Kiir administration rejects church pressure to release Dr. Machar
President Salva Kiir’s regime has pushed back against calls by the South Sudan Council of Churches to release First Vice President Riek Machar, insisting that the judicial process must proceed without interference. In a statement issued on March 17, the government said while it shares concerns raised by the church over the country’s deteriorating political, […]
Inside the 60th Dr. Machar’s court session on Nasir incident case
Proceedings in the trial related to the Nasir incident continued on Monday as the Special Court convened its 60th session at Freedom Hall in Juba. The case involves several members of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition (SPLM/A-IO), including First Vice President Riek Machar, who are facing charges connected to the incident in Nasir. […]
Minister Atong forced to cancel 90-day Crawford Capital Pay review
The South Sudan’s Minister Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang, has officially cancelled the 90-day Administrative and Technical Review of the Crawford Capital Pay Digital Payment and E-Service System, following directives from Vice President Dr. James Wani Igga, who also chairs the Economic Cluster. The 90-day review, which was initially announced on March 5, 2026, […]
Women leaders urge Kiir to free Machar, restart inclusive political dialogue
Women leaders in South Sudan have called on President Salva Kiir to facilitate the release of First Vice President Riek Machar Teny and other political detainees as part of efforts to restart an inclusive political dialogue aimed at advancing the country’s fragile peace process. The appeal was made during a gathering of women leaders and […]
“Power struggle” – SPLM admits role in 2013 conflict
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has publicly acknowledged its role in the devastating 2013 conflict that plunged South Sudan into years of violence and suffering, describing the war as a “power struggle within the party” and offering an apology to the citizens affected by the crisis. Speaking during a major party gathering in Juba, […]
Unity state urges continued support for conflict and flood victims
Authorities in Unity State have called for sustained commitment from the government and development partners to continue supporting communities affected by conflict and flooding across the state. The appeal was made during a two-day engagement workshop held in Bentiu, where stakeholders emphasized the urgent need for continued assistance to communities facing a growing humanitarian situation […]
UN peacekeepers hold position in Akobo despite evacuation order
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has announced that its peacekeepers will remain in Akobo to continue protecting civilians despite an evacuation directive issued by the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) ahead of planned military operations in the area. In a press release issued on March 9 from Juba, the mission said […]
Akobo in fear as civil society condemns SSPDF order targeting UNMISS base
Residents of Akobo County in Jonglei State are reportedly gripped by fear following an order by the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) directing the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), humanitarian agencies, and civilians to vacate the area within 72 hours. Civil society activists say the directive has heightened anxiety among local communities […]
SSPDF orders UNMISS, NGOs, civilians out of Akobo within 72 hours
The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) has ordered UNMISS personnel, humanitarian organizations, and civilians in Akobo to vacate the town and surrounding areas within 72 hours, following the next phase of military operations in the region. According to a press release issued by Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, the Director for Media & Press […]
Promise on Paper: Why South Sudan’s peace deal fails to protect children
Christine was 17 when she stood among a group of 22 children released from the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces in the village of Rimenze, about 30 kilometres from Yambio, in Western Equatoria State. Christine is not her real name. For years, her life had revolved around survival rather than childhood. Recruited as a child, […]
