Defense, prosecution clash over forensic evidence as court issues rights ruling
The Special Court hearing the Nasir Incident case involving suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and SPLM/A (IO) members saw heated legal arguments over disputed digital forensic evidence, while the court also issued a decisive ruling upholding detainees’ constitutional rights. The court, sitting for its 52nd session at Freedom Hall, heard testimony from South […]
South Sudan opposition alliance snubs Kenya-led national consensus charter
The South Sudan Opposition Movements Alliance (SSOMA) has formally rejected a proposed peace framework led by Kenya, saying it risks legitimizing the country’s political status quo rather than addressing the root causes of its decade-long conflict, according to a media report. The alliance, led by General Thomas Cirillo, said in a position paper dated February […]
SSPDF Gen. suggests leaders’ retreat, inclusive dialogue for lasting peace
A senior general of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces has called on political leaders to hold a retreat and engage in inclusive dialogue, warning that lasting peace in South Sudan depends on cooperation, reconciliation, and dialogue ahead of elections. Lt. Gen. Ashhab Khamis Fatal, a senior general of the SSPDF and Assistant Chief of […]
AU C5 orders ceasefire, demands release of Dr. Machar
The AU C5 has directed South Sudan’s leaders to immediately halt all hostilities and release detained political figures, including First Vice President Riek Machar, following deliberations at the C5 meeting of Heads of State. Delivering the closing remarks, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said the regional leaders reached a firm and unified position after what […]
AU’s AUC5 urged to pressure leaders on peace in South Sudan
Civil society activist Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), has called on the African Union’s ad hoc peace mechanism, AUC5, to take decisive action to halt renewed fighting and push South Sudan’s leaders back to a peaceful political path. Speaking ahead of a side meeting on South Sudan held […]
Kiir repeats peace pledge at AU summit
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has once again pledged to restore peace and stability in South Sudan and Sudan as he joined fellow African leaders at the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa. The gathering marked the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government. Held under the theme “Assuring Sustainable Water […]
Juba city council orders roadside vendors to vacate within three days
The Juba City Council has issued a formal legal notice ordering all roadside vendors operating in unauthorized locations to vacate public spaces within three days, effective Friday, 13 February 2026. The directive, issued under the Local Government Act, 2009 and the Council’s municipal bylaws, targets businesses operating from temporary or improvised structures along road reserves, […]
Lukak survives chamber coup as ministries nullify rivals
The Ministries of Justice and Trade have upheld the SSNCCIA leadership under Losidik Lukak Legge, rejecting a rival faction’s claim to power. In a letter dated 13 February 2026, Justice Minister Michael Makuei Lueth declared that an Extraordinary General Assembly meeting held on 30 January 2026 which dissolved Lukak’s executive and installed an interim leadership […]
Female Journalists to cascade skills nationwide, UJOSS
The Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) has concluded a two-day Trainers of Trainees (ToT) workshop aimed at strengthening the Female Journalists Network, with plans underway to include the newly trained trainers in future engagements in various states to expand journalism mentorship and capacity-building programs across the country. Speaking during the conclusion of the […]
Turkey to study South Sudan rail, river, airport projects
South Sudan has taken a major step toward upgrading its transport network after signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Turkish business groups to carry out feasibility studies on railway, river transport, and airport development. The agreement, signed on 13 February 2026 by the Ministry of Transport, marks the start of formal engagement with private […]
