Unity in diversity shines at Juba’s Pojulu cultural festival
The 2025 Pojulu Cultural Festival in Juba has electrified the city, offering a refreshing escape from economic challenges and political tensions. Held at Rocky City’s playground, the three-day event has drawn thousands of citizens, offering a much-needed respite from the nation’s economic challenges and political tensions. Thousands of South Sudanese, mostly youths adorned in traditional […]
South Sudan’s rising star Khaman Maluach declared for 2025 NBA Draft
By Denilson Deneki South Sudanese basketball sensation Khaman Maluach has officially declared for the 2025 NBA Draft, scheduled for June 25–26, marking a significant milestone in the young star’s journey from conflict-torn roots to global recognition. Standing at an imposing 7-foot-2, the 18-year-old center has emerged as one of the most promising talents out of […]
Kawaja, Sawat wins historic medals for South Sudan
South Sudan’s athletes Abur Kawaja and Samuel Sawat scooped historic medals at the Eastern Africa U18 & U20 Championships held in Zanzibar. Athlete Abur Kawaja won silver medal in the 100m, his first-ever medal for the country at regional stage. While Samuel Sawat earned bronze medal in 800m after finishing third in the same competition. […]
Clash of the titans: Silver X fires back at DJ Cent with new diss track ‘Kelib Dusu Kara’
The South Sudanese music scene is on fire, A heated rivalry between Silver X, the Australia-based music icon, and Juba based star DJ Cent Mr. No Rest has taken center stage, capturing the attention of fans across the globe. It all started when DJ Cent took to social media with bold claims, boasting that he’s […]
500 illegal weapons confiscated in Malakal gun search
Authorities in Upper Nile State have seized nearly 500 illegal weapons, including AK-47 rifles and PKM machine guns, following a house-to-house search in Malakal town. The operation, aimed at restoring law and order, focused on disarming unauthorized individuals and reducing security risks. Speaking to Standard Zone News over the phone, Major General Lul Ruai, the […]
Global tributes pour in as final farewell begins for Pope Francis
Pope Francis passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, following complications from a stroke. His death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from around the world, reflecting his profound impact on the Catholic Church and global society. He died at his residence in the Domus Sanctae Martae, a modest guesthouse […]
Opinion: Stop the disrespect! our artists deserve better
By Gista Wasuk, a comedian and Actor, a Concerned Supporter of South Sudanese Creatives. The entertainment landscape in South Sudan is evolving—but not always in the right direction. There is a growing trend that is not only frustrating but deeply demoralizing: the consistent preference for so-called international artists over our homegrown talent. In recent months, […]
Governor Ober mourns legendary Anyanya One General, Akol
The governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Simon Ober, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of General Albino Akol Akol, a revered figure in South Sudanese history and a hero of the Anyanya One liberation movement. Gen. Akol passed away in Nairobi, Kenya, on Saturday due to an undisclosed illness. In a heartfelt […]
Pope Francis has died age 88
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and head of the Catholic Church, passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. The Vatican confirmed his death following a prolonged hospitalization due to respiratory complications, including double pneumonia. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, announced the Pope’s passing at 7:35 a.m. local time […]
Antony Kent Umgbagbia’s fast-rising journey to football stardom
By Liam Josh In the heart of East Africa, where football dreams are born on dusty pitches and nurtured by raw passion, a young star is making waves across borders. His name is Antony Kent Umgbagbia, a gifted winger whose dazzling footwork and blazing speed are capturing attention from South Sudan to the broader East […]
