US say Kiir lacks political will to deliver peace in South Sudan
The United States has accused President Salva Kiir and other South Sudanese leaders of lacking the political will needed to implement the country’s fragile peace agreement, warning that continued inaction is fueling instability and undermining prospects for lasting peace. The criticism was delivered at the United Nations Security Council on Friday as members voted to […]
Puot Kang tells court why he believes Stephen Par was released
Detained senior SPLM-IO official and suspended Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol has told a court in Juba why he believes fellow opposition leader Stephen Par Kuol was released shortly after his arrest while others remained in detention. Appearing before the court during proceedings related to his detention, Puot recounted the events surrounding the arrest of […]
“If Akol Koor was arrested, who is Garang not to be arrested?” – Ateny
Government spokesperson and Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services, Ateny Wek Ateny, has dismissed widespread speculation that authorities are planning to arrest Ambassador Garang Deng Aguer, describing the claims as unfounded rumours circulating on social media. Speaking during a gathering organized by the Aweil South Football Association at Yam Hotel on Saturday evening, […]
Eastern Equatoria stable but faces security threats, Governor tells army chief
The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has told the Chief of Defence Forces that while the state remains largely peaceful and stable, it continues to face a range of security threats that require sustained attention from both state and national authorities. Speaking during a meeting with the Chief of Defence Forces, Santino […]
US tells UN Kiir administration lacks will to deliver peace
The United States on Friday openly accused President Salva Kiir’s administration of lacking the political will to deliver peace in South Sudan, moments after the United Nations Security Council voted to renew sanctions on the country for another year. The sharp criticism came as the council extended an arms embargo, travel bans and asset freezes […]
UN Security Council renews South Sudan sanctions for another Year
The United Nations Security Council on Friday renewed sanctions on South Sudan for another year, keeping in place an arms embargo and targeted restrictions as frustration deepens over the country’s stalled peace process and worsening political tensions. The decision, adopted through Resolution 2821, came after months of growing concern among international powers over delays in […]
Fear of arrest grows after Garang Deng’s viral political remarks
Tension continued to build in Juba on Wednesday after remarks made by senior diplomat Amb. Garang Deng Aguer triggered widespread political debate and fueled rumors of his possible arrest. The former ambassador came under intense public attention this week after a video of his speech circulated widely across social media platforms, drawing mixed reactions from […]
Women cry out as insecurity, rape and hunger haunt Juba outskirts
Women and residents of Joppa West Block A on the outskirts of Juba say they are living through fear, hunger, and growing insecurity as criminal gangs, rape cases, and lack of basic services continue to devastate the community. For many families, daily life has become a struggle for survival. Residents say the area suffers from […]
Cargo Wars! Top officials clash over South Sudan’s oil money
A public disagreement among senior South Sudanese officials over the use of crude oil cargo to finance government projects has exposed growing tensions within the country’s leadership over how state resources are managed outside formal budget systems. The clash unfolded during the inauguration ceremony of the National Olympics Committee office in Juba on Tuesday, where […]
Speaker Paciko promises end to “Cash-in-Bags” politics in parliament
The Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), Joseph Ngere Paciko, has vowed to end what he described as the culture of “cash-in-bags” politics within Parliament, warning lawmakers and parliamentary staff against financial misconduct and practices that undermine accountability. Paciko made the remarks on Wednesday during the swearing-in ceremony of the newly established Parliamentary […]
