Balanda community urges gov’t to probe killing of lawmaker
Balanda community in Tombura County, Western Equatoria State has called on the government to investigate the killing of a state member of parliament who was shot by unidentified gunmen on Thursday. In a statement signed by Eddy Ukele Gumasi, Balanda community chairperson, lawmaker Cross Bazia was ambushed and fatally shot while traveling to his farm […]
Imposing Par as SPLM-IO leader will create more problems, MP warns
A Member of Parliament representing Cueibet County, Lakes State, in the national assembly under the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO), has warned that promoting Stephen Par Kuol to lead the party will only create more problems. In an interview with The Standard Zone News on Wednesday, Juol Nhomngek asserted that Mr. Par, who […]
SPLM-IO MP supports parliament’s resumption, calls for quorum clarity
A member of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO), loyal to Dr. Riek Machar, has welcomed President Salva Kiir’s decision to reopen parliament amid ongoing political tensions. Juol Nhomngek Gec, an MP representing Cueibet County in Lakes State under the SPLM-IO ticket, told Standard Zone News on Wednesday that his party’s lawmakers will […]
Kiir orders parliament reopening in early June, budget debates ahead
South Sudan’s National Assembly will reconvene in the first week of June, following months of recess, President Salva Kiir ordered during a meeting with Speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba. The directive comes at a critical time as the country faces economic challenges and ongoing political tensions. Parliament initially adjourned in December 2024, leaving several legislative priorities […]
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 […]
