South Sudan’s children still trapped in the fires of war
Despite repeated commitments to protect children from recruitment into armed groups, South Sudan’s young generation remains entangled in the country’s enduring cycle of violence, crisis that activists say threatens the very soul of the nation. Lawmaker Samuel Buhori Lotti, Deputy Chairperson of the Specialized Committee on National Security and Public Order, has sounded the alarm […]
What Yakani’s voice adds to the push for Akol’s release
Civil society leader Edmund Yakani has stepped into one of South Sudan’s most sensitive debates, the detention of former Internal Security Bureau chief Gen. Akol Koor Kuc, adding both moral weight and a civic lens to a growing chorus of voices calling for his release. Yakani, who heads the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), […]
Peace advocates threaten legal action against SSPDF, SPLM-IO over ongoing clashes
South Sudan’s peace advocates have condemned renewed fighting between government and opposition forces in Unity State, warning they may take legal action against the warring parties for breaching the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement. Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) Executive Director Edmond Yakani said on Tuesday that the recent clashes in Ropkona County, which left […]
Yakani urges Juba Mayor to end random taxes, restore cleanliness
The Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), Edmond Yakani, has called on Juba’s new city leadership to urgently address the widespread problem of random tax collections and improve the city’s deteriorating sanitation standards. In a public statement welcoming the newly appointed Juba City Mayor and deputy mayors, Yakani said residents are […]
Broken promises, delayed democracy: CEPO raises alarm
The civil society activist has expressed concern over the government’s failure to release funding for pre-election activities, despite earlier assurances from the presidency. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), in a statement on Thursday, revealed that the National Election Commission has yet to receive the promised financial support to […]
Activist urges protection of defense teams in Dr. Machar’s trials
The Community Empowerment for Progress Organisation (CEPO) has issued a strong appeal to national authorities, urging immediate action to ensure the safety and protection of all defense teams involved in ongoing politically sensitive court proceedings. In a public statement, CEPO’s Executive Director, Edmund Yakani, emphasized the importance of safeguarding every individual participating in the judicial […]
South Sudan records 507 suicides in first eight months – report reveals
South Sudan recorded 507 suicide cases between January and August 2025, according to a new survey by the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO). The civil society group warned that unless urgent action is taken, the numbers could climb further due to economic hardship, social pressures, and political instability. Releasing the report in Juba, CEPO’s […]
Al Sabah on the brink: A children’s hospital in crisis
South Sudan’s main children’s hospital – Al Sabah – is no longer a place of healing. It has become a hazard, said Edmond Yakani, Executive Director of CEPO, who issued a sobering appeal after visiting the facility. “With tears in my eyes,” Yakani said, “I beg our leaders to act.” According to activist Yakani, what […]
Civil Society oushes for transparency and security in Western Equatoria
Civil society leader Edmond Yakani has urged the leadership of Western Equatoria State to focus on peace, security, and transparency in managing state affairs, stressing that citizens deserve service-centered governance. Welcoming the arrival of the Governor and Deputy Governor to Yambio, Yakani commended their presence in the state capital as a positive step toward demonstrating […]
Tombura protests escalate as activist warns youth against political manipulation
Protests erupted in Tombura County, Western Equatoria, on Friday as residents accused UNMISS of failing to protect civilians amid ongoing conflict, while a civil society activist urged youth to resist being exploited by political elites. Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progressive Organization (CEPO), warned that political manipulation of youth could ignite […]
