Kiir backs Gola Boyoi as Murle tensions raise security concerns
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has reaffirmed his support for Greater Pibor Administrative Area Chief Administrator Gola Boyoi Gola amid growing security concerns and tensions involving Murle age-set groups in the area. Gola Boyoi briefed President Kiir on the latest developments in Greater Pibor, highlighting key challenges affecting the area, including security concerns, mining activities in […]
SPLM-FD kicks out Isaiah Hakim in fallout over Nyandeng remarks
The SPLM Leaders Former Political Detainees (SPLM-FD) has revoked the membership of Isaiah Hakim Garang, accusing him of violating the group’s internal rules after he allegedly made public remarks against its leadership. In a letter dated September 8, 2026, the group said Hakim’s membership was revoked with immediate effect following what it described as a […]
South Sudan announces 75 technical training opportunities in Ethiopia
The Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology has announced 75 technical and vocational education and training (TVET) scholarship opportunities offered by the Government of Ethiopia for the 2026/2027 academic year. The ministry said applications will be open from September 7 to September 22, 2026, with application forms available exclusively at the ministry’s headquarters through […]
Chemical weapons allegations cast fresh shadow over Sudan army
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) are facing renewed international scrutiny over allegations that they developed, tested and potentially deployed chlorine-based chemical weapons during the war with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The allegations are based on a large cache of purported military intelligence material obtained and reported on by The Washington Post and The New […]
September deadline nears as Ateny says gov’t may stay beyond
South Sudan’s transitional unity government may remain in office beyond the 22 September 2026 dissolution deadline, with government spokesperson Ateny Wek Ateny saying the process could instead take place in October. Ateny linked the possible delay to President Salva Kiir’s expected attendance at the United Nations General Assembly in New York later this month. “On […]
Youth urged to reject tribal politics ahead of 2026 elections
The Secretary General of the South Sudan National Youth Union (SSNYU), Emmanuel William, has urged young people to reject tribal politics, vote-buying and political leaders who exploit ethnic divisions ahead of the country’s 2026 elections. Mr William made the call during his opening remarks at a one-day Bi-Annual National Youth Dialogue on Electoral Preparedness, Democratic […]
OPINION: South Sudan needs trust based leadership
Politics must never become a place where morality is punished, cunning is rewarded, and ruthless individuals are elevated while honest and patriotic citizens are excluded from decision-making. South Sudan stands at a critical crossroads. We must begin rebuilding the broken walls created by greed, deceit, corruption, impunity and institutional weakness. Our nation cannot progress when […]
South Sudan, Uganda sign cross border health pact
South Sudan and Uganda have signed a two-year cross-border health cooperation pact aimed at strengthening disease surveillance, information sharing and joint response to public health threats along the two countries’ shared border. The agreement was signed in Juba by South Sudan’s Minister of Health, Luke Thompson Teny, and Uganda’s Minister of Health, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi. […]
Kiir mourns passing of Tanzanian President Samia’s husband
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has expressed condolences to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan. In a condolence message dated September 7, 2026, President Kiir said he received the news of Hafidh Ameir’s passing with deep sorrow, extending his sympathies to President Samia, her family and loved ones. […]
Kiir establishes national committee to prevent Ebola entry
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has established a national Ebola Preparedness Committee tasked with strengthening the country’s preparedness and preventive measures to ensure the Ebola virus does not enter South Sudan. The committee brings together senior government officials, health authorities, security institutions, academia, religious leaders and civil society representatives to coordinate national efforts on surveillance, prevention, […]
