Hearing-impaired community in Wau seeks practical support as inclusion efforts grow
Members of the deaf community in Wau are calling for urgent, practical support to address persistent barriers in education, healthcare, and access to justice, even as new investments aimed at promoting inclusion begin to take shape across Western Bahr el Ghazal State. Community leaders say recent developments including the construction of disability-friendly centers and offices […]
U.S. warns elections cannot be credible without political dialogue
The United States Embassy in South Sudan has cautioned that any forthcoming elections in South Sudan risk lacking credibility unless key political conditions are met, particularly the resumption of inclusive dialogue among parties to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan. In a statement released on Monday, the Embassy said […]
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 […]
Customary law takes root in Western Bahr el Ghazal’s legal system
Western Bahr el Ghazal State has taken a significant step in reforming its justice system with the passage of a landmark customary law aimed at strengthening dispute resolution, improving access to justice, and promoting peace at the community level. The state becomes the first in South Sudan to formally codify customary practices into written law […]
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 […]
South Sudan, diplomats, partners honor Nicholas Haysom in Juba
South Sudanese officials, international diplomats, and partners gathered today at the United Nations House in Juba to pay tribute to the late Nicholas Haysom, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), who passed away in New York on 17 March 2026. The solemn memorial service […]
Women’s rights advocates demand action on family law gaps
Women’s rights advocates have issued a strong call for urgent action to address critical gaps in South Sudan’s draft Family Law Bill, warning that delays and weak provisions could undermine efforts to protect women, children, and vulnerable communities. The demands were voiced during a high-level dialogue in Juba convened by the Strategic Initiative for Women […]
South Sudan’s ceasefire under threat as violations persist, CTSAMVM reports
The Permanent Ceasefire in South Sudan remains under severe strain as ongoing violence and repeated ceasefire violations continue to undermine the peace process. At the CTSAMVM Technical Committee, Maj. Gen. Teshome Anagawe Ayana, Chairperson of CTSAMVM, warned that South Sudan’s ceasefire remains under threat. He highlighted recent violence, including a coordinated 1 March attack in […]
Judge’s illness stalls high-profile Dr. Machar case
The trial of suspended First Vice President Riek Machar and seven co-accused members of the SPLM/A-IO has been postponed to Monday, 30 March 2026. During a brief court session in Juba on Wednesday morning, presiding judge Stephen Simon Binjigwa said the adjournment was due to the illness of Isaac Pur Majok, one of the three […]
High rates of child abuse reported in Kuda Boma
Community leaders in Kuda Boma of Juba County have raised alarm over a surge in cases of child abuse, early marriage, and sexual violence affecting girls and women in the area. Speaking during a community engagement, Grace Kani, a women’s leader in Kuda, strongly condemned the rising incidents, warning that young girls are now living […]
