Norwegian Church Aid leader calls for action on women’s rights in South Sudan
The Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) Country Director, Cathrine Seland, has called for stronger action to protect and promote the rights of women and girls in South Sudan. Speaking during International Women’s Day celebrations in Hai Baraka, Juba, Seland praised the dedication of communities and faith leaders who have been instrumental in advancing gender equality. “It […]
Women leaders urge Kiir to free Machar, restart inclusive political dialogue
Women leaders in South Sudan have called on President Salva Kiir to facilitate the release of First Vice President Riek Machar Teny and other political detainees as part of efforts to restart an inclusive political dialogue aimed at advancing the country’s fragile peace process. The appeal was made during a gathering of women leaders and […]
Donors urge increased investment in education as back to learning campaign begins
International partners have urged the government of South Sudan to significantly increase investment in education as the country begins nationwide campaign to return millions of out-of-school children to classrooms. Government officials and development partners launched the Back to Learning Campaign in Wau on Monday, calling on communities, parents and authorities to ensure children enrol and […]
Norwegian ambassador calls for ending violence against women
The Ambassador of Norway to South Sudan, Roar Haugsdal, has called for stronger efforts to end violence against women and renew commitments to gender equality. Ambassador Haugsdal made the remarks during celebrations marking International Women’s Day 2026, held at the residence of the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Juba on Sunday. The event brought together government […]
Iran names Khamenei’s son Mojtaba as supreme leader
Iran’s clerical body, the Assembly of Experts, has named Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new Supreme Leader, following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, who was killed in recent U.S.–Israeli strikes that escalated tensions across the Middle East. The 56-year-old cleric becomes only the third Supreme Leader in the history of the Islamic Republic, […]
SSPDF orders UNMISS, NGOs, civilians out of Akobo within 72 hours
The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) has ordered UNMISS personnel, humanitarian organizations, and civilians in Akobo to vacate the town and surrounding areas within 72 hours, following the next phase of military operations in the region. According to a press release issued by Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, the Director for Media & Press […]
South Sudan, China discuss strengthening trade and investment ties
The Republic of South Sudan and the People’s Republic of China held high-level discussions in Juba today aimed at deepening trade cooperation and fostering investment opportunities between the two nations. The meeting, led by Atong Kuol Manyang Juuk, South Sudan’s National Minister of Trade and Industry, welcomed the Ambassador of China to South Sudan along […]
South Sudan’s standards bureau turns back 16 trucks at Nimule border
The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) has turned back 16 trucks carrying food consignments at the Nimule Border Station after the goods failed to meet the country’s required national quality standards. According to information shared on the official SSNBS page, inspectors stationed at the Nimule port of entry conducted routine conformity assessment checks […]
Promise on Paper: Why South Sudan’s peace deal fails to protect children
Christine was 17 when she stood among a group of 22 children released from the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces in the village of Rimenze, about 30 kilometres from Yambio, in Western Equatoria State. Christine is not her real name. For years, her life had revolved around survival rather than childhood. Recruited as a child, […]
South Sudan officials hails Adwa victory, reaffirms Ethiopia ties
South Sudanese leaders and diplomats on Tuesday joined the Ethiopian Embassy in Juba to commemorate the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Adwa, describing the historic triumph as a defining moment for African resistance, unity, and self-determination. Speaking at the event, the Ethiopian Ambassador Delil Kedir, said the victory at Adwa in 1896 went far […]
