South Sudan’s energy minister promises improved electricity supply, full coverage of Juba
The Minister of Energy and Dams, Agok Makur Kur Agok, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving electricity supply and achieving full power coverage across Juba. The minister made the remarks on Thursday during an official visit to the facilities of Ezra Group of Companies, Juba’s main electricity supplier. Accompanied by a technical team from […]
Peace partners threaten to expose anti-peace politicians
Peace partners and civil society stakeholders signatory to the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement have issued a strong warning to political actors accused of undermining dialogue, vowing to publicly name and expose those they say are sabotaging peace efforts for personal and political interests. Speaking in Juba, the Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress […]
Greater Mundri leader urges dialogue as Moru, Juba Diocese clash
The Greater Mundri Community Organisation (GMCO) has called for urgent dialogue after violent clashes reportedly broke out between members of the Moru Congregation and the Diocese of Juba, turning church compounds into scenes of tension and injury. The clashes, which allegedly occurred at St. Paul Parish Church in Nyakuron, reportedly left members of the clergy […]
No more decrees on air: What Kiir’s new order means for officials and Public
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has introduced a far-reaching change to how power is exercised and communicated in South Sudan, ending a long-standing practice in which presidential appointments and dismissals were announced publicly through state media and rapidly circulated on social media. The new directive, issued as Circular No. 01/2026 through the Ministry of Presidential Affairs, […]
SSNBS, WFP sign MoU to refurbish national standards laboratory
The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Food Programme (WFP) to support the refurbishment of the SSNBS Laboratory, marking a major step forward in strengthening the country’s quality infrastructure and regulatory capacity. The partnership is aimed at enhancing laboratory testing services through improved infrastructure […]
SPLM/A-IO claims capture of SSPDF bases in Yuai and Nadapal
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army–In Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) has announced that its forces have captured South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) military bases in Yuai, Jonglei State, and Nadapal, Eastern Equatoria State. The claim was made in a brief statement issued by Col. Lam Paul Gabriel, a spokesperson for the SPLA-IO, who said additional details would […]
No warning, just decrees: Kiir keeps the country guessing
President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Thursday evening issued a fresh series of presidential decrees that triggered significant changes across South Sudan’s security, academic, and civil service institutions, once again keeping the public and political observers guessing about the direction of governance and power dynamics in the country. The most notable change came within the powerful […]
Warrap, NBG, WBG convene in Wau for cattle movement talks
Delegations from Warrap State, Northern Bahr El Ghazal (NBeG) State, and Western Bahr El Ghazal (WBeG) State have convened in Wau for the Annual State Pre-Seasonal Cattle Movement Conference. The three-day forum aimed at promoting peaceful cattle migration and strengthening coexistence among pastoralists, farmers, and host communities across the Greater Bahr El Ghazal region. Opening […]
Information minister warns hate speech threatens national unity
South Sudan has convened a three-day national conference aimed at combating hate speech and strengthening social cohesion, bringing together leaders from all 10 states, the three administrative areas, civil society, media practitioners, and international partners. Held under the theme “Beyond the Painful Divides,” the event is organized by the Media Authority in collaboration with Journalists […]
Wau residents urge action as cost of living continues to climb
Residents of Wau are increasingly struggling to cope with the rising cost of living as prices of basic commodities continue to surge in local markets, raising fresh concerns about the country’s fragile economic situation. Interviews conducted by Standard Zone News reveal that households are finding it difficult to meet daily needs, with many saying their […]
