After decades of bloodshed, Rwanda and DRC seal Trump-brokered peace deal
In a major diplomatic breakthrough aimed at ending one of Africa’s most persistent and devastating conflicts, U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Rwandan President Paul Kagame and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi for the signing of a historic peace agreement between their two nations. The deal, hailed by all three leaders as a […]
Unseen Victory: The truth behind South Sudan’s neglected blind football team
Their journey to Kampala began on a crowded bus, not by choice, but because there were no funds for flights. Even after winning a trophy that should have sparked national pride, they returned to Juba the same way: quietly, without fans, cameras, or officials to welcome them. The National Bright Star Men’s Blind Football Team […]
Frontline workers warn women’s lives at risk in Unity State
Frontline health workers in Unity State are raising the alarm over the growing risks to women and girls as floods, displacement, and funding shortfalls threaten access to critical health and protection services. Thousands of women rely on sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and gender-based violence (GBV) services supported by Cordaid and UNFPA, but access remains […]
Open, honest dialogue is South Sudan’s only path to peace: Norway says
Norway has issued a stark warning to South Sudan’s political leaders, the country now has only one path to prevent renewed conflict open and honest dialogue.” Speaking at a national peace forum in Juba, Norwegian Ambassador to South Sudan , Ambassador Roar Haugsdal said the time for political excuses, delays, and closed-door negotiations has passed. […]
South Sudan issues new order regulating gold trade and export
The Government of South Sudan has issued a new ministerial order tightening regulations on the buying, selling, and exporting of gold across the country. The directive, known as Ministerial Order No. 04/2025, was signed by Martin Gama Abucha, Minister of Mining, and officially came into effect on November 6, 2025. According to the order, only […]
South Sudan launches $17 million schools project targeting 200,000 children
South Sudan has launched a landmark education initiative aimed at protecting over 200,000 schoolchildren from the escalating effects of climate change, including floods, droughts, and extreme heat that continue to disrupt learning across the country. Speaking during the launch in Juba, Vice President Josephine Lagu described the project as “a promise to the children of […]
Over 445,000 people displaced by renewed fighting in South Sudan-ICRC report
More than 445,000 people have been displaced across South Sudan in 2025 amid intensifying armed conflict, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said Tuesday, warning that shrinking humanitarian funding risks pushing the country deeper into crisis. According to the ICRC, the surge in fighting has spread across several regions, including Upper Nile, Jonglei, […]
President Samia takes oath after disputed, violent Tanzania vote
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been sworn in for a second term following a highly disputed election marred by violent protests, mass arrests, and a nationwide internet blackout. The swearing-in ceremony, held under tight security at a military parade ground in Dodoma, was closed to the public but broadcast live on state-run TBC. The […]
South Sudan orders 70% UNMISS reduction, closes bases, POCs
The government of South Sudan has demanded a significant drawdown of UNMISS forces, including base closures and halting aerial operations, according to a diplomatic note obtained by Standard Zone News. The note, issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 28th October 2025, represents the most significant challenge to the UN peacekeeping mission in South […]
UN tells General Assembly: South Sudan’s peace agreement at risk of total collapse
The United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has warned the UN General Assembly that the country’s fragile peace process is in serious jeopardy, amid escalating armed conflict, political detentions, and widespread human rights violations. Speaking to the Assembly’s Third Committee, Commissioner Barney Afako said that South Sudan’s 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement once […]
