Yakani takes regional stage as IGAD peace forum rapporteur
Edmund Yakani, Executive Director of the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), has been elected Rapporteur of the IGAD Civil Society Peace Forum, a key platform for amplifying non-state voices in regional peacebuilding efforts. The announcement was made during the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Civil Society Forum held in Kenya, bringing together activists and […]
Love wins: Minister Lomuro marries his secretary in grand style
South Sudan’s Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Dr. Martin Elia Lomuro, officially wedded his longtime private secretary, Ms. Nyaruot Kur Yay, in a colorful ceremony at Freedom Hall on Saturday. The high-profile wedding came just months after the pair held a traditional Luom Nyiet ceremony in May, hosted at the residence of Vice President Taban Deng […]
Kiir pushes for army unity amid SPLA-IO turmoil
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the newly appointed Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Dau Aturjong Nyuol, to urgently complete the long-delayed unification of South Sudan’s armed forces, amid growing uncertainty over the fate of SPLA-IO troops following internal fractures within the group. During a ceremony at the State House in Juba, Kiir emphasized that […]
Bishops raise alarm over ceasefire breaches in South Sudan
The Catholic Bishops Conference has voiced grave concern over the continued violation of the permanent ceasefire by South Sudan’s peace partners. In a press statement delivered on Friday at the CRS compound in Juba, His Eminence Stephen Cardinal Ameyu Mulla, speaking on behalf of the bishops, described the security situation in the country as “volatile” […]
WES acts on Makana’s call, moves headquarters to Tombura
In a decisive step toward restoring peace in conflict-ridden Tombura County, Acting Governor of Western Equatoria State, Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa, has announced the relocation of the state headquarters to the area. Badagbu made the announce during Wednesday’s Independence Day celebration aimed to de-escalate violence and bring government services closer to the affected communities in Tombura […]
Kalisto Lado’s unconventional popularity: A case study in leadership that transcends metrics
Kalisto Lado Nyiggilo Wani, fondly remembered as “Kalisto the Great,” embodies a form of leadership that defies conventional political norms. His legacy, particularly during his tenure as the Mayor of Juba, is a compelling case study in public service, marked not by rhetoric but by tangible impact and a rare sense of humility. His connection […]
Independence Day: WBG Governor rallies citizens for unity, self-reliance, and development
The Governor of Western Bahr el Ghazal State, Emmanuel Parimo Okello, has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to peace, security, and development, urging citizens to unite and take active roles in overcoming the region’s mounting economic challenges. Speaking to masses gathered in Wau during South Sudan’s 14th Independence Day celebration, Governor Okello called on the people […]
Family of jailed critic urges Governor Uber to fulfill pardon promise
The family of Mr. Dut Kuot Akook, a government critic jailed for defamation, has appealed to Northern Bahr el Ghazal Governor Simon Uber Mawut to honor his public promise of releasing him. Dut Kuot, a former employee of the state’s Ministry of Finance, has spent over 14 months behind bars following a fallout with Governor […]
John Frog, Kenzo, Rayvanny set Juba ablaze with music
What began as an Independence Day celebration quickly exploded into one of the most unforgettable nights in South Sudan’s music history. Juba Stadium came alive as John Frog, joined by regional superstars Eddy Kenzo and Rayvanny, delivered a blazing performance that left the crowd in awe. With lights flashing, drums pounding, and voices united in […]
CES governor calls on citizens to stand together for peace
In his address on South Sudan’s14th Independence anniversary, Central Equatoria State Governor Rabi Mujung Emmanuel has called for unity and a renewed commitment to peace among the citizens. The Governor stressed that unity is important for tackling challenges, which he believes this will pave the way for a brighter future for all. He reaffirmed his […]
