SSPDF says it repelled dawn attack in Mundri West
The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) says it has repelled a dawn attack by forces of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO) on a military outpost in Bari Boma, Mundri West County, Western Equatoria State. In a statement issued on Monday, October 12, 2026, SSPDF spokesperson Maj. Gen. Rul Ruai said the […]
Opposition forces claim capture of SSPDF position near Mundri
South Sudan’s main armed opposition group, the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO), says its forces have captured a military position belonging to the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) in Bari village, about 15 kilometres southeast of Mundri town in Western Equatoria State. In a statement issued on Monday, October 12, the opposition […]
CES suspends Juba Integrated High School over foreign currency fees
The Central Equatoria State Ministry of General Education and Instruction has suspended Juba Integrated High School, Kadoro Branch, with immediate effect over multiple violations, including charging school fees in foreign currency. In a ministerial order dated October 9, Caretaker Minister Lupai Satimon Andrew said the school failed to meet minimum operating standards, prevented students from […]
Ex-TNLA member Boutros joins race for Maridi parliamentary seat
Former Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) member Boutros Monani Magaya has picked a nomination form to contest for a parliamentary seat representing Geographical Constituency No. 3 in Maridi County. Boutros is expected to face other aspirants, including Martin Modir Juma Ngorowu, in the forthcoming Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) primaries, which will determine the party’s […]
71 killed, scores injured after Friday morning armed clashes in Rumbek
About 71 people have reportedly been killed following armed clashes in Rumbek Town, Lakes State, early Friday morning, according to the South Sudan government. The clashes broke out at approximately 4:00 a.m. on October 9, involving armed civilians and resulting in significant loss of life, the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services said […]
Presidential aspirant Kornelio Kon demands 19 months’ unpaid salary
South Sudanese presidential aspirant Kornelio Kon Ngu has called on the government to pay outstanding salaries owed to former members of parliament, saying he went 19 months without receiving his salary while serving in the legislature. Kon, a former Third Deputy Speaker of the National Legislative Assembly, made the remarks on Friday while addressing journalists […]
South Sudan says no national order for foreign traders to leave
South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has clarified that the national government has issued no directive requiring foreign nationals to leave the country, following public remarks concerning foreign traders operating small-scale businesses in Juba. In a statement released on Thursday, October 8, 2026, the ministry said it had taken note of recent […]
When his Niece fell sick, Charles’ savings became more than money
When Charles Samuel Bakia’s niece fell sick, his family suddenly needed money for medical treatment. For many families living on uncertain incomes, an unexpected medical bill can quickly become a crisis. But Charles did not have to borrow money or wait for someone to come to his family’s rescue. He reached for his savings. For […]
Long time aspirant Mboriman pledges to put WES on new path
Long-time political aspirant Mboriman Mbory Edward has formally declared his bid for Governor of Western Equatoria State, pledging to pursue what he described as a new path focused on security, development and unity. Mboriman made the declaration at the SPLM National Secretariat in Juba as he entered the party’s primary contest for the governorship ahead […]
South Sudan women face barriers as legal reforms await action
For women seeking political office in South Sudan, the barrier may not be a lack of ambition or experience, but the cost of entering the race. That concern emerged during the High-Level Government and Civil Society Dialogue on Advancing Women’s Rights Through Legal Reform, held under the Justice 4 Her Campaign and organised by Global […]
