Machar Trial: Defense and prosecution clash over Nasir evidence
The trial of First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny-Dhurgon and seven SPLM/A-IO officials grew increasingly contentious on Monday, as defense lawyers and state prosecutors clashed over conflicting testimonies and inconsistencies in the investigation of the Nasir incident. The 27th session at Freedom Hall centered on the defense’s grilling of the prosecution’s first witness, Major […]
Yei mobile court to begin proceedings tomorrow, Tuesday
A mobile court will commence proceedings in Yei River County, Central Equatoria, from 2–16 December 2025, as part of South Sudan’s ongoing efforts to extend judicial services to areas without permanent courts, according to a letter issued by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The initiative is being implemented by South Sudan’s Judiciary […]
OPINION| Political actors must unite to salvage our ailing nation — the case of CES and other States
South Sudan is standing at a defining moment. Across the nation, political mistrust, economic hardship, security concerns, weakened institutions, and declining public confidence continue to erode the foundations of peace and development. At such a critical juncture, unity among political actors is not simply desirable, it is essential. And nowhere is this urgency more visible […]
How women’s grassroots peace efforts end decades-long cycle of violence in Tonj North
For decades, Tonj North County in Warrap State has been a battlefield of revenge, where gunfire replaced dialogue and mourning became a way of life. The cycle of cattle raids and counterattacks tore families apart, leaving women widowed and children orphaned. But when violence seemed unstoppable, it was the women, the mothers, widows, and sisters, […]
Women leaders warn of rising online harassment in South Sudan
Women leaders in South Sudan are raising the alarm over escalating online harassment, a form of abuse that mirrors the physical and psychological violence many women face in homes and public spaces across the country. Speaking at a UN Women roundtable on Saturday during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Lorna James Elias, […]
Mundari Festival returns January 2026 with a call for unity
The 3rd Mundari Cultural Festival, one of South Sudan’s most vibrant and unifying cultural events, has officially been set for January 16th to 18th, 2026. The announcement was made during a press briefing in Juba, confirming the return of a festival widely celebrated for preserving heritage and strengthening community bonds. This year’s edition will run […]
State pledges non-interference to keep Terekaka radio independent
The Government of Central Equatoria State has renewed its commitment to safeguarding the independence of Terekaka Radio Station, reaffirming that the community broadcaster must remain a fully people-owned platform, free from political, personal, or group influence. Speaking on behalf of the state leadership, Minister of Information and Communication, Nyarsuk Patrick James, emphasized that strong, community-driven […]
Inside Machar court session as defense challenges testimony
The Special Court established trying First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven senior SPLM/A-IO officials convened its 26th session on Friday, with the defense mounting its most direct challenge yet to the prosecution’s first witness. Major Peter Malual Deng, a Legal Advisor in the SSPDF and the initial witness for the prosecution, faced hours […]
South Sudan clinches second win in FIBA world cup qualifiers
South Sudan’s national basketball team has continued its strong start in the FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers, securing a convincing 109–79 victory over Cape Verde on Friday. This win follows South Sudan’s opening triumph against Libya in Tunisia, where the Bright Stars defeated the Libyan side 79–55, giving the team two wins in as […]
South Sudan’s home dialogue continues as FDS call for inclusive peace efforts
Dialogue aimed at restoring trust and implementing the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) continued this week, with Former Political Detainees (FDS) engaging in constructive discussions with women mediators and other stakeholders. Akot Dut Ajieno, Member of Parliament at South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) and representative of […]
