SPLM-IO infighting intensifies over leadership legitimacy
A fresh wave of internal strife has hit the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO), as the Youth League in Eastern Equatoria State rejects the suspension of its leaders by Interim Chairperson Stephen Par Kuol. The SPLM-IO State Youth League Chairperson, Visor Likali Olum, who also serves as a member of the Eastern Equatoria State Parliament, […]
MTN unveils digital lifeline for displaced communities
MTN South Sudan has unveiled a fully equipped Tech Hub at Mangateen Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp in Juba, bringing vital digital access to one of the country’s most underserved communities. The initiative marked the conclusion of the company’s annual #21DaysOfY’elloCare campaign, themed “Empowering Communities Through Digital Solutions.” The solar-powered hub features desktop computers and […]
Journalists gather in Juba to shape constitutional reporting
A three-day workshop aimed at empowering journalists to actively participate in the constitutional-making process kicked off in Juba on Monday. Held under the theme “Promoting a Media Culture that Fosters Peace, Social Cohesion, and Public Participation in Democratic Processes,” the event brings together over 50 journalists drawn from all ten states and three administrative areas […]
Diggala demarcation sparks new era of urban expansion
In a bold move to tackle Juba’s growing urban congestion, officials from Juba County, Central Equatoria State have launched a major land demarcation initiative in Diggala, setting aside 1,800 square kilometers for new residential and public development. The launch event, held over the weekend, brought together high-ranking government officials, community elders, and local residents in […]
Economists urge government to stockpile fuel as Israel-Iran conflict deepens
As global concern grows over the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, South Sudanese economists are urging the government to secure reserves of essential goods, particularly fuel, to cushion the potential economic shocks from the war. In an interview, prominent economist Abraham Maliet emphasized that the geopolitical tensions have already had ripple effects across the […]
Aerial bombardment reported in Unity State’s Panyijiar county
Government forces under the South Sudan Peoples Defense Forces (SSPDF) have reportedly carried out aerial bombardments in southeastern Panyijiar early Monday morning. Local sources say military aircraft targeted suspected opposition positions shortly after dawn, sending shockwaves across the region. The motive behind the offensive is still unclear, but it follows recent clashes and increased movement […]
President Kiir in UAE for diplomatic alliances
On a quiet Sunday afternoon, President Salva Kiir boarded his flight from Juba, setting out on what his office has called a high-stakes diplomatic mission to the United Arab Emirates a visit seen by many as a calculated effort to redefine South Sudan’s standing on the global stage. At the heart of the trip lies […]
Morobo hospital hit in night raid, ambulances burned, medicine stolen
A health facility in Morobo County, Central Equatoria State, was violently attacked on Friday night, with two ambulances set ablaze and vital medical supplies looted. Authorities blame SPLA-IO forces for the assault, which has left the community without access to healthcare and drawn sharp condemnation from local officials and rights groups. The Commissioner of Morobo […]
Ending impunity: Unity gov’t urged fast-track establishment of Hybrid Court
The shadows of the brutal 2013 and 2016 civil wars still haunt the streets of Juba and the peaceful villages across South Sudan. While many survivors have healed physically, the psychological torture and longing for justice persist among many citizens. This week, the Transitional Justice Working Group (TJWG), a civil society coalition, raised its voice […]
Warrap attack proves need for comprehensive community disarmament- Yakani
The resurgence of deadly attacks in Warrap state is drawing widespread condemnation from civil society activist, who are now urging the national strategy to apply an all-out approach to the cycle of attacks. The attack, which occurred earlier this week, resulted in significant casualties and highlights the persistent challenge of armed violence despite ongoing disarmament […]
