Civil society demands legal compliance in peace amendments
A South Sudanese civil society organization has called on President Salva Kiir Mayardit to ensure full legal compliance, transparency, and inclusivity in the ongoing discussions surrounding proposed amendments to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS). In a letter dated April 29, the Institute of Social Policy and Research […]
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By ๐ต๐๐๐๐ ๐ณ๐๐๐๐ ๐ป๐๐๐ People often say that words do not hurt, that โthey are just words.โ Among South Sudanese, this has never been our experience. In our lives, language has always been dense with consequence. A blessing can feel like a roof over oneโs head. A curse can trail a family for years, even […]
What to know from the 61st session in Dr. Macharโs Juba trial
The 61st session of the ongoing trial involving First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar resumed on Wednesday at Freedom Hall, with proceedings focusing on the continued cross-examination of the prosecutionโs final witness, digital forensic analyst Peter Rafadi Calvin. The defence team pressed the witness on the scope and reliability of his forensic report, particularly the […]
OPINION: The practice of demoting new students is undermining education progress in South Sudan
On Monday, I made a difficult but necessary decision to transfer my son to a new school. The reason was simple; he did not perform well in mathematic despite consistently ranking second in his class throughout last year. Following an assessment test in his new school, the teachers described his performance as โaverageโ and recommended […]
Is South Sudan stuck between rock and hard place or is it held hostage by the political class from breaking the cycle of extensions?
South Sudan has once more found itself entangled in a seemingly unending debate about maintaining status quo and going for general elections in December 2026, with the majority of the political parties to the R-ARCSS agreeing in principle, to conduct general elections in December 2026 while some opposition party members (SPLM/A-IO) refusing to address themselves […]
Activist’s open letter to parties to the R-ARCSS
Subject: Statement Condemning the Proposal to Amend the R-ARCSS Instead of the Transitional Constitution. After critically following the news on posted on different media outlets, that (South-sudan-parties-to-amend-2018-peace-deal-official), I express my strong concern and unequivocal opposition to the emerging plan to amend the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South […]
OPINION| Why African leaders favor foreign-mediated peace, Why South Sudan should embrace home-grown solutions
Across Africa, foreign-mediated peace agreements have become the default solution for conflicts. Leaders often turn to the AU, UN, IGAD, or powerful donor nations to broker deals, believing that external endorsement gives legitimacy and political cover. International actors can pressure warring parties to sign and comply, a task that weak local institutions or politically divided […]
OPINION| Political actors must unite to salvage our ailing nation โ the case of CES and other States
South Sudan is standing at a defining moment. Across the nation, political mistrust, economic hardship, security concerns, weakened institutions, and declining public confidence continue to erode the foundations of peace and development. At such a critical juncture, unity among political actors is not simply desirable, it is essential. And nowhere is this urgency more visible […]
OPINION: Why South Sudanโs church must raise its voice for peace now
The Church has always stood at the heart of South Sudanโs struggle, hope, and identity. In a nation wounded by conflict, mistrust, and political fragmentation, the Church remains one of the few institutions that still enjoys trust across communities, tribes, and political divides. Because of this, it carries a unique and urgent responsibility to champion […]
News| CTSAMVM chair urges parties to recommit to dialogue, respect the ceasefire
CTSAMVM Chair Maj. Gen. Teshome Anagawe Ayana has called on all parties to return to dialogue and uphold the Permanent Ceasefire, warning that escalating violence is putting civilians at greater risk. Speaking during the Extraordinary CTSAMVM Board Meeting in Juba, Maj. Gen. Teshome said the security landscape has deteriorated significantly since violent clashes erupted in […]
