Army chief declares Nhial Deng Nhial a rebel following formation of new party
South Sudan’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Paul Nang Majok, has declared that the army will take firm action against individuals accused of taking up arms against the government, including former senior SPLM official Nhial Deng Nhial, who recently announced the formation of a new political party. According to Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, […]
Lake state gov’t bans media over Nhial Deng Nhial’s interview, but is it legal?
The Government of Lakes State has suspended Lakes State Media (LSM), accusing the outlet of “promoting dissent” and “hosting interviews with defected groups and rebels,” in what observers describe as a politically charged move that raises fresh questions about media freedom and due process in South Sudan. The decision, contained in a letter signed by […]
SPLM slams Nhial Deng Nhial, labels his new party disappointing
South Sudan’s ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has sharply criticized former presidential affairs minister Nhial Deng Nhial following his announcement of a new political party, describing the move as “disappointing” and “politically disingenuous.” In a statement issued Tuesday, SPLM Acting Secretary for Political Affairs, Kuol Atem, said Nhial’s decision to break away from the […]
Tonj politics on fire: Graduates rebel against community boss
The Tonj community in Juba is witnessing political drama worthy of a soap opera, after its graduates’ union dramatically withdrew confidence in the community leadership of Mr. Andrew Kuac Mayol, accusing him of turning a neutral cultural umbrella into a political megaphone. The rift erupted after Mr. Mayol, the Overall Chairperson of the Tonj Community, […]
Top SPLM veteran splits, forms ‘Salvation Movement’ for reform
South Sudan’s political establishment, senior politician Nhial Deng Nhial, a longtime heavyweight of the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), has broken ranks to launch his own political party, the South Sudan Salvation Movement (SSSM), promising a new dawn of reform and accountability. Unveiling the new outfit through an 18-page declaration, Nhial accused the SPLM […]
