Norwegian Church Aid leader calls for action on women’s rights in South Sudan
The Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) Country Director, Cathrine Seland, has called for stronger action to protect and promote the rights of women and girls in South Sudan. Speaking during International Women’s Day celebrations in Hai Baraka, Juba, Seland praised the dedication of communities and faith leaders who have been instrumental in advancing gender equality. “It […]
Kiir drops major reshuffle in Western Equatoria State government
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has issued a series of presidential decrees announcing a major reshuffle in the government of Western Equatoria State, relieving and appointing several state officials. The decrees, read on the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation on Friday evening, affected ministers, advisors, commission chairpersons, and county commissioners within the state administration. Among those […]
Minister Atong forced to cancel 90-day Crawford Capital Pay review
The South Sudan’s Minister Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang, has officially cancelled the 90-day Administrative and Technical Review of the Crawford Capital Pay Digital Payment and E-Service System, following directives from Vice President Dr. James Wani Igga, who also chairs the Economic Cluster. The 90-day review, which was initially announced on March 5, 2026, […]
Women leaders urge Kiir to free Machar, restart inclusive political dialogue
Women leaders in South Sudan have called on President Salva Kiir to facilitate the release of First Vice President Riek Machar Teny and other political detainees as part of efforts to restart an inclusive political dialogue aimed at advancing the country’s fragile peace process. The appeal was made during a gathering of women leaders and […]
EU, Germany urge inclusive GBV services for survivors with disabilities
Officials from the European Union and the government of Germany have called for stronger and more inclusive services for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) in South Sudan, particularly women and girls living with disabilities who often face additional barriers when seeking support and justice. The call was made during a panel discussion held in Juba […]
South Sudan to announce election date in June
South Sudan’s National Elections Commission (NEC) has revealed that the official date for the country’s long-awaited general elections will be announced in June, as preparations gather pace ahead of the planned polls in December 2026. The update came during a meeting between President Salva Kiir and the Chairperson of the National Elections Commission, Professor Abednego […]
“Power struggle” – SPLM admits role in 2013 conflict
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has publicly acknowledged its role in the devastating 2013 conflict that plunged South Sudan into years of violence and suffering, describing the war as a “power struggle within the party” and offering an apology to the citizens affected by the crisis. Speaking during a major party gathering in Juba, […]
When communities are forced to sustain public clinics as health system worsens
In a small room with only two delivery beds, a chair, and a table holding a worn register book, basic medical tools sit quietly on a metal tray. A pair of scissors, a sucker, an almost finished pack of cotton gauze, and a clamp are all that remain to assist women during childbirth. This is […]
Donors urge increased investment in education as back to learning campaign begins
International partners have urged the government of South Sudan to significantly increase investment in education as the country begins nationwide campaign to return millions of out-of-school children to classrooms. Government officials and development partners launched the Back to Learning Campaign in Wau on Monday, calling on communities, parents and authorities to ensure children enrol and […]
Women’s union warns of growing youth drug abuse crisis
The Central Equatoria State Women’s Union has raised concern over the growing problem of drug abuse among young people, calling on families to show compassion and support for affected children instead of rejecting them. Speaking during the International Women’s Day celebrations organized by the Central Equatoria State Ministry of Gender, Child and Social Welfare in […]
