Wani Igga lays foundation for newly established University of Yei
South Sudan’s Vice-President James Wani Igga has launched the University of Yei project, laying the foundation stone for the new public institution approved by President Salva Kiir. Mr Igga, who is also deputy chairman of the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), said the government had allocated funds to develop the university with President Kiir’s […]
U.S. shifts South Sudan visa processing to Uganda
The United States has ended routine visa services at its Embassy in Juba and shifted visa processing for South Sudan to regional centres, with Kampala, Uganda designated as the processing hub. The change took effect on August 1, 2026, as part of a broader restructuring of U.S. visa operations across Africa that affects 25 diplomatic […]
South Sudan responds to Canada’s embassy move to Ethiopia
South Sudan says it will maintain diplomatic engagement with Canada after Ottawa temporarily suspended operations at its embassy in Juba. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said it was aware of the decision by the Canadian side and would continue working with the Canadian government through existing […]
South Korea faces international scrutiny over religious freedom
South Korea is facing growing international scrutiny over religious freedom and freedom of expression following a press conference in Seoul by several international rights and religious-freedom organisations. Human Rights Without Frontiers (HRWF), CAP Liberté de Conscience, FOREF, CESNUR and Bitter Winter raised concerns about the treatment of religious minorities and the detention of elderly religious […]
Former finance minister Kosti Manibe dies in Nairobi
Former South Sudan Finance Minister Kosti Manibe Ngai has died in Nairobi after a prolonged illness related to heart disease, his family confirmed on Tuesday. Manibe died at M.P. Shah Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment after undergoing an operation. “He underwent an operation and was admitted to the hospital on July 28 and […]
South Sudan name N’sengi Biembe as Bright Stars coach
South Sudan have appointed Belgian coach N’sengi Biembe Christian as head coach of the senior national football team, the Bright Stars. The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) announced the appointment after signing a one-year contract with the Congolese-born Belgian coach. The agreement includes an option for renewal by mutual consent. Biembe will oversee the senior […]
60 killed, 50 wounded in Tonj North clashes
At least 60 people have been killed and 50 others wounded in clashes in Tonj North County, Warrap State, following separate attacks in the Ariec cattle camp in Akop Payam, according to William Wol Mayom Bol, Minister of Information, Warrap State. In a statement issued on Monday, August 10, Bol said the attacks occurred at […]
OPINION | Why South Sudan needs to recalibrate its national radar
South Sudan needs to recalibrate its national radar and embrace what can be described as political hygiene a culture capable of guiding and protecting the country’s national transformation. A nation cannot move confidently towards prosperity when its political direction remains uncertain, institutions are weak, and accountability and transparency are not consistently upheld. South Sudan’s national […]
South Sudan develops first national disaster training curriculum
South Sudan is developing its first national training curriculum for disaster risk management as the country seeks to improve how it prepares for, responds to and recovers from emergencies. The curriculum is intended to provide a common national framework for training officials and other actors involved in disaster preparedness and response at national, state and […]
Dr. Machar seeks audio, video recording of his defense testimony
South Sudan’s First Vice President and opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar has asked the court hearing his case to allow audio and video recording of his defense testimony, saying the move would help preserve the proceedings and improve the accuracy of the trial record. Machar initially raised the request while presenting his defense testimony, before […]
