MP concludes defence testimony, seeks dismissal of charges
Gatwech Lam Puoch, a member of South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) representing Nasir County under the SPLM-IO, has concluded his defence testimony before the Special Court trying Dr. Riek Machar and his co-accused, asking judges to dismiss the charges against him and reject the prosecution’s digital forensic evidence. Mr. Puoch, the third accused […]
Governor Lobong suspends Torit commissioner, appoints caretaker
Eastern Equatoria State Governor Gen. Louis Lobong Lojore has indefinitely suspended the Commissioner of Torit County, Hon. Lokang Charles Italian, and appointed a caretaker to take over the administration of the county with immediate effect. The decision was announced through Gubernatorial Decree No. 13/2026, signed on 15 July 2026. The decree states that the suspension […]
Sudan court orders deportation of 23 South Sudanese
A criminal court in Al Dabbah in Sudan’s Northern State has ordered the deportation of 23 South Sudanese nationals, raising concerns among hundreds of South Sudanese residents who fear they could also be forced to leave the area. According to preliminary information, the court issued the deportation order after the 23 individuals were arrested from […]
Revenue Authority updates reform committee on Nimule border measures
The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has updated the government’s Ministerial High-Level Committee on Economic Reform on measures being implemented at the Nimule border crossing to strengthen revenue collection and support the country’s ongoing economic reform programme. The briefing was delivered on Monday by the Commissioner General of the SSRA, Ambassador Moun Deng Ajuet, during […]
Sudan rejects South Sudan’s inclusion of Abyei in 2026 elections
Sudan has rejected South Sudan’s decision to include the disputed Abyei Administrative Area among the geographical constituencies for the country’s general elections scheduled for 22 December 2026, according to the Sudan News Agency (SUNA). Citing a statement from Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, SUNA reported that Khartoum considers the move a violation […]
Clock ticking as CEPO warns election plans faltering
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has warned that South Sudan risks falling behind in its preparations for the December 22, 2026 general elections, citing funding shortages, insecurity and unresolved political disputes as major obstacles to a credible vote. Speaking on behalf of the civil society organization, CEPO Executive Director Edmund Yakani said recent […]
From awareness to action: RYSA inspires youth to stand for human rights
Hundreds of young people in Rumbek East, Lakes State, are championing human rights and call for an end to early marriage, forced marriage and gender-based violence. For the past few years, many families across the country have continued to grapple with the devastating effects of forced marriage and gender-based violence, practices that rob women and […]
Central Bank showdown: Governor and workers at war
A dispute has erupted at the Bank of South Sudan after Governor Johnny Ohisa Damian ordered the dissolution of the Bank of South Sudan Workers’ Trade Union (BoSSWTU), prompting union leaders to reject the decision as unconstitutional and insist the organization remains legally recognized. In an administrative order issued under Section 26(1) of the Bank […]
Kabu South residents carry patients on wheelbarrows, Chief says
Residents of Kabu South, a fast-growing settlement on the outskirts of Juba, say the absence of roads, healthcare facilities, schools and clean water has left thousands struggling to access even the most basic public services, with patients often transported to hospital on wheelbarrows during medical emergencies. The concerns were raised during a Community Care Programme […]
Israeli Ambassador leads Juba peace 5K marathon
More than 200 runners took part in the Central Equatoria State–Israel 5K Race for Peace and Development in Juba on Sunday, an event aimed at promoting peace, youth participation and healthy living through sport. The race was led by Israeli Ambassador to South Sudan Gershon Kedar, who joined participants alongside Central Equatoria State Minister of […]
