Humanitarian agencies call for safe aid delivery as crisis deepens in Upper Nile
South Sudan’s Upper Nile state faces a worsening humanitarian crisis as over 60,000 malnourished children are at risk due to blocked aid deliveries, aid agencies warned Thursday. The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and UNICEF have issued an urgent plea for safe humanitarian access, stressing that continued disruptions could have devastating consequences. According to […]
President Kiir sacks, appoints officials in latest move
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has relieved and appointed key officials across various ministries in a decisive move to reshape South Sudan’s governance. These strategic changes reflect the administration’s ongoing efforts to streamline leadership and enhance efficiency in government operations. Among the relieved officials is Gabriel Changson Chang, who previously served as Minister of Higher Education, […]
Activist condemns fresh Attack in Abyei, calls on communities to uphold dialogue
The Executive Director for Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) Edmund Yakani has condemned the recent attacks in Abyei Administrative Area that left eight people dead. The activist call followed a fresh attack on the residents of Abyei which was alleged to have been carried out by the armed Misseriya youth. At least eight people […]
Undersecretary commits to enhance trade, industry, and private sector
The undersecretary to the Ministry of Trade and Industry has reaffirmed his commitment to working alongside ministry’s leadership to enhancing trade, industry, and private sector development. Speaking before Hon. Minister and other distinguished guests, Manyuat, who was recently appointed by President Salva Kiir, emphasized his dedication to transparency, accountability, and efficient service delivery. He highlighted […]
Refugee Commission strengthened with $100,000 in critical assets
Assets worth $100,000 have been handed over to the Commission for Refugee Affairs (CRA) to enhance coordination and support refugee programs in Pariang, Maban, and Juba. These included a Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop, four motorbikes, office furniture, printers, laptops, projectors, and office space. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) and the Ministry of […]
Jonglei state embarks on agricultural revolution with landmark farm project
Jonglei State has taken a bold step toward agricultural transformation with the launch of a major farm project in Padiet Payam. The initiative, spearheaded by Governor Dr. Riek Gai Kok on Tuesday, aligns with the state government’s vision of boosting agriculture and achieving food self-sufficiency. The launch was attended by Kuol Manyang Juuk, Senior Advisor […]
Media framework under review to support free and fair elections
As South Sudan prepares for its 2025 general elections, media professionals, civil society representatives, and government officials convened in Juba to validate a comprehensive media strategy aimed at ensuring transparency and informed electoral participation. Speaking at the National Media Strategy Validation Workshop, Deputy Minister of Information, Communication Technology, and Postal Services, David Yau Yau Jankuchi […]
SSPDF declines to comment on bombings in Jonglei, Unity State
South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) has declined to comment on the ongoing ‘strategic bombing raids’ in Fangak and Mayom Counties of Jonglei and Unity States, respectively. On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, an airstrike, reportedly carried out by an Antonov aircraft, struck a grazing area near Mayom County in Unity State. Initial reports indicate no […]
Rumbek University academic staff demand leadership overhaul
The academic staff at Rumbek University of Science and Technology has urged President Salva Kiir to dismiss the university’s top administrators, citing administrative incompetence. The staff alleged that both the vice chancellor and deputy vice chancellor have effectively privatized the public institution, fostering disunity within the university. “The deputy vice chancellor for administration and finance […]
Yakani commends gov’t for seeking solution to pension arrears
The move by the government to clear pension arrears for retired public servants has garnered praise from civil society activist, Edmund Yakani, executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO). On Monday, the Economic Cluster, chaired by Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel, approved a sum of SSP 43 billion and $75 million for the […]
