South Sudan’s rising star Khaman Maluach declared for 2025 NBA Draft
By Denilson Deneki South Sudanese basketball sensation Khaman Maluach has officially declared for the 2025 NBA Draft, scheduled for June 25–26, marking a significant milestone in the young star’s journey from conflict-torn roots to global recognition. Standing at an imposing 7-foot-2, the 18-year-old center has emerged as one of the most promising talents out of […]
South Sudan lacks legal framework to regulate alcohol imports- SSNBS
Executive Director of South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS), Gloria Nyoka, has defended the institution against criticism of its failure to prevent the entry of harmful alcohol into the country. Speaking at the National Trade Forum on Monday in Juba, Nyoka cites that there are no available legal frameworks in South Sudan to regulate […]
SPLM/A-IO Oyet faction embraces dialogue, demands Machar’s immediate release
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) faction led by Nathaniel Oyet has condemned government plans to replace detained opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar, while expressing openness to renewed dialogue to revive the peace process. Despite deep divisions within the SPLM/A-IO, Dr. Machar and several key members remain under detention, drawing repeated calls for […]
Lakes State confirms 12 new cases of measles
Lakes State health officials have confirmed 12 new cases of measles. The confirmation follows testing of samples as part of ongoing vaccination campaign being conducted across the Country. Maker Malok, Director General at the State Ministry of Health, reported the confirmed cases in an interview with Standard Zone News on Monday. “We currently have 184 […]
Why Juba favors legal action over dialogue with fractured SPLM-IO
The transitional government has shifted its approach to resolving disagreements with the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army-In Opposition (SPLM/A-IO), opting for legal proceedings over further dialogue. Government spokesperson Michael Makuei, said on Saturday, April 26, that this decision follows a series of unsuccessful dialogues which led to the recent clashes in Nasir and Ulang counties of […]
SPLM-IO criticizes Lomuro’s divisive ethnic profiling remarks
The Deputy Chairman of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO), Oyet Nathaniel, has strongly condemned recent remarks made by South Sudan’s Minister of Cabinet Affairs Dr. Martin Elia Lomuro. In a press conference on Saturday in Juba, Lomuro categorized Nasir, Ulang, Akobo, Nyirol, Uror, Fangak, Ayod, Rubkona, and Panyijiar as “hostile” towards the […]
Activist urges NTC to convene conference to discuss action plan
Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), has called on the National Transitional Committee (NTC) to urgently convene an inclusive conference to deliberate on the government’s newly unveiled action plan aimed at restoring peace in South Sudan. Over the weekend, the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Dr. Martin Elia Lomuro, who […]
Gov’t halts Nairobi Tumaini Initiative to address internal peace challenges
The government has announced its decision to pause the Nairobi peace talks, known as the Tumaini Initiative, to prioritize resolving internal peace hurdles stemming from the 2018 revitalized agreement. Speaking to the media on Saturday, government spokesperson Michael Makuei highlighted that internal divisions within the main opposition, a key signatory of the peace agreement, are […]
Gov’t moves to replace Dr. Machar
South Sudan’s First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, could be removed from his position and face trial if an ongoing investigation finds sufficient evidence linking him to recent violence, according to government spokesperson Michael Makuei. Speaking at a press conference on Saturday, information Minister stated that Dr. Machar, who is currently under house arrest, will […]
High-Level committee moves to recognize legitimate SPLM-IO faction amid political splits
The High-Level Standing Committee for Peace Implementation is set to convene a critical meeting to formally recognize the legitimacy of certain members of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army-In Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) following internal political splits. Speaking to the media on Saturday, Dr. Elia Lomuro, Secretary-General of the High-Level Standing Committee, said the body has proposed a […]
