MSF airdrops life-saving aid to hard-to-reach Jonglei communities
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has carried out emergency airdrops of relief supplies to communities in Fangak County, Jonglei State, cut off by flooding and insecurity. The operation delivered 24 consignments, each weighing up to 100 kilograms, directly to green fields near local health facilities, ensuring vital medical support reaches the most vulnerable populations. “During the […]
Justice Quest: NBGS youth file case against Jonglei gov’t inaction
A legal storm is unfolding in Jonglei State after youths from Northern Bahr el Ghazal filed a lawsuit against the Jonglei state government, accusing it of failing to apprehend attackers who recently assaulted Bahr el Ghazal traders in Bor Town. The traders were attacked last week in Panliet suburb, Bor Town, where assailants reportedly inflicted […]
Yakani condemns threats against Jonglei-based activist
Prominent civil society activist Edmund Yakani has condemned threats made against Bol Deng Bol, a fellow activist in Jonglei State, following his outspoken criticisms of state policies. Bol, who resides in Bor town, has recently voiced his concerns that he is being targeted for his advocacy work, which he believes is being misrepresented as a […]
Women step up: Jonglei–GPAA forum eyes peace, leadership
The air in Juba was filled with hope, determination, and unity as women from across Jonglei State and the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) gathered for the Jonglei–GPAA Women’s Conference, a groundbreaking forum dedicated to amplifying women’s voices in peacebuilding and leadership. The conference, held at Boma Hall, Imperial Plaza, brought together influential women leaders, […]
Deng Kuir triumphs in hotly contested TEYA leadership poll
Deng William Kuir has been elected Chairperson of the Twic East Youth Association (TEYA) for the 2025–2027 term, following a closely contested and peaceful election in Juba on Sunday. The election drew high voter turnout from all payams of Twic East County. Kuir, the flagbearer of the Twic East Forward (TEF) camp, emerged victorious on […]
Community radio seeks reopening after apology over shutdown
Radio Jonglei’s management has apologized to the public and called on the government to lift its shutdown order, following allegations of violations that led to the station’s abrupt closure. The community-based radio station was shut down over the weekend by state authorities, who claimed it had broadcast a provocative song inciting violence. In response, Tijwong […]
Jonglei teachers threaten strike over three months’ unpaid salaries
Jonglei State Teachers’ Union (JSTU) is urging the government and the National Ministry of Finance and Planning to pay overdue salaries for March, April, and May 2025. In a statement dated June 2, 2025, the Union noted that salaries for the mentioned months have not been paid, despite government announcement that funds have been disbursed. […]
Jonglei’s new revenue commissioner tasked with cleaning up corruption
Jonglei State Governor Dr. Riek Gai Kok has instructed the newly appointed Commissioner of the State Revenue Authority to prioritize transparency and accountability in tax collection and expenditure. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony of state officials, including Revenue Commissioner Donge Gai Donge, Kok emphasized that efficient revenue collection is essential for funding development programs and […]
Jonglei battles gang violence: Arrests made in street clashes
Authorities in Jonglei State have intensified efforts to curb gang-related violence by launching a crackdown on machete-wielding groups, leading to multiple arrests. Speaking to the media, Lieutenant Akech Mapiou, the police spokesperson, emphasized that criminal gang activities continue to pose a significant security threat in the state. Many of the arrested, police said, were young […]
