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, […]
Women’s groups renew pressure on long pending ant-GBV bill
Women’s rights organizations and youth advocates in South Sudan have renewed pressure on the government to fast-track the long-pending Anti-Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Bill, warning that continued delays are leaving women and girls without adequate legal protection. The renewed push follows a high-level follow-up meeting between civil society actors and the Ministry of Gender, Child and […]
South Sudan Muslim women seek greater voice in GBV and family law
Muslim women in South Sudan are calling for greater inclusion in efforts to address gender-based violence (GBV) and in shaping family law, following a dialogue held in the capital, Juba. The half-day engagement, organised by the Women for Justice and Equality, brought together women leaders from mosques and Islamic institutions to discuss early marriage, women’s […]
South Sudan gets $3.2M support in fight against obstetric fistula
South Sudan has received a $3.2 million funding package from the Government of Norway to support efforts to eliminate obstetric fistula and strengthen sexual and reproductive health services across the country. The contribution, equivalent to NOK 30 million, will be implemented through the United Nations Population Fund, as part of ongoing collaboration aimed at addressing […]
