Top comedian warns South Sudan’s economic pain is worsening
One of South Sudan’s best-known comedians, Rocka Ringo, has issued a public appeal to the government, warning that the country’s worsening economic hardship is pushing millions of citizens deeper into poverty and demanding a clear roadmap to address the soaring cost of living. In an open letter addressed to government officials and shared on social […]
South Sudan opens new Juba Airport terminal
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has officially inaugurated the new Terminal Three at Juba International Airport, marking a major milestone in South Sudan’s efforts to modernize its aviation infrastructure and improve international air transport services. The commissioning ceremony, held on Thursday in Juba, brought together senior government officials, diplomats, aviation stakeholders and development partners to witness […]
MP concludes defence testimony, seeks dismissal of charges
Gatwech Lam Puoch, a member of South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) representing Nasir County under the SPLM-IO, has concluded his defence testimony before the Special Court trying Dr. Riek Machar and his co-accused, asking judges to dismiss the charges against him and reject the prosecution’s digital forensic evidence. Mr. Puoch, the third accused […]
Governor Lobong suspends Torit commissioner, appoints caretaker
Eastern Equatoria State Governor Gen. Louis Lobong Lojore has indefinitely suspended the Commissioner of Torit County, Hon. Lokang Charles Italian, and appointed a caretaker to take over the administration of the county with immediate effect. The decision was announced through Gubernatorial Decree No. 13/2026, signed on 15 July 2026. The decree states that the suspension […]
Sudan court orders deportation of 23 South Sudanese
A criminal court in Al Dabbah in Sudan’s Northern State has ordered the deportation of 23 South Sudanese nationals, raising concerns among hundreds of South Sudanese residents who fear they could also be forced to leave the area. According to preliminary information, the court issued the deportation order after the 23 individuals were arrested from […]
Revenue Authority updates reform committee on Nimule border measures
The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has updated the government’s Ministerial High-Level Committee on Economic Reform on measures being implemented at the Nimule border crossing to strengthen revenue collection and support the country’s ongoing economic reform programme. The briefing was delivered on Monday by the Commissioner General of the SSRA, Ambassador Moun Deng Ajuet, during […]
Sudan rejects South Sudan’s inclusion of Abyei in 2026 elections
Sudan has rejected South Sudan’s decision to include the disputed Abyei Administrative Area among the geographical constituencies for the country’s general elections scheduled for 22 December 2026, according to the Sudan News Agency (SUNA). Citing a statement from Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, SUNA reported that Khartoum considers the move a violation […]
South Sudan boxing president seeks greater support for sport
South Sudan Boxing Federation President Tereza Athian Abdulbagi has called for greater recognition and investment in boxing, saying the sport has the potential to produce champions and unite young people if given stronger support. Speaking during the Independence Day Boxing Championship in Juba over the weekend, Athian urged government institutions, private companies and the public […]
Clock ticking as CEPO warns election plans faltering
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) has warned that South Sudan risks falling behind in its preparations for the December 22, 2026 general elections, citing funding shortages, insecurity and unresolved political disputes as major obstacles to a credible vote. Speaking on behalf of the civil society organization, CEPO Executive Director Edmund Yakani said recent […]
From awareness to action: RYSA inspires youth to stand for human rights
Hundreds of young people in Rumbek East, Lakes State, are championing human rights and call for an end to early marriage, forced marriage and gender-based violence. For the past few years, many families across the country have continued to grapple with the devastating effects of forced marriage and gender-based violence, practices that rob women and […]
