World Children’s Day: South Sudan urged to protect children’s rights
UNICEF has urged the Government of South Sudan to increase investment in essential social services to safeguard children’s rights, warning that millions of young people across the country continue to suffer from preventable hardships linked to poverty, conflict, and chronic underfunding of public systems. The call comes as the world marks World Children’s Day, an […]
Non-negotiable: Activist demands adherence to 35% women’s quota
A Civil society activist has called out the transitional government for failing to meet the 35% affirmative action quota for women, labeling the inclusion of women in governance as “non-negotiable” for the country’s stability. Speaking at the opening session of a three days National Stakeholders’ Dialogue in Juba, Jackline Nasiwa the Executive Director of Centre […]
Adil is back with immediate statehouse reshuffle
Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has returned to the leadership of Central Equatoria State with unmistakable urgency, unveiling an immediate reshuffle that signals a renewed bid to tighten coordination and strengthen the state’s executive machinery. Within hours of settling back into his office, Governor Adil issued a series of gubernatorial decrees revoking and reassigning key officials, […]
Stakeholders convene to address critical gaps in peace agreement and democratic transition
A National Stakeholders’ Consultative Dialogue is currently underway in Juba, gathering over 80 representatives from government, civil society, faith-based institutions, and development partners. The three-day forum from 19-21 November 2025 aims to address implementation gaps in the 2018 Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS) and chart a […]
Youth demand passage of youth bodies bill and student fund
South Sudanese youth are intensifying calls for the government to urgently pass two critical pieces of legislation the Youth Bodies Bill 2025 and the long-delayed Student Support Fund Bill as the Council of Ministers resumes its official sittings after months of inactivity. Markaz Al Salam (MAS), with support from the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA), delivered […]
Back again, Kiir orders repeat appointees to work hard
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on reappointed government officials to dedicate themselves fully to service delivery and address the pressing challenges facing South Sudan. Speaking during a swearing-in ceremony held in Juba on Wednesday, the President urged the returning officials to work tirelessly and channel their experience toward improving the lives of citizens. The […]
Regional and national experts rally for health investment at AGOSS gathering
Regional and national health leaders have issued a unified call for greater investment, improved emergency response systems, and stronger protection for medical workers as the Association of Gynecologists and Obstetricians of South Sudan (AGOSS) concluded its 4th Annual Scientific Conference on Sunday in Juba. The high-level gathering, hosted at the Pyramid Hotel, brought together specialists […]
AGOSS urges lawmakers to pass key health Bills and budget increase
The Association of Gynecologists and Obstetricians of South Sudan (AGOSS) has called on the government to urgently increase national health sector financing and expedite the passage of long-pending professional health bills. They group said, both steps are critical to reversing the country’s alarming maternal mortality trends. The appeal was issued during the association’s 4th Annual […]
South Sudan approves SSP7 trillion budget for 2025–2026 Fiscal Year
The Council of Ministers on Friday approved South Sudan’s 2025–2026 fiscal year budget totaling SSP7 trillion, during an ordinary session chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The Cabinet has directed the Minister of Finance and Planning to table the budget before Parliament for further debate and final endorsement. Government spokesperson Michael Makuei Lueth noted that […]
Rubkona community hails clean water revival, credits peacebuilding efforts
Local authorities and residents in Rubkona County are celebrating the restoration of clean water sources and strengthened community peace initiatives that are transforming lives in the flood-affected region. Community leaders say the initiative has brought new hope to thousands who previously faced water scarcity, insecurity, and displacement due to conflict and climate shocks. The renewed […]
