Northern Bahr el Ghazal Assembly resumes in June with budget, education, and floods on agenda

The Northern Bahr el Ghazal State Legislative Assembly is set to reconvene on June 17, 2025, after a scheduled recess, with budget discussions, education challenges, and impending floods topping the agenda. The assembly went on recess on March 17, 2025, in line with its code of conduct, which mandates a break after every three months […]
No more political rhetoric: South Sudan needs action on hunger – MP

South Sudan’s hunger crisis has reached alarming levels, fueled by conflict, economic instability, and climate shocks, amidst continued political speeches and foreign aid, which have failed to address the suffering of millions. However, a national member of parliament said Tuesday that the country’s path to recovery lies not in rhetoric but in decisive actions to […]
MP proposes roundtable dialogue on political uncertainty

Concerned by the current political uncertainty, Dr. Aldo Ajou Deng, a legislator in South Sudan’s transitional National Legislature [Council of States], has proposed a national roundtable dialogue involving all political party leaders. In a statement obtained by Standard Zone News, Deng who represents Northern Bahr el Ghazal State believes this dialogue is essential to safeguard […]
Mounting Pressure on Speaker Nunu to Reopen Parliament Amid National Crisis

As South Sudan grapples with persistent political conflict, an escalating economic crisis, and fragile peace efforts, public attention is increasingly turning to the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), whose doors remain closed despite expectations for its reopening. Calls are growing from lawmakers, civil society organizations, and political figures for Speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba to urgently […]
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 […]