Over 438 civilians killed in South Sudan armed clashes between April–June 2025: UN Report
A new United Nations report has revealed a sharp rise in civilian casualties in South Sudan amid ongoing armed clashes. Between April and June 2025, at least 438 civilians were killed or injured, marking a 204 percent increase compared to the same period last year. The report, published by the United Nations Mission in South […]
WES assembly submits emolument bill to governor Al Teib for approval
Lawmakers in Western Equatoria State have submitted a new Emolument Bill to Governor Barrister James Al-Teib Jazz Berapai, seeking legal backing for post-service benefits for state officials. According to Governor’s Official Facebook Page, the proposed legislation, aimed at securing financial and welfare entitlements for leaders after leaving office, now awaits the governor’s consideration and assent. […]
South Sudan’s President Kiir orders Juba power tariff reduction
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has directed a reduction in electricity tariffs in Juba, aiming to make power more affordable for households and businesses while safeguarding investor interests. The announcement comes after growing public concern over high electricity costs in the capital. Under the new rates, households consuming less than 100 kilowatt-hours per month will […]
Adut Kiir, Governor Mujung visit Juba Central prison, free minor crime inmates
Senior Presidential Envoy for Special Programs, Adut Salva Kiir, accompanied by H.E. Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, Governor of Central Equatoria State, on Friday visited Juba Central Prison to address inmate concerns and facilitate the release of those convicted of minor crimes. Hon. Adut urged inmates to remain respectful, productive, and hopeful, stressing that they […]
Mangalla leaders demand action on armed herders and land disputes
Community leaders from Mangalla have urged the Central Equatoria State government to urgently tackle rising insecurity caused by armed herders and to resolve ongoing land disputes, warning that continued inaction threatens peace, stability, and development in the area. The call was made on Friday during a courtesy visit to Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, Governor […]
Severe flooding hits South Sudan, nearly 600,000 people affected
Weeks of relentless rain have unleashed devastating floods across South Sudan, impacting nearly 600,000 people and deepening an already dire humanitarian crisis, the United Nations reported on Friday. According to the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), rising waters have inundated 25 counties across six states, with Jonglei and Unity bearing the […]
South Sudan joins global paralympic family as full IPC member
South Sudan has officially joined the global Paralympic movement after being granted full membership in the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) during the IPC General Assembly held in Seoul. Represented by Undersecretary of Youth and Sports, Dr. Monica Agum Awet Akot, the country’s admission marks a historic step that allows South Sudanese para-athletes to compete on […]
Is VP Lagu’s UNGA speech an honest shift or diplomatic window dressing?
When Vice President Josephine Lagu Yanga addressed the 80th United Nations General Assembly this week, her remarks on South Sudan’s stalled peace process appeared to signal a dramatic shift in government strategy. Most striking was her announcement that Juba is “considering the resumption of the Tumaini Peace Initiative,” despite the government having previously dismissed it […]
With donors gone, People with Disabilities demand inclusive budget
People with disabilities across South Sudan are calling on parliament to make sure the country’s national budget includes them, especially now that a key donor-supported project that had championed disability inclusion has ended. The group of foreign organizations, which included ZOA, the African Disability Forum, See You Foundation, Light for the World, The Leprosy Mission […]
Mom mode activated: Rihanna shares sweet baby girl announcement
Pop icon Rihanna has officially flipped the “Mom Mode” switch to maximum! The singer and fashion mogul took to Instagram on Wednesday to share the adorable news that she and partner A$AP Rocky have welcomed their third child, a baby girl named Rocki Irish Mayers. In true Rihanna fashion, the announcement was stylishly simple: a […]
