been hailed by Ethiopia […]
Revenue Authority Chief issues stern warning on tax exemptions
The Commissioner General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA), Simon Akuei Deng, has issued a stern warning to staff over the granting of tax exemptions, describing the practice as detrimental to national revenue collection. Speaking at a ceremony for the newly appointed Deputy Commissioner General at SSRA headquarters, Deng emphasized that even the President, […]
China unveils global governance initiative to mark UN’s 80th anniversary
As the United Nations prepares to celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2025, China has launched a new proposal, the Global Governance Initiative (GGI), aimed at reshaping the international order to be more equitable, inclusive, and responsive to contemporary challenges. The initiative, unveiled in a detailed concept paper, comes amid growing turbulence in the global landscape […]
Taban Deng hails Juba Auto Show as platform for youth enterprise
Vice President for Infrastructure Cluster, Taban Deng Gai, has praised the Juba Auto Show as a promising platform for youth enterprise, urging financial institutions to back innovative projects that can accelerate South Sudan’s private sector growth. Speaking after a meeting with the Auto Show team led by CEO Mandela Nelson Denis, the Vice President said […]
