South Sudan’s armed youth disarmed UN peacekeepers in ambush
In a humiliating twist that has sent shockwaves through Western Equatoria, UN peacekeepers, the very force deployed to protect civilians, were ambushed and disarmed by a local armed group, who walked away with their weapons. The attack happened Tuesday along the volatile Tambura–Mapuse road. Fighters intercepted a routine UNMISS patrol, forced the blue helmets to […]
Taban Deng hails Juba Auto Show as platform for youth enterprise
Vice President for Infrastructure Cluster, Taban Deng Gai, has praised the Juba Auto Show as a promising platform for youth enterprise, urging financial institutions to back innovative projects that can accelerate South Sudan’s private sector growth. Speaking after a meeting with the Auto Show team led by CEO Mandela Nelson Denis, the Vice President said […]
UN General Assembly urged to act on South Sudan peace stalemate
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has appealed to the United Nations to take decisive action during the upcoming UN General Assembly to rescue South Sudan from a looming political crisis and renewed violence. Edmond Yakani, CEPO’s Executive Director, described the meeting as a “golden opportunity” for the UN Secretary-General and the Chairperson of […]
Yakani condemns threats against Jonglei-based activist
Prominent civil society activist Edmund Yakani has condemned threats made against Bol Deng Bol, a fellow activist in Jonglei State, following his outspoken criticisms of state policies. Bol, who resides in Bor town, has recently voiced his concerns that he is being targeted for his advocacy work, which he believes is being misrepresented as a […]
Financial constraints delay passport, ID production, official says
Financial constraints have caused significant delays in the production of national IDs and passports in South Sudan, officials say. Director-General of the Directorate of Civil Registry, Nationality, Passports, and Immigration, Maj. Gen. Elia Kosta, confirmed that budgetary shortfalls have hindered timely payments to the company responsible for producing the documents. “The delays were largely due […]
Over 50 IDPs trained on village savings and loan associations
Empower Youth Africa (EYA), with support from the UNDP Peace and Community Cohesion Project (PaCC), conducted a five-day intensive training program at the Kor Malang Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp. The initiative focused on Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) and aimed to empower the community with essential financial skills. Fifty enthusiastic participants—28 women and […]
Health ministry flags off fresh fight against trachoma
South Sudan’s Ministry of Health has flagged off a fresh campaign against trachoma in Malakal, renewing momentum in the national drive to eliminate neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). The campaign was launched last week by Undersecretary Dr. Aniin Ngot Ngot, who also inaugurated the country’s NTD Master Plan (2023–2027) during the visit. The plan serves as […]
Women step up: Jonglei–GPAA forum eyes peace, leadership
The air in Juba was filled with hope, determination, and unity as women from across Jonglei State and the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) gathered for the Jonglei–GPAA Women’s Conference, a groundbreaking forum dedicated to amplifying women’s voices in peacebuilding and leadership. The conference, held at Boma Hall, Imperial Plaza, brought together influential women leaders, […]
Communities pledge peaceful coexistence after years of violence
A three-day peace conference uniting herders from Terekeka County and farmers from Juba County ended Friday with firm commitments to reconciliation, peaceful coexistence, and sustainable conflict resolution. The dialogue, held in Kuda from August 27–29, brought together community leaders, traditional authorities, government officials, and representatives of both groups, facilitated by the United Nations Mission in […]
South Sudan parliament move to question VP Bol Mel on public resource abuse
South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has formally moved to summon Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel Akol to answer serious allegations of abuse of public resources, economic mismanagement, and arbitrary use of power. The motion was presented by MP Machok Majong Jong, representing Constituency Number 7, Kuac North/South, Gogrial West County, Warrap State, […]
