MSF opens cholera treatment centres in Bentiu as cases rise
Medical charity Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has opened three cholera treatment centres in Bentiu, Unity State, as part of efforts to contain the spread of the disease and provide lifesaving care to affected communities amid a growing outbreak. The newly established facilities include two 20-bed Cholera Treatment Centres (CTCs) operating at Bentiu State Hospital and […]
CAMON 50 Series Officially Launched in South Sudan
TECNO Mobile has officially launched its latest CAMON 50 Series in Juba during a colorful event held at Gelila Hotel, introducing advanced photography, artificial intelligence, and security features to the South Sudanese market. The launch attracted smartphone enthusiasts, business partners, content creators, and technology lovers eager to witness the unveiling of TECNO’s newest flagship device. […]
Goroyo appeals for lifesaving health facility as residents endure daily hardships
Residents of Goroyo, a community located on the outskirts of Juba, are appealing for urgent government and humanitarian intervention to establish a health facility and schools as families continue to endure severe daily hardships caused by a lack of basic social services. Community leaders and women say the absence of a Primary Health Care Centre […]
“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. […]
How memory of the liberation struggle brought Kiir and William Garang together again
There are moments in life that quietly remind people how time changes everything and how some friendships survive war, pain, separation, and history itself. For many South Sudanese, Major General William Deng Garang is not just another name from the liberation era. He is one of the men who walked through the harsh years of […]
South Sudan launches new Presidential Website to improve public engagement
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has officially launched South Sudan’s newly enhanced presidential website aimed at strengthening communication and improving public access to official government information. According to information shared by the Presidency, the platform will provide timely updates on government activities, national policies, presidential engagements, speeches, announcements, and other official communications from the Office of […]
Yei and Magwi farmers receive climate resilient seeds to tackle low yields
Farmers in Yei River and Magwi counties have received climate-resilient seeds under a new agricultural initiative aimed at improving crop production and addressing persistent low yields in parts of South Sudan known for their fertile land. Under the initiative, eight metric tons of certified foundation seeds were distributed to 30 community seed multipliers across the […]
Nimule wedding goes viral as young bride’s mood draws online attention
What was meant to be a joyful wedding celebration in Nimule has instead turned into one of South Sudan’s biggest online talking points after videos of a young bride and her elderly groom flooded social media platforms. The bride, dressed in a beautiful white wedding gown, appeared elegant and eye-catching during the ceremony. With carefully […]
Kiir says he rejected Bashir’s $505m offer to block South Sudan breakaway
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has claimed that former Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir once offered him $505 million in an alleged attempt to stop South Sudan from gaining independence. Kiir made the remarks on Saturday during celebrations marking the 34th anniversary of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) at Juba Stadium, where he reflected […]
