MTN unveils digital lifeline for displaced communities
MTN South Sudan has unveiled a fully equipped Tech Hub at Mangateen Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp in Juba, bringing vital digital access to one of the country’s most underserved communities. The initiative marked the conclusion of the company’s annual #21DaysOfY’elloCare campaign, themed “Empowering Communities Through Digital Solutions.” The solar-powered hub features desktop computers and […]
Journalists gather in Juba to shape constitutional reporting
A three-day workshop aimed at empowering journalists to actively participate in the constitutional-making process kicked off in Juba on Monday. Held under the theme “Promoting a Media Culture that Fosters Peace, Social Cohesion, and Public Participation in Democratic Processes,” the event brings together over 50 journalists drawn from all ten states and three administrative areas […]
Diggala demarcation sparks new era of urban expansion
In a bold move to tackle Juba’s growing urban congestion, officials from Juba County, Central Equatoria State have launched a major land demarcation initiative in Diggala, setting aside 1,800 square kilometers for new residential and public development. The launch event, held over the weekend, brought together high-ranking government officials, community elders, and local residents in […]
Warrap consultative forum rings loud with calls to end elite-driven incitement
As newly appointed Warrap State Governor Bol Wek Agoth begins his quest to restore peace, a just-concluded community consultative meeting in Juba ended with firm resolutions and urgent calls for accountability, especially directed at political and military elites accused of fueling community violence. The consultative gathering, held on Saturday in the capital under Governor Agoth’s […]
Economists urge government to stockpile fuel as Israel-Iran conflict deepens
As global concern grows over the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, South Sudanese economists are urging the government to secure reserves of essential goods, particularly fuel, to cushion the potential economic shocks from the war. In an interview, prominent economist Abraham Maliet emphasized that the geopolitical tensions have already had ripple effects across the […]
Aerial bombardment reported in Unity State’s Panyijiar county
Government forces under the South Sudan Peoples Defense Forces (SSPDF) have reportedly carried out aerial bombardments in southeastern Panyijiar early Monday morning. Local sources say military aircraft targeted suspected opposition positions shortly after dawn, sending shockwaves across the region. The motive behind the offensive is still unclear, but it follows recent clashes and increased movement […]
New units open in Bor Hospital as minister urges equipment care
Two key departments, a radiology unit and a neonatal intensive care unit, have officially opened at Bor Hospital in Jonglei State, offering new hope for improved diagnostics and infant care in the region. During the inauguration, Jonglei State Minister of Health, Lual Monyluak Dau, called on hospital administrators and staff to prioritize the maintenance of […]
EU commits €11M to support displacement recovery in South Sudan
The European Union has pledged €11 million to support long-term recovery and resilience efforts in South Sudan, addressing the displacement crisis sparked by ongoing conflict in neighboring Sudan. The funding, channeled through the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), is set to benefit around 40,000 people, including Sudanese refugees, South […]
Gender justice takes center stage in South Sudan’s peace agenda
South Sudan’s march toward lasting peace took a bold step forward this week, as international and local stakeholders came together to elevate gender justice as a cornerstone of the nation’s future. In a high-level seminar hosted by UN Women and the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad), voices from government, civil society, and the global […]
South Sudan strains under burden of 600,000 refugees
South Sudan, a nation struggling with its own internal political turmoil and economic instability, is currently hosting over 600,000 registered refugees, a number that officials say has overwhelmed the country’s resources. This situation was brought to light by Yawusa Daud Kintha, Deputy Director for Protection and Refugee Welfare at the South Sudan Commission for Refugee […]
