Speaker Ngere Paciko calls on church to pray for South Sudan’s leaders
The Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Joseph Ngere Paciko, has called on the Church to pray for South Sudan’s leaders, urging unity, peace, and moral responsibility in national leadership. He made the appeal on Sunday during a speech at St. Andrew’s Parish Church in Juba while addressing the Moru Congregation. Ngere said he […]
Yei and Magwi farmers receive climate resilient seeds to tackle low yields
Farmers in Yei River and Magwi counties have received climate-resilient seeds under a new agricultural initiative aimed at improving crop production and addressing persistent low yields in parts of South Sudan known for their fertile land. Under the initiative, eight metric tons of certified foundation seeds were distributed to 30 community seed multipliers across the […]
Parliament rejects Saudi deal signed in Riyadh, citing economic risks
Lawmakers in South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) have rejected a cooperation agreement signed with Saudi Arabia, citing concerns that parts of the deal could undermine the country’s economic sovereignty and expose strategic sectors to excessive foreign influence. The agreement was signed in Riyadh in January 2022 as part of broader efforts to strengthen […]
Nimule wedding goes viral as young bride’s mood draws online attention
What was meant to be a joyful wedding celebration in Nimule has instead turned into one of South Sudan’s biggest online talking points after videos of a young bride and her elderly groom flooded social media platforms. The bride, dressed in a beautiful white wedding gown, appeared elegant and eye-catching during the ceremony. With carefully […]
Kiir says he rejected Bashir’s $505m offer to block South Sudan breakaway
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has claimed that former Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir once offered him $505 million in an alleged attempt to stop South Sudan from gaining independence. Kiir made the remarks on Saturday during celebrations marking the 34th anniversary of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) at Juba Stadium, where he reflected […]
South Sudan’s Kiir dismisses 47 opposition MPs after parliamentary walkout
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dismissed 47 lawmakers aligned with the opposition SPLM-IO party, deepening political tensions within the country’s fragile unity government amid growing disagreements over proposed changes to the 2018 peace agreement. The dismissals were announced through a presidential decree issued under Article 106A(2)(a) of the Transitional Constitution, days after the […]
South Sudan criticizes U.S. visa restrictions on officials and entities
South Sudan government has criticized recent U.S. visa restrictions imposed on members of its transitional government and affiliated entities, warning that the measures could strain diplomatic relations and negatively affect ordinary citizens. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on May 13, 2026, Juba said it received the U.S. […]
Wulu County shines as cultural festival reconciles multi-ethnic communities
Filled with renewed hope and spirit of harmony, Wulu County in Lakes state is witnessing a wave of unity and social cohesion as communities embrace peaceful coexistence through series of cultural showcase. These events highlight cultural practices which promote peace, human rights and gender equality, while denouncing those that are regressive in order to inspire […]
South Sudan Red Cross, health ministry sign blood services deal
The South Sudan Red Cross Society (SSRC) and the Ministry of Health have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening blood transfusion services and improving access to safe blood supplies across the country. The agreement, signed in Juba on May 12, 2026, seeks to enhance cooperation between humanitarian and government institutions in addressing […]
South Sudan women leaders attend digital communication workshop in Juba
Women leaders, journalists, civil society representatives, government officials, and development partners gathered in Juba for a two-day workshop aimed at strengthening women’s communication skills, public speaking, and digital leadership in South Sudan. The training, organized by the Female Journalists Network in partnership with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, focused on empowering women to […]
