World Children’s Day: South Sudan urged to protect children’s rights

UNICEF has urged the Government of South Sudan to increase investment in essential social services to safeguard children’s rights, warning that millions of young people across the country continue to suffer from preventable hardships linked to poverty, conflict, and chronic underfunding of public systems. The call comes as the world marks World Children’s Day, an […]
Court blocks South Sudan oil sale over loan dispute

A London High Court has issued a last-minute injunction preventing the government of South Sudan from selling a crude oil cargo valued at over US$20 million, after BB Energy sought urgent legal action to recover part of a US$100 million loan it extended to the cash-strapped nation earlier this year, according to Global Trade Review […]
Adil is back with immediate statehouse reshuffle

Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has returned to the leadership of Central Equatoria State with unmistakable urgency, unveiling an immediate reshuffle that signals a renewed bid to tighten coordination and strengthen the state’s executive machinery. Within hours of settling back into his office, Governor Adil issued a series of gubernatorial decrees revoking and reassigning key officials, […]
Stakeholders convene to address critical gaps in peace agreement and democratic transition

A National Stakeholders’ Consultative Dialogue is currently underway in Juba, gathering over 80 representatives from government, civil society, faith-based institutions, and development partners. The three-day forum from 19-21 November 2025 aims to address implementation gaps in the 2018 Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS) and chart a […]
Youth demand passage of youth bodies bill and student fund

South Sudanese youth are intensifying calls for the government to urgently pass two critical pieces of legislation the Youth Bodies Bill 2025 and the long-delayed Student Support Fund Bill as the Council of Ministers resumes its official sittings after months of inactivity. Markaz Al Salam (MAS), with support from the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA), delivered […]
Open, honest dialogue is South Sudan’s only path to peace: Norway says

Norway has issued a stark warning to South Sudan’s political leaders, the country now has only one path to prevent renewed conflict open and honest dialogue.” Speaking at a national peace forum in Juba, Norwegian Ambassador to South Sudan , Ambassador Roar Haugsdal said the time for political excuses, delays, and closed-door negotiations has passed. […]
Back again, Kiir orders repeat appointees to work hard

President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on reappointed government officials to dedicate themselves fully to service delivery and address the pressing challenges facing South Sudan. Speaking during a swearing-in ceremony held in Juba on Wednesday, the President urged the returning officials to work tirelessly and channel their experience toward improving the lives of citizens. The […]
South Sudan football federation seals partnership with AB sports

The SSFF has signed a major deal with AB Sports, boosting its drive to modernize football and enhance national team gear. The landmark two-year agreement was signed today by Mr. Sabit Dok, Chairman of the National Team Committee, together with Mr. Mohamed Albssam, Managing Director of AB Sports. Under the partnership, AB Sports will supply […]
How community-led peace dialogues are Transforming Akobo County

In Akobo East, Jonglei State, a quiet but powerful transformation is unfolding. In a county long defined by revenge killings, cross-border raids, and the deep wounds of inter- and intra-clan conflict, communities are beginning to stitch together a new social fabric—one woven from dialogue, forgiveness, and the collective desire for peace. At the heart of […]
South Sudan launches national headcount and biometric registration

South Sudan has officially launched a nationwide Public Service Headcount and Biometric Registration Exercise, marking a major step toward payroll reform and institutional restructuring across all government sectors. Presiding over the launch, Josephine Lagu Yanga, Vice President and Chair of the Service Cluster, declared the initiative “a national priority and a personal mission” aimed at […]