Bureau of Standards pushes for standardization and consumer protection
As the country commemorates World Metrology Day under the theme “Measurements for All Time, All People,” the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has urged business enterprises to maintain accurate measuring instruments, reinforcing the importance of measurement precision in trade, health, and consumer protection. World Metrology Day, observed annually on May 20, celebrates the […]
Activist urges leaders to strengthen dialogue for national stability
Civil society activist Edmund Yakani has applauded the recent meeting between Vice President Rebecca Nyandeng and President Salva Kiir, stating that it should serve as the foundation for broader dialogue among South Sudan’s leaders and political parties. He emphasized that sustained discussions among key political figures are essential for addressing governance challenges and fostering national […]
Suzan Adit’s journey to Miss top model of the world 2025
Suzan Adit, a popular model in South Sudan’s fashion scene, is set to compete in the prestigious Miss Top Model of the World pageant in Egypt. Known for her elegance and poise, Suzan’s participation marks a significant milestone for South Sudan in the international modeling arena. On Monday, Adit had the honor of meeting with […]
SPLA veterans demand support for South Sudan’s soldiers
Veterans of South Sudan’s liberation struggle are calling on the government to improve the welfare of soldiers, emphasizing that proper support honors the sacrifices made for the nation’s independence. The Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA), founded on May 16, 1983, was the armed wing of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement that fought for decades against […]
Activist urges Kiir to act as intercommunal violence devastates Tonj
The Executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmund Yakani, has issued a strong appeal to President Salva Kiir, urging swift and decisive action to curb the deadly wave of intercommunal violence in Warrap State. Yakani’ made the call on Sunday, following the recent killing, burning, and destroying of properties in Tonj, Warrap […]
Twice Ousted: Former ICT Undersecretary loses another Gov’t Job over alleged misconduct
Martin Mabior Mawien’s turbulent career in public service took another blow as the Executive Director of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority (PPDAA), Deng Akuei Kak, officially terminated his employment over alleged misconduct. The dismissal order, signed by Deng Akuei Kak, cited Mawien’s violation of laws prohibiting civil servants from criticizing the government. […]
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 […]
Stability: South Sudan’s key development and cultural revival catalyst – Igga
Ongoing violence and instability continue to block South Sudan’s progress, leaving development projects stalled and cultural traditions at risk, the Secretary General of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), Dr. James Wani Igga said. The former Vice President, now the ruling party’s third top leader, warned at the Pojulu cultural festival over the weekend that […]
Yakani commends gov’t for seeking solution to pension arrears
The move by the government to clear pension arrears for retired public servants has garnered praise from civil society activist, Edmund Yakani, executive Director of Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO). On Monday, the Economic Cluster, chaired by Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel, approved a sum of SSP 43 billion and $75 million for the […]
Gov’t pledges to settle millions pension arrears after years of silence
After more than a decade of silence, the Government of South Sudan has finally addressed the long-standing issue of unpaid pension arrears, amounting to SSP 43 billion and USD 75 million accumulated since independence in 2011. The announcement was made following a high-level meeting between Vice President and Chairperson of the Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin […]
