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 […]
Warrap’s fattening season faces new scrutiny after consecutive deaths
Warrap State is grappling with growing unease after another young man died during the fattening competition, the second fatality reported within just over a week. The latest victim, Bak Wol Agor, passed away on Friday at Majok-tong cattle camp while competing in the annual ritual, only days after 28-year-old Mayol Akeer died in nearby Gogrial […]
Dinka fattening tradition turns tragic as contestant dies in Warrap State
A centuries-old Dinka cultural tradition has been struck by tragedy after a young man, Mayol Akeer, died during preparations for the annual fattening competition in Kuac Ayok, Gogrial West County, Warrap State. The 25-year-old, remembered as vibrant and determined, reportedly passed away on Wednesday after consuming excessive amounts of milk – the central practice of […]
Teng vows to restore winning spirit in struggling South Sudan football
The renowned football coach and former international player Teng Deng, who has declared his candidacy for the presidency of the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF), has pledged to usher in a new era of reform, transparency, and results-oriented leadership in South Sudanese football. Teng, 38, is the only contender in the four-man contest with a […]
John Frog, Kenzo, Rayvanny set Juba ablaze with music
What began as an Independence Day celebration quickly exploded into one of the most unforgettable nights in South Sudan’s music history. Juba Stadium came alive as John Frog, joined by regional superstars Eddy Kenzo and Rayvanny, delivered a blazing performance that left the crowd in awe. With lights flashing, drums pounding, and voices united in […]
The return of the rainmaker: Mayen Akech rises as Ariath Makueidit’s spiritual heir
In the heart of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, a powerful spiritual awakening is stirring. On June 23, 2025, in the Apuoth section of Mabil Village, Aweil East County, a young man named Mayen Akech Koot emerged as a new African Traditional Spiritual leader, proclaiming himself the spiritual successor to the legendary prophet Ariath Makueidit. […]
Music star Cocosan and crew survive scary night crash in Juba
South Sudanese music star Cocosan and three others are lucky to be alive after surviving a late-night car crash in Juba that could have ended in tragedy. The group made up of artists Santiolo Y, Akir Leben, and Amadi FM Station Manager Billy Samson was returning from the emotional funeral of the late singer Chaka […]
Mundri’s rising artist Chaka Boom passes away
The South Sudanese music industry is in shock following the death of Chaka Boom, a vibrant artist and son of Greater Mundri. Chaka Boom, widely celebrated for his unique sound and deep cultural roots, passed away recently, marking a significant loss for the entertainment scene in the Western Equatoria State’s region. His contributions to Greater […]
Welcome to El Merriekh, Son: Joseph Loro’s journey sealed by his mother’s kiss
When defensives midfielder Joseph Loro signed his new contract with El Merriekh Bentiu, he didn’t just hold up the jersey or flash a victory pose he received a gentle kiss on the forehead from his mother, Veronica Juan. In that quiet, emotional moment, Juan said what words couldn’t — Loro’s joining El Merriekh wasn’t just […]
Deng Kuir triumphs in hotly contested TEYA leadership poll
Deng William Kuir has been elected Chairperson of the Twic East Youth Association (TEYA) for the 2025–2027 term, following a closely contested and peaceful election in Juba on Sunday. The election drew high voter turnout from all payams of Twic East County. Kuir, the flagbearer of the Twic East Forward (TEF) camp, emerged victorious on […]
