Phone bills rise again as South Sudan’s economy buckles
South Sudanese will pay more to make phone calls, send text messages and access mobile internet after the National Communication Authority (NCA) approved the second phase of a telecommunications tariff exchange rate adjustment, which took effect at midnight on Sunday. The adjustment, implemented by Digitel South Sudan, MTN South Sudan and Zain South Sudan, comes […]
Top comedian warns South Sudan’s economic pain is worsening
One of South Sudan’s best-known comedians, Rocka Ringo, has issued a public appeal to the government, warning that the country’s worsening economic hardship is pushing millions of citizens deeper into poverty and demanding a clear roadmap to address the soaring cost of living. In an open letter addressed to government officials and shared on social […]
MP concludes defence testimony, seeks dismissal of charges
Gatwech Lam Puoch, a member of South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) representing Nasir County under the SPLM-IO, has concluded his defence testimony before the Special Court trying Dr. Riek Machar and his co-accused, asking judges to dismiss the charges against him and reject the prosecution’s digital forensic evidence. Mr. Puoch, the third accused […]
South Sudan boxing president seeks greater support for sport
South Sudan Boxing Federation President Tereza Athian Abdulbagi has called for greater recognition and investment in boxing, saying the sport has the potential to produce champions and unite young people if given stronger support. Speaking during the Independence Day Boxing Championship in Juba over the weekend, Athian urged government institutions, private companies and the public […]
Israeli Ambassador leads Juba peace 5K marathon
More than 200 runners took part in the Central Equatoria State–Israel 5K Race for Peace and Development in Juba on Sunday, an event aimed at promoting peace, youth participation and healthy living through sport. The race was led by Israeli Ambassador to South Sudan Gershon Kedar, who joined participants alongside Central Equatoria State Minister of […]
Dr. Machar co-accused MP gives detailed defence testimony
Gatwech Lam Puoch, a member of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly representing Nasir County and one of the co-accused in the ongoing Nasir incident trial involving First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and other SPLM/A-IO officials, on Wednesday delivered an extensive defence before the Special Court. During the 91st session of the proceedings held at […]
Hundreds expected for 5km Juba peace race
Hundreds of residents are expected to take part in the upcoming 5km Race for Peace and Development in Juba, an event aimed at promoting unity, healthy living and youth empowerment through sport. The race, scheduled for 12 July 2026, was officially launched by the Central Equatoria State Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture in partnership […]
Kajo-Keji MP Anthony Kudus dies in Juba, TNLA confirms
Anthony Kudus, a Member of Parliament representing Kajo-Keji County in Central Equatoria State, has died in Juba, the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has confirmed. According to an official announcement from the Office of the Speaker, lawmaker Kudus passed away on June 23, 2026, in the national capital. The circumstances surrounding his death were not […]
How Mangok Mathiang’s Basketball clinic inspires South Sudan’s next generation
For three days, the sound of bouncing basketballs, cheering spectators, and words of encouragement filled the courts of Juba as South Sudanese basketball star and coach Mangok Mathiang returned home to host a basketball clinic aimed at inspiring young people and giving back to the community that shaped him. The initiative, organized through Mango Hoops, […]
Children survive on leaves, water Lilies as hunger crisis deepens in Jonglei
Children and families in parts of Jonglei State are surviving on leaves, water lilies and seeds meant for planting as escalating conflict, displacement and flooding drive communities deeper into hunger and push some areas closer to famine, Save the Children has warned. The humanitarian organization said worsening insecurity has severely disrupted aid operations across parts […]
