Second, third witnesses testify as Machar trial enters 31st session
The trial of First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny and seven other senior SPLM/A-IO members continued on Monday as the Special Court on the Nasir Incident held its 31st session at Freedom Hall, during which the prosecution presented testimony from its second and third witnesses. The court proceedings focused largely on the failed evacuation […]
Wau residents urge action as cost of living continues to climb
Residents of Wau are increasingly struggling to cope with the rising cost of living as prices of basic commodities continue to surge in local markets, raising fresh concerns about the country’s fragile economic situation. Interviews conducted by Standard Zone News reveal that households are finding it difficult to meet daily needs, with many saying their […]
R-ARCSS-Juba dialogue fails to open after incumbent government boycott
The opening of the Phase Two Joint Stakeholders and R-ARCSS Signatory Parties Dialogue was aborted on its first day after the incumbent SPLM-IG government failed to appear, effectively halting the planned discussions. Participants gathered at the venue, including civil society groups, women mediators, and representatives of several signatory parties to the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement. […]
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 […]
South Sudan’s rising athletes impress at 4th youth games in Angola
South Sudan’s emerging track and field athletes have announced themselves on the continental stage after delivering impressive performances at the 4th Youth Games in Angola, raising hopes ahead of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Competing under the banner of the South Sudan National Olympic Committee, the young runners secured top-seven finishes and set new […]
Young Boy steals the spotlight at STA Awards 2025 in Juba
South Sudanese music star Young Boy emerged as the undisputed highlight of the STA Awards 2025, held on 13 December in Juba, after sweeping the night’s top honors and thrilling fans at the star-studded ceremony. Young Boy walked away with Best Overall Artist of the Year and Best Overall Male Artist of the Year, firmly […]
Two suspects arrested in killing of MP Luka Mathen in Juba
Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the killing of Council of States member Luka Mathen, who was shot dead on Tuesday night at his residence in Juba’s Gudele neighborhood. According to security sources, unidentified gunmen stormed Mathen’s home and shot him inside his own compound, killing him on the spot. The attackers fled […]
UN report accuses Uganda of violating arms embargo in South Sudan
A newly released United Nations report has accused Uganda of violating the 2018 arms embargo on South Sudan by sending troops and military equipment across the border, beginning in March 2025. The deployment coincided with renewed fighting between government forces and fighters loyal to former Vice President Riek Machar. Machar’s recent arrest and ongoing trial […]
South Sudan leaders promise December 2026 elections
Leaders from South Sudan’s major political parties have officially confirmed that the country’s transitional period will not be extended and pledged to hold national general elections on 22 December 2026. The announcement followed an expanded meeting of the Presidency, which brought together representatives of parties to the Revitalised Peace Agreement. The Minister of Presidential Affairs, […]
Experts, EU, UN women demand greater women’s political inclusion
Political parties in South Sudan are being encouraged to increase women’s participation in leadership and decision-making roles as the nation prepares for the 2026 elections. This renewed call came during a two-day gender assessment workshop that brought together political parties, civil society organizations, government institutions, and gender advocates to examine women’s representation within all registered […]
