How memory of the liberation struggle brought Kiir and William Garang together again
There are moments in life that quietly remind people how time changes everything and how some friendships survive war, pain, separation, and history itself. For many South Sudanese, Major General William Deng Garang is not just another name from the liberation era. He is one of the men who walked through the harsh years of […]
Health leaders urge investment in Nurses and Midwives
Health leaders, medical professionals, and development partners have called for increased investment in nurses and midwives across South Sudan, warning that the country’s healthcare system cannot improve without stronger support for frontline health workers. The call was made during national celebrations marking International Nurses Day and the International Day of Midwives in Juba, where speakers […]
COFI launches humanitarian and youth empowerment mission in South Sudan
The Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) has officially launched its humanitarian and development mission in South Sudan, unveiling plans to support vulnerable communities through healthcare, education, relief assistance, and youth empowerment programs. Speaking during a press conference in Juba, foundation leaders described the initiative as the beginning of a long-term commitment to helping transform lives […]
Youth present business proposals under WPDI livelihood initiative
Dozens of young South Sudanese entrepreneurs have presented business proposals under a peacebuilding and livelihood initiative spearheaded by the Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative (WPDI), in a move aimed at empowering youth economically while strengthening community resilience and social cohesion. The business pitching event brought together participants from Juba, Yambio, and Torit who spent the […]
South Sudan government forms committee to investigate Luri Air crash
The Government of South Sudan has formed a high-level fact-finding committee to investigate the recent aircraft accident involving a Cessna 208B Caravan that crashed in the Luri Mountains in Central Equatoria State. The committee was established through a ministerial order issued by the Minister of Transport, Lt. Gen. Rizik Zakaria Hassan, under the legal framework […]
No survivors in Juba plane crash, aviation authority confirms
The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) has confirmed that there were no survivors following a plane crash that occurred approximately 20 kilometers southwest of Juba on Monday morning. In an official press release, SSCAA said the aircraft involved was a Cessna 208 Caravan, registration 5Y-NOK, operated by CityLink Aviation Ltd. The plane had departed […]
UNICEF warns border nutrition services overwhelmed by growing need
One in three children screened in parts of South Sudan’s border region is malnourished, UNICEF has warned, as overstretched nutrition services struggle to cope with a rising influx of people fleeing conflict in neighboring Sudan. Health workers in Renk County, Upper Nile State, say children and mothers escaping war are now facing a second crisis, […]
Troika backs AU mediation, calls for immediate dialogue
The Troika countries, alongside key international partners, have thrown their support behind African Union-led mediation efforts while calling for an immediate ceasefire and inclusive political dialogue to end the escalating violence in northern Jonglei State. In a joint statement issued on April 17, the diplomatic missions of Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Norway, the Netherlands, the […]
New parliament leaders promise reform after Kiir meeting
South Sudan’s newly appointed parliamentary leadership has pledged to restore discipline, transparency, and efficiency within the legislature following a high-level meeting with President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The commitment came after Speaker Rt. Hon. Joseph Ngere Paciko, Deputy Speaker Hon. Abuk Payiti Ayik, and SPLM Chief Whip Hon. Tulio Odongi Ayahu paid a courtesy call on […]
South Sudan: US warns UN peacekeeping missions must adapt or close
The US warned that UN peacekeeping missions must adapt or face closure, citing frustration with long-running operations in fragile states like South Sudan. Speaking at the Council, US representative Ambassador Jennifer Locetta said peacekeeping missions were never intended to be permanent fixtures, stressing that they should help countries navigate crises only until they are able […]
