New dawn for Twic East women as Ahou Abit Ruth takes the helm
A fresh chapter in the story of women’s empowerment has begun in Twic East County with the election and swearing-in of Ahou Abit Ruth Muka as the new Chairlady of Nyiir Cit Arialbek (NCA) — a milestone that many say heralds a new era of inclusive leadership, ambition, and change. Her election, held amid high […]
RJMEC renews call for SPLM-IO detainees release, dialogue resumption
The Revitalised Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) has renewed its appeal for the immediate release of SPLM-IO detainees and the resumption of inclusive dialogue between the SPLM/A-IO and the Revitalised Transitional Government of National Unity (RTGoNU). Speaking at the 4th Extraordinary Plenary Meeting in Juba, Interim Chairperson Amb. Maj Gen George Aggrey Owinow (rtd) […]
Freight Forwarders warn of Nimule–Juba highway collapse, urge swift action
The South Sudan Freight Forwarders Association (SSFFA) has warned that the deteriorating Nimule–Juba Highway, the nation’s main trade lifeline, risks becoming impassable without swift government intervention, a scenario that could halt commerce and endanger lives. In a statement to the relevant ministries, the SSFFA warned that the 192-kilometre highway is in “a state of near […]
ICC convicts Sudanese militia leader Ali Kushayb of war crimes in Darfur
The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Monday convicted notorious Sudanese militia leader Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, also known as Ali Kushayb, of multiple war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the Darfur conflict more than two decades ago. Kushayb was found guilty on charges including rape, murder, torture, and pillaging, committed between August 2003 […]
Key takeaways from Dr. Machar and co-accused’s latest court session
The high-profile trial of First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny and seven senior members of the SPLM-IO resumed on Monday before a special three-judge panel in Juba. With the prosecution presenting a significant batch of evidence aimed at linking the defendants to the deadly clashes in Nasir earlier this year. Here are the key […]
CES cabinet approves $560M cement, steel project in Kajo-Keji
The Government of Central Equatoria State has approved a landmark $560 million investment by Global Trading Commodities (GTC) Group to establish South Sudan’s first large-scale cement and steel rebar manufacturing plants in Kajo-Keji County. The decision was endorsed during an extraordinary Council of Ministers meeting held Friday, chaired by Governor Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel. […]
Ezra agrees to slash Juba electricity tariffs from 1st November
Ezra Construction and Development Group has announced that it will comply with President Salva Kiir’s directive to cut electricity tariffs in Juba, with the new pricing expected to take effect on November 1, 2025. The decision follows weeks of uncertainty and public debate after the company initially resisted the presidential order. The announcement marks a […]
Koang out, Dollar in: Upper Nile’s chair rarely gets warm
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has once again reshuffled leadership in Upper Nile State, dismissing Governor James Koang Chuol and appointing Jacob Dollar Ruot in his place, the latest in a string of rapid political changes in the country’s restive north. The presidential decree, read on state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC) on Friday evening, […]
Special court postpones Dr. Machar’s trial to Monday after key hearings
The Special Court trying suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny-Dhurgon and seven other senior SPLM-IO officials has adjourned proceedings to Monday, following a full day of testimony from four of the accused, including Machar himself. Friday’s session at Freedom Hall in Juba focused on statements from the first group of defendants, who face […]
Joint security operation nets 32 alleged gang members
In a crackdown on urban crime, police have arrested 32 suspected gang members in a targeted security operation in Gumbo Sherikat, a suburb of the capital, Juba. The operation, which took place between September 29 and 30, was hailed by authorities as a crucial step towards restoring public safety. National Police Spokesperson Maj. Gen. James […]
