CEPO decries atrocities in Yei River County
South Sudanese civil society leader Edmund Yakani has condemned a brutal attack on Yari and Payawa villages in Yei River County, Central Equatoria, allegedly carried out by forces of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO). The assault, which occurred on August 2, has left several children severely injured and displaced dozens of families. Community […]
South Sudan charts Maputo Protocol action plan
South Sudan has taken a significant step toward advancing women’s rights and gender equality by convening its first national consultative workshop to draft a National Action Plan (NAP) for implementing the Maputo Protocol. Held from July 31 to August 1 at Palm Africa Hotel in Juba, the landmark workshop brought together 65 participants, including representatives […]
SPLA-IO, Gov’t clash over responsibility for Morobo-raod attack
The blame game between the government and the main opposition group, SPLA-IO, following a deadly ambush along the Morobo–Kaya and Juba–Mundri–Maridi roads between July 30 and 31, which claimed several lives, including that of a Kenyan national. In a statement issued by SPLA-IO spokesperson Col. Lam Paul Gabriel, the group dismissed accusations made by Morobo […]
Team Kakuwa Power launches campaign to restore and rebuild Kakuwa unity
Team Kakuwa Power (TKP) has officially entered the Kakuwa community leadership race, launching what it describes as an inclusive campaign aimed at uniting the Kakuwa people across Greater Yei counties ahead of the August 2025 elections. The launch, held Wednesday in Juba, brought together supporters, elders, and aspiring leaders who pledged to restore community harmony, […]
South Sudan women stun Uganda to reach Afrobasket semis
South Sudan’s Women’s National Basketball Team pulled off another stunning upset on Thursday, edging past Uganda 69–68 in the dying seconds to secure a spot in the semifinals of the FIBA Women’s Afrobasket 2025 qualifiers. With only 38 seconds left and Uganda up by one, Akon drew a crucial foul and stepped to the line […]
Police unveil nationwide security plan for Martyr’s Day
As South Sudan prepares to observe Martyr’s Day on July 30th, National Police Service has rolled out a comprehensive security plan to ensure the nationwide commemoration remains peaceful and dignified. In a press conference on Tuesday announcing the plan, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Abraham Manyuat Peter calls for unity and cooperation and urges the […]
Commissioner apologizes to South Sudanese refugees
Turkana County Commissioner Julius Kavita has publicly apologized to South Sudanese refugees following a recent incident at Kakuma Refugee Camp. The statement was made during the anniversary of the historic Toposa–Turkana peace agreement, a milestone for cross-border unity. “I appeal to South Sudanese refugees residing in Kakuma and the broader Turkana County area, urging them […]
Juba to host landmark summit for property investment
Juba is set to host a landmark real estate investment summit this September, as Smart Properties Limited launches the Real Estate Summit 2025. The first-of-its-kind event designed to attract domestic and international investors to South Sudan’s emerging property market. Speaking during the official launch in Juba, Louis Kwot Akolith, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Lands […]
Government launches peaceful disarmament in Warrap
The disarmament process has officially commenced in Warrap State, marking a significant step in the government’s campaign to end intercommunal violence and restore lasting peace in the violence-prone region. Governor Bol Wek launched the initiative on Sunday, urging residents to surrender illegal firearms and embrace reconciliation. “Let us choose peace, unity, and progress,” Governor Wek […]
MP proposes fuel subsidy for water tankers to slash prices in Juba
As the water crisis in Juba deepens, leaving residents struggling with exorbitant prices, a Member of the National Legislative Assembly, John Agany is proposing fuel subsidy for water tankers, a move that could cut costs and ensure fair access to clean water across the city. Agany proposed that a specific petrol station be designated to […]
