Warrap gov’t deploys 1,500 soldiers to quell deadly conflict in Tonj East
Warrap State authorities have announced a plan to deploy 1,500 troops to Tonj East County to quell an escalating inter-communal violence in the area that has been ongoing for three days. According to media reports, the violent clashes between the Luacjang and Jalwau communities has killed at least 26 people with the number expected to […]
Activist slams government for turning salary payments into publicity stunts
Human rights activist Ter Manyang Gatwech has criticized the South Sudanese government for what he describes as the politicization of routine salary payments, saying it reflects deeper governance failures and erodes public trust. In a statement to the media, Monday, Ter Manyang said the government should stop turning civil servant salary disbursements into headline announcements. […]
Vivacell’s $2.9B compensation demand slashed to $48M in ruling favoring South Sudan
South Sudan has secured a major legal victory in a high-profile arbitration case against telecom operator Vivacell, with an international tribunal reducing the company’s $2.9 billion compensation claim to just $48.4 million. Michaeal Makuei, Minister of Information, Communication, Technology, and Postal Services, made the announce on Monday saying “This is a great achievement,” said Minister […]
Activist sentenced to one year in prison for defaming governor
Dut Kuot Akook, a Northern Bahr el Ghazal-based activist who has been in a legal battle with State Governor Simon Ober Mawut over a defamation case, has been sentenced to one year and two months’ imprisonment. Kuot, who was employed by the state Ministry of Finance, was arrested on February 26, 2025, following an allegation […]
Frustration mounts as Melut residents seek fair share of oil revenues
A high-level engagement workshop in Melut has brought renewed focus to growing frustration over the delayed disbursement and lack of transparency in managing the 3% community share from oil revenues. Organized by the Civil Society Coalition on Natural Resources (CSCNR), the meeting gathered 41 participants, including local authorities, community leaders, and representatives from women and […]
Calls grow to depoliticize South Sudan’s transitional justice process
Stakeholders across South Sudan are urging that the country’s transitional justice process remain free from political interference. This call came at the conclusion of a two-day national conference in Juba focused on selecting commissioners for key justice institutions outlined in the 2018 peace agreement. The conference, held last week, brought together representatives from civil society, […]
Freight forwarders back SSNBS’s role in regulating imports for public safety
The South Sudan Freight Forwarders Association (SSFFA) has expressed strong support for the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) following its recent interception of substandard fuel at the Nimule border point. Earlier this week, SSNBS officials halted 11 trucks carrying fuel that failed to meet East African standards. The trucks, attempting to enter South […]
Breaking News: Bahr El-Ghazal University shuts down amid student protests
The University of Bahr El-Ghazal has declared an immediate closure following heated protests over tuition hikes earlier today. The decision was reached during a crucial board meeting chaired by Deputy Vice Chancellor, Dr. Kuel Muail Jok. Students have been ordered to vacate the campus and hostels starting today. The protests erupted in the morning, with […]
Balanda community urges gov’t to probe killing of lawmaker
Balanda community in Tombura County, Western Equatoria State has called on the government to investigate the killing of a state member of parliament who was shot by unidentified gunmen on Thursday. In a statement signed by Eddy Ukele Gumasi, Balanda community chairperson, lawmaker Cross Bazia was ambushed and fatally shot while traveling to his farm […]
Central Equatoria State to abolish unauthorized traditional courts
The government of Central Equatoria State has announced plans to abolish traditional courts operating without official approval in Juba. State officials disclosed the decision during the weekly security meeting held on Tuesday at the state secretariat in Juba, which assesses security concerns and explores solutions for improving stability, highlighted the unauthorized operations of traditional courts. […]
