Sworn-in justices told to champion judicial integrity
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on newly sworn-in Justices of the Supreme Court to become active defenders of judicial integrity and public trust, as South Sudan seeks to solidify rule of law during its critical transitional period. The six Justices took their oaths of office Tuesday at the State House, in a ceremony attended […]
Kiir renews call for enhanced border security in Ruweng, citing food needs
President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Tuesday renewed his directive for Ruweng Administrative Area to intensify efforts against cross-border crime, stating that improved security is vital for improving food production. The directive was issued during a meeting at the State House, where Ruweng’s Chief Administrator, Stefano Wieu de Mialek, updated the president on the security and […]
Central Bank to print more money to address liquidity crisis
Governor of Central Bank of South Sudan (CBSS) Addis Ababa Othow has revealed that it will print more money as part of a short-term strategy to solve the country’s liquidity crisis. This announcement comes as comes as the bank struggles with an inability to honor salary checks for civil servants and organized forces. Speaking to […]
Football leadership in focus as four compete for SSFF presidency
The race for the top seat of South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) is heating up as four candidates have officially declared their bids ahead of the highly anticipated 2025 elections. With the confirmation of four diverse and high-profile candidates, the upcoming vote is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched in the […]
Warrap leaders reconcile after years of fallout
After years of bitter rivalry, two of Greater Tonj’s most prominent leaders, Aleu Ayieny Aleu and Lewis Anei Madut Kueindit, have publicly reconciled. The two men set aside their long-standing differences during a peace forum in Tonj Town of Warrap State, promising to work together for the good of a state desperate for stability. The […]
CEPO warns of rising violence and forced displacement in South Sudan
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has raised alarm over a growing wave of armed violence and forced displacement across South Sudan, calling for urgent political action to rescue the country’s fragile peace process. In a statement on Sunday, CEPO Executive Director Edmond Yakane voiced deep concern over the increasing trend of internal displacement […]
Juba insecurity escalates as SPLM official escapes attempted assassination
A senior official of the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), James Jok Lual, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Juba over the weekend. Jok, who previously served as SPLM Secretary for Research and Training in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, claimed he was ambushed by armed assailants at around 4:30 PM while on his way […]
Mayom women mourn conflict losses, light peace candles
Women of Mayom county, Unity State lit candles and shed silent tears for loved ones lost in recent communal violence. At a prayer event dedicated to peace, healing, and reconciliation, Teresa Nyerieka Manytuil gave a moving reflection on the burden borne by women. Ms. Nyerieka stated that if those driving the conflict truly understood the […]
Malakal receives educational boost as UN and EU hand over key facilities
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, on Thursday, handed over a newly rehabilitated Malakal Vocational Training Centre and Joshua Primary School to Upper Nile State authorities. Funded by the European Union (EU), the project aims to support long-term recovery in displacement-affected regions of South Sudan. The events were attended […]
UNMISS deputy head Guang Cong appointed horn of Africa envoy
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed UNMISS Deputy Head, Mr. Guang Cong, as his new Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, succeeding Hanna Serwaa Tetteh of Ghana. Mr. Cong brings a wealth of diplomatic and field experience to the role, with more than 23 years of service in various United Nations peace operations […]
