Health minister urges urgent action on failing health system
South Sudan’s Minister of Health, Sarah Cleto Rial, has called for immediate and decisive action to address persistent weaknesses undermining the country’s health system, warning that delays could further worsen already critical health indicators. The call was made during a high-level briefing with the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP), the Health Systems Transformation Project (HSTP) […]
Special court delays Dr. Machar trial over evidence dispute
The Special Court hearing the case against suspended First Vice President Riek Machar and seven co-accused members of the SPLM-IO has adjourned proceedings to February 25 following a dispute over the admissibility of prosecution evidence. Chief Judge James Alala said the tribunal required additional time to review objections raised by the defence, which challenged a […]
South Sudan peace process under severe strain, CTSAMVM tells CTC meeting
South Sudan’s peace process is under severe strain, the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) told the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Committee (CTC) meeting as it resumed its sittings after nearly a year without convening. Opening the session, CTSAMVM chairperson Maj. Gen. Tashome Anagawe Ayana said the meeting was taking place […]
SSRA, URA mull cooperation on cross-border trade issues
The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) and the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in an effort to curb smuggling, illegal dumping, and tax evasion that affect cross-border trade between the two neighboring countries. The agreement follows a high-level meeting held on Tuesday, February 18, 2026, at the URA headquarters in […]
Youth union leader engages VP Lagu on youth policy agenda
Youth representatives on Tuesday urged Vice President Josephine Lagu Yanga to prioritize youth-focused reforms during high-level talks in Juba. The delegation, led by SSNYU leadership under the guidance of Taban Paride, said the meeting focused on practical policy interventions needed to address the growing socio-economic challenges facing the country’s youth, particularly in Juba and other […]
South Sudan adopts cybercrime law as Kiir signs three bills
South Sudan has adopted a new cybercrime law after President Salva Kiir Mayardit signed into law three key pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening digital governance, public financial oversight, and environmental protection. The laws assented to by the President include the Cyber Crime and Computer Misuse Act, 2026, the Southern Sudan Audit Chamber Act, 2011 […]
Kiir directs SPLM secretariat to audit party assets ahead of elections
President Salva Kiir has ordered the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement Secretariat to conduct a comprehensive audit of all party assets and investments, both locally and abroad, as the ruling party steps up preparations for the upcoming general elections. The directive was issued after President Kiir, who chairs the SPLM, received a detailed progress report from […]
Central Equatoria Chamber of Commerce Accuses Juba Mayor, Commissioner of Interference
Central Equatoria State Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture has accused the Mayor of Juba City and the Commissioner of Juba County of illegally interfering in the affairs of the Chamber. The Chamber claims the officials have been appointing and removing leaders without following established procedures. Speaking in Juba on Tuesday, Chairperson of the Central […]
South Sudan civil society welcomes AUC5 plus outcome, demands action
South Sudan’s civil society has welcomed the outcome of the AU C5 Plus meeting, describing it as a decisive step toward restoring peace and advancing the country’s stalled transition, while urging leaders to move swiftly from commitments to concrete action. Speaking after the meeting, Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of CEPO, praised the leadership of regional […]
Drug shortages hit Lainya County health facilities
Health authorities and medical workers in Lainya County of Central Equatoria State have raised alarm over a severe shortage of essential medicines and basic medical supplies. They warn that the crisis is pushing vulnerable communities, especially pregnant women and children, into life-threatening situations. Speaking in an interview, the County Medical Director for Lainya, Julius Luate, […]
