AU Peace and Security Council calls for inclusive dialogue in South Sudan
The African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) has called for an inclusive, high-level political dialogue leaders in South Sudan to resolve the ongoing political stalemate. The call was made following a three-day visit to Juba from August 10-12, 2025, intended to show solidarity with South Sudanese and reaffirm the AU’s commitment to supporting […]
Economic crisis fuels illegal arms trade in South Sudan – CEPO
South Sudan’s deepening economic crisis, which has resulted in more than a year of unpaid salaries for organized forces, is driving a surge in illegal arms trading, with dangerous consequences for peace and stability, the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has warned. CEPO Executive Director Edmund Yakani said the worsening financial hardship is pushing […]
Civil Aviation Authority to forcefully remove illegal Juba Airport occupants
The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) has announced plans to launch forceful evictions of individuals and businesses occupying land at Juba International Airport without authorisation. Director General John Woja said the move follows months of warnings, including a three-month grace period and three separate extensions of 21 days each, but some occupants have refused […]
Over 2 million displaced as South Sudan crisis deepens
South Sudan’s internal displacement crisis has reached staggering levels, with more than 2 billion people reportedly evacuated within the country, according to the chairperson of the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission, Stephen Kueth Gach. The figures, disclosed Thursday during a UNDP handover event in Juba, shade a dire picture of a nation overwhelmed by deepening communal […]
Jamus SC hires Brazilian coach as spending hike stays unclear
Jamus SC has hired Brazilian veteran Heron Ricardo Ferreira as head coach, furthering its big-spending rebuild despite continued lack of financial disclosure. Ferreira, who brings decades of coaching experience across Africa and Latin America, has signed a one-year contract with the Juba-based side. The agreement was confirmed in Tanzania by Marsal Robin, the club’s Deputy […]
Markaz Al Salam leads renewed push for enactment of youth empowerment Laws
Despite making up almost three-quarters of South Sudan’s population, young people are often excluded from the national conversations that shape their future. Markaz Al Salam, a dedicated non-profit organization, is working to change this by creating a platform for youth voices in national policymaking. In line with its focus on peace-building, education, and health, Markaz […]
Will Central Bank’s auction revive South Sudan’s troubled economy?
The Bank of South Sudan (BOSS) has announced a new round of foreign exchange auctions for Thursday, August 7, 2025. The move is part of efforts to reassert control over the currency market and reduce reliance on black market dollar trading. According to the official notice, banks with access to the Refinitiv platform are required […]
South Sudan’s push for inclusive agribusiness gains ground
In Juba, South Sudan’s capital, a diverse coalition of farmers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and financial leaders gathered this week under one roof with a shared purpose: to reshape the country’s agricultural future through inclusion, resilience, and grassroots leadership. The event, titled Building Resilient and Inclusive Agribusiness Ecosystems in South Sudan, served as both a rallying cry […]
China remains EAC biggest trade partner as region posts 0.8 billion surplus
The East African Community (EAC) recorded a trade surplus of USD 0.8 billion in the first quarter of 2025, compared to a trade deficit of USD 4.0 billion during the same period in 2024. The EAC Quarterly Statistics Bulletin for the period January to March 2025 shows that total exports increased by 47.3% to USD 17.7 billion while […]
Team Kakuwa Power launches campaign to restore and rebuild Kakuwa unity
Team Kakuwa Power (TKP) has officially entered the Kakuwa community leadership race, launching what it describes as an inclusive campaign aimed at uniting the Kakuwa people across Greater Yei counties ahead of the August 2025 elections. The launch, held Wednesday in Juba, brought together supporters, elders, and aspiring leaders who pledged to restore community harmony, […]
