After months of delays, passport and national ID issuance resumes
After months of uncertainty and long waits, South Sudanese citizens seeking passports and national identity documents can once again access the services, following the arrival of new document booklets at the Immigration Directorate. The resumption of passport and national ID card issuance was officially launched on Friday at the headquarters of the Directorate of Civil […]
SSPDF spokesperson refutes claims of arrest, removal from office
Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, South Sudan’s army spokesperson has dismissed as false and misleading reports circulating on social media claiming that he has been relieved of his duties or placed under arrest. In a brief statement issued for immediate release and addressed to the rank and file as well as the general public, Maj. […]
TECNO launches exclusive premium shop in South Sudan
TECNO has officially launched its first TECNO Exclusive Shop in South Sudan, marking a major milestone in the company’s expansion and its commitment to delivering premium smartphone experiences in the country. The announcement was made by Henry Khamis, Brand Manager for TECNO in South Sudan, who described the launch as a significant step forward for […]
Religious leaders condemn killing of AIC pastor Rev. Christopher Maring
South Sudan’s religious leaders have condemned the killing of Rev. Christopher Maring, a pastor of the Africa Inland Church (AIC), describing the attack as a brutal assault on faith, human dignity, and the fragile security of the nation. In a strongly worded statement issued on Thursday, the Religious Leaders Forum, chaired by Archbishop Dr. Paul […]
Kiir directs NRA boss to ensure efficient tax and revenue collection
President Salva Kiir has instructed the Management of the National Revenue Authority (NRA) to step up efforts in revenue collection and ensure strict compliance with existing laws and regulations. The directive came on Wednesday following a briefing from Commissioner General of the NRA, William Anyuon Kuol, on progress, challenges, and opportunities in the country’s revenue […]
US diplomat presses President Kiir to uphold peace, ensure aid Access
The United States has called on South Sudan’s leaders to maintain peace, accelerate the implementation of the Revitalised Peace Agreement, and guarantee unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance to vulnerable communities across the country. The call came after the United States Ambassador to South Sudan, Michael J. Adler, met with President Salva Kiir Mayardit in Juba […]
Mundari leaders seek peace, unity in Terekeka ahead of festival
Mundari community leaders, elders, youth and women have convened a two-day peace and unity dialogue in Terekeka County, aimed at strengthening internal cohesion and preventing conflict ahead of an upcoming cultural festival expected to draw large gatherings from across the community. The dialogue, which opened Monday, is being led by community and youth leaders with […]
Women, faith leaders call for immediate ceasefire as fighting resumes in country
Women mediators and faith leaders in South Sudan have issued an urgent call for an immediate ceasefire following a renewed outbreak of armed conflict in parts of Jonglei and Unity states, as well as in other areas of the country. The appeal comes amid escalating clashes between the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and […]
South Sudan to operationalize official gazette under new presidential directive
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has ordered the establishment of a high-level technical committee to operationalize the South Sudan Official Gazette and upgrade the official website of the Office of the President, in a move aimed at strengthening transparency, legal certainty and the integrity of government communications. The directive, announced on Monday through the state-owned South […]
South Sudan’s President replaces Machar loyal MPs with interim SPLM-IO allies
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dismissed and appointed 11 members of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) in a move that reshapes the parliamentary representation of the main opposition SPLM-IO and deepens political tensions within South Sudan’s fragile transitional government. The changes were made through a Republican Decree issued on 7 January, citing Article 106A(2)(a) […]
