PAX’s Power of Voice project earns praise for remarkable achievements
After five years of championing grassroots change, the PAX Strengthening Civil Courage or Power of Voices project officially concluded on Tuesday, leaving a legacy of empowered youth leaders, newly appointed female chiefs, and a expansion of the national record of those killed during conflict. At a closing ceremony held at the South Sudan Council of […]
Jonglei government orders crackdown on Red Belt vigilantes in Bor
The Jonglei State government has ordered a full-scale security crackdown on the notorious Red Belt vigilante group following a deadly weekend shooting in Bor that left one person dead and several others injured. The directive, issued after an emergency security meeting, comes amid growing public outcry over the group’s escalating violence and alleged involvement in […]
Parliament summons defense minister over soldiers’ welfare and veterans’ dilemma
South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has summoned the Minister of Defense and Veteran Affairs, Gen. Chol Thon Balok to appear before lawmakers and explain the government’s response to worsening conditions facing soldiers, war veterans, and victims of the liberation struggle. According to an official communication seen by the media, the minister is expected […]
Youth minister calls on students to promote harmony and cultural diversity
South Sudan’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Mary Nawai Martin, has urged South Sudanese students in Uganda to embrace unity, harmony, and cultural diversity as pillars of nation-building, while preserving a shared sense of identity. Speaking during the South Sudanese Students’ Cultural Gala held in Kampala, the minister encouraged the youth to use their cultural […]
Civil Society leaders call for citizen-led integration in EAC
East African Civil Society Organizations’ Forum (EACSOF) on Monday opened the 2025 CSO Summit in Nairobi , convening regional and international stakeholders to deliberate on the future of citizen-driven integration in the East African Community (EAC). The summit’s theme, “Innovating for Regional Integration in the Digital Age,” underscores the critical role of technology in fostering […]
Personal documents of late Dr. John Garang seized at Entebbe airport
Ugandan authorities have intercepted personal documents belonging to the late South Sudanese leader Dr. John Garang de Mabior at Entebbe International Airport, raising questions about attempts to smuggle sensitive historical materials out of the country. According to Uganda Police spokesperson Patrick Onyango, two German nationals and one Ugandan were stopped after attempting to leave Uganda […]
South Sudan’s lion Majok destroys Tanzania fighter in minutes
Two Rounds, One Champion: Majok Conquers Tanzania Fighter In what can only be described as a kickboxing spectacle for the ages, James Majok, South Sudan’s most decorated fighter, turned the Juba ring into his personal battlefield on Saturday night. What was expected to be a five-round slugfest ended in just two rounds as Majok demolished […]
Over 30 South Sudan women regain hope after fistula surgery
For more than 30 South Sudanese women, life has taken a transformative turn after receiving successful obstetric fistula surgeries at Juba Teaching Hospital. Once stigmatized and isolated by this debilitating childbirth injury, these women are now stepping into a future filled with hope, health, and renewed opportunity, thanks to a two-week medical campaign supported by […]
South Sudan Leaders urged to prioritize family planning to safeguard women’s futures
Lawmakers and policymakers have been urged to make family planning a national priority as South Sudan joined the global community in commemorating World Contraception Day. Stakeholders say urgent action is needed to improve access to services and information, which remain limited for many women and young people across the country. At an event held at […]
OPINION: The politics of legacy — SSNMC’s new dawn vision for South Sudan
South Sudan stands at a pivotal crossroads. As the nation grapples with the lingering wounds of conflict, political mistrust, and institutional fragility, one question looms larger than ever: What legacy are we building for the generations that will inherit this land? For the South Sudan National Movement for Change (SSNMC), under the leadership of Hon. […]
