“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 […]
South Sudan steps up Ebola prevention measures at borders and airports
South Sudan says it has intensified Ebola prevention and surveillance measures at border entry points and airports following reported outbreaks of the deadly virus in neighboring Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The announcement was made in a press statement issued by Vice President Hussein Abdelbagi Akol, who also chairs the Service Delivery Cluster. […]
South Sudan to establish ICT authority as part of media, tech reforms
South Sudan’s government has announced plans to establish a national ICT Authority as part of wider reforms aimed at strengthening the country’s media, communication, and digital technology sectors. The announcement was made by Ateny Wek Ateny during a media workshop in Juba, where he outlined the government’s vision for improving digital governance and supporting responsible […]
Parliament rejects Saudi deal signed in Riyadh, citing economic risks
Lawmakers in South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) have rejected a cooperation agreement signed with Saudi Arabia, citing concerns that parts of the deal could undermine the country’s economic sovereignty and expose strategic sectors to excessive foreign influence. The agreement was signed in Riyadh in January 2022 as part of broader efforts to strengthen […]
South Sudan criticizes U.S. visa restrictions on officials and entities
South Sudan government has criticized recent U.S. visa restrictions imposed on members of its transitional government and affiliated entities, warning that the measures could strain diplomatic relations and negatively affect ordinary citizens. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on May 13, 2026, Juba said it received the U.S. […]
Wulu County shines as cultural festival reconciles multi-ethnic communities
Filled with renewed hope and spirit of harmony, Wulu County in Lakes state is witnessing a wave of unity and social cohesion as communities embrace peaceful coexistence through series of cultural showcase. These events highlight cultural practices which promote peace, human rights and gender equality, while denouncing those that are regressive in order to inspire […]
South Sudan women leaders attend digital communication workshop in Juba
Women leaders, journalists, civil society representatives, government officials, and development partners gathered in Juba for a two-day workshop aimed at strengthening women’s communication skills, public speaking, and digital leadership in South Sudan. The training, organized by the Female Journalists Network in partnership with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, focused on empowering women to […]
Uganda’s Museveni begins another five-year Presidential term
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni was officially sworn in for another five-year term, extending his decades-long rule over the East African nation until 2031. The inauguration ceremony, held in the capital Kampala, was attended by regional leaders, senior government officials, diplomats, security chiefs, ruling party supporters, and invited guests from across Africa and beyond. Museveni, who […]
America turns up heat on Kiir government over peace violations
The United States has intensified pressure on President Salva Kiir’s government over alleged violations of South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement, warning that continued delays, political crackdowns, and unilateral decisions risk undermining the country’s fragile transition and damaging international confidence. The warning came during a two-day visit to Juba by the U.S. State Department’s Senior Bureau […]
Nimule deputy mayor calls on leaders to drive peace, service delivery
The Deputy Mayor for Administration and Finance in Nimule Municipality, Taban Godfrey Kurunyu, has called on local leaders to take a more active role in promoting peace and improving service delivery, urging them to use ongoing training as a platform to strengthen their leadership capacity. Speaking at the opening of a five-day training on leadership, […]
