“They called us ‘Seven Dogs’ — Puot Kang alleges humiliation in emotional court testimony
Puot Kang Chol, the first accused in the ongoing Special Court case linked to the Nasir conflict, delivered an emotional testimony on Friday, alleging humiliation during detention and accusing senior government officials of fueling the violence that later engulfed parts of Upper Nile State. Resuming his defense before the Special Court in Juba, Puot Kang […]
Kiir says he rejected Bashir’s $505m offer to block South Sudan breakaway
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has claimed that former Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir once offered him $505 million in an alleged attempt to stop South Sudan from gaining independence. Kiir made the remarks on Saturday during celebrations marking the 34th anniversary of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) at Juba Stadium, where he reflected […]
U.S. announces visa restrictions on South Sudan officials, sanctions Crawford Capital Ltd
The United States has announced visa restrictions on members of South Sudan’s transitional government and imposed sanctions on Crawford Capital Ltd., accusing officials and affiliated entities of corruption, undermining the peace process, and fueling instability in the country. In a statement released on Tuesday, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington was taking action […]
Abdelbagi meets community, prepares to brief Kiir before parliament appearance
Vice President for the Services Cluster Hussein Abdelbagi Akol has met with representatives of the Rumbek Community Council as he prepares to brief President Salva Kiir and appear before parliament over the controversial allocation of Rumbek Senior Secondary School premises. The meeting, held in Juba, comes amid mounting pressure on the Vice President following the […]
US warns Kiir’s actions risk destabilizing South Sudan further
The United States has warned that actions by Salva Kiir could further destabilise South Sudan, amid rising concern over military operations and civilian safety. Addressing the United Nations Security Council, US diplomat Ambassador Jennifer Locetta delivered a sharply critical assessment of the government’s conduct, arguing that the country’s crisis is no longer about a lack […]
No press statement on Akobo yet, SSPDF spokesperson says
The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) has announced that it will not immediately issue a press statement regarding the recent military engagements in Akobo County, citing the rapidly evolving security situation on the ground. In a brief notice released on Tuesday, the SSPDF spokesperson, Lul Ruai Koang, said the army is still assessing developments […]
Civilians at risk as Akobo clashes intensify, Civil society warns
Civil society organizations across South Sudan have sounded the alarm over escalating violence in Akobo County, warning that intensifying clashes are placing civilian lives in immediate danger and threatening to erode fragile peace gains. In a joint statement issued Tuesday, the groups expressed deep concern over renewed fighting between government forces and opposition elements in […]
Grassroots peace efforts gain momentum in Western Bahr el Ghazal
A peacebuilding programme implemented by the International Organization for Migration is beginning to deliver tangible results in Western Bahr el Ghazal and parts of Warrap State, as communities increasingly turn to dialogue to resolve disputes and rebuild social cohesion. The initiative, part of a broader United Nations joint programme, integrates peacebuilding with livelihoods and education […]
SPLM/A-IO condemns Jebel Iraq massacre, points finger at SSPDF
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army–In Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) has condemned the killing of civilians in Jebel Iraq, Central Equatoria State, describing the incident as “barbaric and unacceptable.” In a statement issued on Monday, the opposition group said approximately 70 civilians were killed in what it termed a “massacre,” raising fresh concerns over the safety of non-combatants […]
Aid surge in Jonglei as MSF steps up emergency response
A surge in humanitarian assistance is underway in parts of Jonglei and Upper Nile states, as Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) steps up emergency operations to support thousands of people displaced by ongoing insecurity, flooding, and limited access to basic services. In Chuil, a remote area of Jonglei state, MSF has significantly expanded its healthcare response, […]
