South Sudan approves SSP7 trillion budget for 2025–2026 Fiscal Year
The Council of Ministers on Friday approved South Sudan’s 2025–2026 fiscal year budget totaling SSP7 trillion, during an ordinary session chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The Cabinet has directed the Minister of Finance and Planning to table the budget before Parliament for further debate and final endorsement. Government spokesperson Michael Makuei Lueth noted that […]
Tensions rise over planned visit of Jonglei Governor to Akobo
Conflicting messages emerged this week over the anticipated visit of Jonglei State Governor Dr. Riak Gai Kok to Akobo, after local authorities affirmed their readiness to receive him while the SPLA-IO loyal to Riek Machar issued strong warnings barring any SPLM-IG officials from entering its controlled areas. Akobo County Commissioner James Kueth Makuach on Thursday […]
New report warns Lake Victoria, lifeline for 45 million, is under serious threat
A comprehensive new State of the Basin Report (SoBR) for the Lake Victoria Basin has warned that the Lake is under serious threat from pollution, climate change, and population pressure, undermining the food security and economic stability of 45 million people. The report released at the sideline event of the COP30 in Brazil, developed by […]
Yakani gives Kiir deadline to end stalemate or face government collapse
Civil society leader Edmund Yakani has issued a stark warning to President Salva Kiir, saying the government has until 22 December 2025 to resolve the country’s nine-month political stalemate or risk triggering a full collapse of the Revitalized Government of National Unity. Yakani, the Executive Director of CEPO, said the prolonged impasse combined with stalled […]
Back to life: Rubkona Technical College reopens, transforming youth and women’s futures
In a region long scarred by conflict and displacement, the reopening of Rubkona Technical College has emerged as a powerful symbol of recovery and resilience. Once abandoned and converted into a storage warehouse, the centre is now buzzing with life, hope, and ambition as youth and women return to classrooms many for the first time […]
UNMISS hands over first phase of Juba Airport apron expansion to SSCAA
The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) has officially received Phase One of the apron expansion project at Juba International Airport from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The handover, conducted today at the airport, signals a turning point in efforts to boost operational efficiency, reduce aircraft congestion, and prepare the nation for […]
Juba set for explosive action as Republican Athletics Championship returns
The South Sudan Republican Athletics Championship resumes tomorrow, Saturday, in Juba, with eight local athletics federations expected to compete in the fourth edition of the annual event. Speaking to the media on Friday after meeting with the organizing committee, Majok Ayii, President of the South Sudan Athletics Federation (SSAF), confirmed that preparations are complete and […]
Rubkona community hails clean water revival, credits peacebuilding efforts
Local authorities and residents in Rubkona County are celebrating the restoration of clean water sources and strengthened community peace initiatives that are transforming lives in the flood-affected region. Community leaders say the initiative has brought new hope to thousands who previously faced water scarcity, insecurity, and displacement due to conflict and climate shocks. The renewed […]
Kiir fires his trusted vice President Bol Mel, stripping him of every title and ranks
In one of the most sweeping political shake-ups in recent years, South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has dismissed Dr Benjamin Bol Mel from his position as Vice President and First Deputy Chairman of the SPLM, stripping him of all government and party responsibilities. The presidential decree, announced on state-run SSBC Wednesday night, also demoted Bol […]
CIGPJ empowers displaced persons with knowledge on Transitional Justice Laws
The Centre for Inclusive Governance, Peace and Justice (CIGPJ), on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, conducted civic education for displaced persons on the Commission for Truth, Healing and Reconciliation (CTHR) and the Compensation and Reparations Authority (CRA) Bills – two key legislations of the country’s transitional justice framework. The civic education, held at the Protection of […]
