President Kiir approves establishment of Yei University
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has approved the establishment of Yei University at the former UNMISS base in Yei Town, marking a significant step toward expanding access to higher education in Central Equatoria State and beyond. The decision follows a briefing by Central Equatoria State Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony upon his return from a medical trip, […]
South Sudan: US warns UN peacekeeping missions must adapt or close
The US warned that UN peacekeeping missions must adapt or face closure, citing frustration with long-running operations in fragile states like South Sudan. Speaking at the Council, US representative Ambassador Jennifer Locetta said peacekeeping missions were never intended to be permanent fixtures, stressing that they should help countries navigate crises only until they are able […]
Buse gets royal treatment from Mundari community
It was not a coronation, but it certainly felt like one. The dusty plains of Kworijik transformed into a stage of celebration as thousands from the Mundari community and beyond gathered in a spectacle that blended culture, pride, and unmistakable pageantry all in honor of their “son,” Bush Buse. From the moment he arrived, the […]
Kakuwa peace mission wraps up in Yei with signed resolution
A landmark community-led peace initiative concluded in Yei Town on April 11, 2026, as the Kakuwa Community wrapped up a two-day “twin” peace mission with the signing of a comprehensive resolution aimed at strengthening unity, stability, and cooperation across the region. The mission, held in Yei popularly known as “Small London” brought together youth, elders, […]
UN names Anita Kiki Gbeho special representative for South Sudan
The United Nations has appointed Anita Kiki Gbeho as its new Special Representative for South Sudan and Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, marking a significant leadership transition at a critical moment for the country’s peace process. The announcement was made by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who expressed confidence in Gbeho’s ability […]
Ministers endorse security reform, livestock development plan
South Sudan’s Council of Ministers has endorsed sweeping reforms targeting both national security coordination and economic transformation, in decisions officials say could reshape key pillars of governance and development. Chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit, the Cabinet meeting approved a proposal to amalgamate multiple law enforcement bodies into a single, unified police force an ambitious […]
Juba airport finally activates control tower, air traffic system
After years of dormancy, South Sudan has taken a significant step toward modernising its aviation sector, with authorities confirming the long-awaited activation of the control tower and Air Traffic Management (ATM) system at Juba International Airport. The development marks the end of more than four years during which the ATM system remained idle despite being […]
AU envoy Kikwete arrives in Juba for peace push
A high-level delegation from the African Union, led by former Tanzanian president Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, arrived in Juba on Wednesday for a three-day mission aimed at reinvigorating South Sudan’s faltering peace process. The visit comes at a critical moment, with the implementation of the 2018 revitalised peace agreement facing persistent delays. Key provisions including security […]
Juba issues stern warning over unauthorized place renaming
Authorities in Central Equatoria State have issued a stern warning against the unauthorized renaming of villages, rivers, streets and other landmarks, cautioning that violators will face legal action. In an administrative circular dated April 8, the Office of the Deputy Governor Paulino Lukudu Obede said the government had observed with “dismay” what it described as […]
South Sudan activist calls on AU to enforce AU-C5 resolutions
A senior South Sudanese civil society activist has called on the African Union (AU) to urgently enforce the resolutions of the AUC5 declaration, warning that delays in implementation risk deepening the country’s political crisis and undermining prospects for lasting peace. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), said time is […]
