Yei leaders push inclusive land rights to prevent conflict
Local authorities in Yei River County on Monday convened traditional leaders, elders, landowners and civil servants for a one-day dialogue aimed at addressing land ownership, distribution and urban planning, as the county grapples with increasing pressure for orderly growth and the risk of land-related disputes. Presiding over the meeting, Yei River County Commissioner Emmanuel Taban […]
Greater Mundri leader urges dialogue as Moru, Juba Diocese clash
The Greater Mundri Community Organisation (GMCO) has called for urgent dialogue after violent clashes reportedly broke out between members of the Moru Congregation and the Diocese of Juba, turning church compounds into scenes of tension and injury. The clashes, which allegedly occurred at St. Paul Parish Church in Nyakuron, reportedly left members of the clergy […]
I have not resigned: Oyet Nathaniel pushes back against online claims
Oyet Nathaniel Pierino has forcefully denied claims circulating on social media alleging that he has resigned from his leadership positions within the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army–In Opposition (SPLM/A-IO), describing the reports as unverified, misleading, and constitutionally unfounded. In a public briefing released this week, Oyet reaffirmed that he remains the Acting Chairman and Commander-in-Chief of […]
No more decrees on air: What Kiir’s new order means for officials and Public
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has introduced a far-reaching change to how power is exercised and communicated in South Sudan, ending a long-standing practice in which presidential appointments and dismissals were announced publicly through state media and rapidly circulated on social media. The new directive, issued as Circular No. 01/2026 through the Ministry of Presidential Affairs, […]
U.S. Embassy in Juba halts foreign assistance in Jonglei’s Ayod County
The United States government has suspended all U.S. foreign assistance in Ayod County, Jonglei State, citing persistent interference, abuse, and exploitation of humanitarian aid by South Sudanese officials at multiple levels of government. The decision, announced on January 8, follows repeated warnings from Washington over illicit practices that undermine life-saving assistance intended for vulnerable South […]
Court examines ransom, phone calls in 36th Machar trial session
The Special Court on the Nasir incident held its 36th session on Monday at Freedom Hall, focusing on alleged ransom payments and phone communications involving First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and the late Major General David Majur Dak, with Dr. Machar standing trial alongside seven senior SPLM/A-IO officials. During the session, the defense team […]
Yakani condemns SSPDF, SPLA-IO interference in Bentiu POC
The Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Mr. Edmund Yakani, has strongly condemned what he described as deliberate interference by elements linked to the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army–In Opposition (SPLA-IO) in the Protection of Civilians (POC) site in Bentiu, Unity State. He warned […]
South Sudanese activist renews ceasefire call as fighting intensifies in Jonglei
South Sudanese civil society activist Edmund Yakani has renewed urgent calls for an immediate ceasefire and inclusive political dialogue, warning that escalating clashes between government and opposition forces in Jonglei State could plunge the country back into full-scale war. Speaking at the start of the new year, Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for […]
Dr. Machar’s trial adjourned to January 5 after fifth witness testimony
The Special Court established to try First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven other senior SPLM/A (IO) detainees on charges linked to the Nasir Incident on Monday adjourned its proceedings to January 5, 2026, following the conclusion of testimony by the prosecution’s fifth witness. The adjournment came at the close of the 34th session […]
Election watch flags missed electoral deadline on constituency announcement
A civil society leader has raised alarm over what he described as the first major violation of South Sudan’s electoral timeline, warning that the failure to announce geographical constituencies by the legally mandated deadline threatens the credibility of the country’s planned 2026 elections. Speaking under the Election Watch initiative, the Chief Executive Officer of the […]
