Harry Kane wins first Ballon d’Or
Bayern Munich and England striker Harry Kane has been crowned the 2026 Ballon d’Or winner, claiming the prestigious individual award for the first time in his career after a remarkable season in which he scored 71 goals for club and country. Kane’s triumph places him among England’s elite footballing legends, becoming the fifth English player […]
President Kiir heads to Moscow for Russia-Africa summit
President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Monday departed Juba for Moscow, Russia, to participate in the Third Russia-Africa Summit scheduled for October 28–29, as South Sudan seeks to strengthen diplomatic relations and expand cooperation with Russia and other African countries. The summit is expected to bring together African leaders and Russian officials to discuss strategic partnerships, […]
Warrap intercommunal clashes kill 72, injure 38
At least 72 people have been killed and 38 wounded in intercommunal violence in Akop Payam, Tonj North County, Warrap State, according to the state government. In a statement dated October 26, the government said the attack involved armed elements from Mayom County in neighbouring Unity State and sub-sections of Alabek Payam, leaving casualties on […]
Machar tells court white army is not under his command
Former First Vice-President Dr. Riek Machar has denied commanding the White Army, telling the Special Court in Juba that the armed youth group does not operate under his military authority. Machar made the remarks on Monday while presenting his defence statement during the 124th session of the trial over the March 2025 attack on a […]
Kalisto Lado takes the fight to land grabbers
Juba County Caretaker Commissioner Maulana Kalisto Lado Faustino Nyigilo Wani has warned against illegal land acquisition and deforestation following an inspection in Garbu Boma, Mangalla Payam. During the inspection on Sunday, 25 October 2026, Lado condemned illegal land settlement and called for legal action against individuals involved in unlawful land acquisition. He urged residents and […]
Big Brothers Company faces investigation over alleged repackaging of expired goods
The caretaker governor of Central Equatoria State, Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has ordered an investigation into Big Brothers General Trading and Investment Company Limited over allegations that expired food products were being repackaged for public consumption in Gumbo, Juba. On Saturday, October 24, caretaker Juba County Commissioner Kalisto Lado announced the arrest of six […]
Family seeks prayers for hospitalised Anyanya one leader Joseph Lagu
Retired General Joseph Lagu Yanga, leader of the Anyanya One Movement, is receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Juba, according to a public announcement issued by his family. The family has appealed to well-wishers, friends and members of the public to remember the veteran leader in their prayers, asking God to grant him healing, […]
South Sudan court rejects Machar’s request to present video evidence
A special court in Juba has rejected a request by former First Vice President Riek Machar to present video footage of public statements made by senior government officials before and after his arrest. The ruling was delivered on Friday during the 123rd session of the Special Court on the Incident of Nasir, where Machar and […]
Kiir hands new officials a fresh mandate to improve service delivery
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has sworn in five newly appointed government officials, urging them to strengthen institutional performance, improve public service delivery and contribute to peace and national stability. The swearing-in ceremony took place in Juba on Friday, following their appointments to various government positions. Those sworn into office include Presidential Advisor on International Relations […]
SPLM primaries: Ezekiel Lul, Rebecca Joshua Lose as new faces emerge
Two familiar political figures, Ezekiel Lul Gatkuoth and Rebecca Joshua Okwaci, have reportedly lost their bids in the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) primaries, as new contenders emerge in the party’s internal selection process ahead of the December 22 general elections. Gatkuoth lost the contest for the National Legislative Assembly seat representing Longechuk County, […]
