Kiir establishes national committee to prevent Ebola entry
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has established a national Ebola Preparedness Committee tasked with strengthening the country’s preparedness and preventive measures to ensure the Ebola virus does not enter South Sudan. The committee brings together senior government officials, health authorities, security institutions, academia, religious leaders and civil society representatives to coordinate national efforts on surveillance, prevention, […]
Kiir sacks deputy justice minister, names replacement
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has removed Joseph Malek Arop as Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and appointed a replacement. In a presidential decree read on the state broadcaster SSBC, President Kiir appointed Molana Dr William Othon Awer as the new Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. Dr Awer replaces Mr Arop, who […]
Kiir sacks six ministers, eight other officials in Lakes
South Sudan President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dismissed six state ministers and eight other senior officials in Lakes State in a major reshuffle of the state government. The changes were announced in a series of Republican Decrees issued by President Kiir, affecting the revitalised transitional government of Lakes State. Among those removed are the ministers […]
President Kiir congratulates newly ordained Catholic priests in Juba
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has congratulated three newly ordained Catholic priests as they begin their ministry and service to the people of South Sudan. President Kiir made the remarks on Sunday after attending Holy Mass at St Theresa Cathedral, commonly known as Kator Cathedral, in Juba. The Mass was presided over by Rev. Fr. Nelson […]
Nation honours John Garang and South Sudan’s Martyrs
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has led South Sudan in commemorating Martyrs’ Day, honouring the men and women whose sacrifices paved the way for the country’s independence. Citizens, government officials, security personnel, diplomats and veterans gathered on Thursday for a solemn ceremony dedicated to the country’s fallen heroes and heroines. The commemoration paid particular tribute to […]
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 […]
President Kiir returns to Juba after week-long tour of Bahr el Ghazal region
President Salva Kiir Mayardit returned to Juba on Friday after completing a week-long visit to the Bahr el Ghazal region, where he held public rallies and engaged with communities in an effort to promote peace, economic recovery, and preparations for South Sudan’s planned general elections. During the tour, President Kiir visited the towns of Wau, […]
US say Kiir lacks political will to deliver peace in South Sudan
The United States has accused President Salva Kiir and other South Sudanese leaders of lacking the political will needed to implement the country’s fragile peace agreement, warning that continued inaction is fueling instability and undermining prospects for lasting peace. The criticism was delivered at the United Nations Security Council on Friday as members voted to […]
South Sudan pays tribute to late diplomat Ruben Marial Benjamin
South Sudan has paid tribute to the late Ruben Marial Benjamin following his untimely passing, with President Salva Kiir Mayardit describing him as a committed patriot who dedicated his life to the service of the nation. In a condolence message issued on Wednesday, President Kiir said the death of Ambassador Ruben Marial Benjamin was a […]
How memory of the liberation struggle brought Kiir and William Garang together again
There are moments in life that quietly remind people how time changes everything and how some friendships survive war, pain, separation, and history itself. For many South Sudanese, Major General William Deng Garang is not just another name from the liberation era. He is one of the men who walked through the harsh years of […]
