Pressure mounts on Gov’t to release Dr. Machar, reschedules R-JMEC sitting
Leading embassies have expressed concern over the stagnation of peace efforts in South Sudan, urging the government to take immediate action to facilitate dialogue. In a joint statement Thursday, the embassies of France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the Delegation of the European Union, highlighted the ongoing […]
Kuol Denies Coup Allegations Against Dr. Machar
The Interim Chairperson of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-In-Opposition (SPLM-IO), Stephen Par Kuol, on Wednesday dismissed claims that the recent leadership appointments in the movement amounted to a coup against Dr. Riek Machar. Kuol, who also serves as the Minister of Peacebuilding, stated that the decision to appoint interim leaders was made to address a […]
South Sudan Unveils First-Ever Digital Cooperative Registry
In a historic move to modernize the management of cooperative societies, South Sudan on Tuesday launched its first-ever electronic registration system for cooperatives. The milestone initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and supported by the African Development Bank […]
Activist Urges South Sudan Armed Rivals to Respect Declared Ceasefire
Civil society activist Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), has welcomed the recent ceasefire order issued by the Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF). He called on both the SSPDF and the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in-Opposition (SPLA-IO) to honor the truce and […]
Tragedy Unfolds: South Sudan’s Cholera Crisis Deepens Amid Aid Cuts
The heartbreaking consequences of aid reductions in South Sudan are becoming increasingly evident, as at least five children and three adults tragically lost their lives to cholera during a grueling three-hour walk for medical treatment. With local clinics shut down due to funding cuts, families in Akobo County are left to endure the unthinkable, facing […]
Ruling SPLM denies allegations of fueling SPLM-IO discord
Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has denied involvement in ongoing political disputes within the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in Opposition (SPLM-IO), stating that the party is “clean” Speaking to Standard Zone News, SPLM officials unequivocally denied any participation in the SPLM-IO’s internal power struggles. Party spokesperson Jimmy Atillio stated firmly, “We are not part and parcel […]
South Sudan Launches Household Survey Program across the country
On April 8th, the South Sudan National Bureau of Statistics officially launched the budget for its household survey program. The event featured remarks from Dr. Mohamed, a representative from the UNDP, who emphasized the importance of the survey for the people of South Sudan. “Data policy is crucial, and this initiative is significant for the […]
Deputy Speaker Oyet’s Office Closed; No Legal Basis Cited
By Jenifer J. Ogawi The leadership of South Sudan’s National Transitional Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has officially shut down the office of First Deputy Speaker Oyet Nathaniel, citing concerns over his use of social media – though no legal basis has been cited for the decision. TNLA spokesperson Oliver Mori announced the move on Tuesday, stating […]
A Diplomatic U-Turn: South Sudan Reverses Deportation Decision for Mr. Makula Kintu
By Jeniffer J. Ogawi In a surprising diplomatic move, the Government of South Sudan has reversed its previous decision regarding Mr. Makula Kintu, a South Sudanese national who was denied entry at Juba International Airport on April 5 and 6, 2025. This unexpected reversal comes after two days of uncertainty, as Mr. Kintu was left […]
Juba Reacts with Disappointment Over U.S. Visa Ban Linked to Deportee Incident
By Jenifer J. Ogawi The government of South Sudan has expressed disappointment and concern over the United States’ decision to revoke visas for South Sudanese nationals and suspend new visa issuance, following a recent deportation incident involving a misidentified individual. Speaking to the media on Monday, Ambassador Apuk Mayen, the Director General for Consular Affairs, […]
