SSRA, URA mull cooperation on cross-border trade issues
The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) and the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in an effort to curb smuggling, illegal dumping, and tax evasion that affect cross-border trade between the two neighboring countries. The agreement follows a high-level meeting held on Tuesday, February 18, 2026, at the URA headquarters in […]
Youth union leader engages VP Lagu on youth policy agenda
Youth representatives on Tuesday urged Vice President Josephine Lagu Yanga to prioritize youth-focused reforms during high-level talks in Juba. The delegation, led by SSNYU leadership under the guidance of Taban Paride, said the meeting focused on practical policy interventions needed to address the growing socio-economic challenges facing the country’s youth, particularly in Juba and other […]
South Sudan adopts cybercrime law as Kiir signs three bills
South Sudan has adopted a new cybercrime law after President Salva Kiir Mayardit signed into law three key pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening digital governance, public financial oversight, and environmental protection. The laws assented to by the President include the Cyber Crime and Computer Misuse Act, 2026, the Southern Sudan Audit Chamber Act, 2011 […]
Kiir directs SPLM secretariat to audit party assets ahead of elections
President Salva Kiir has ordered the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement Secretariat to conduct a comprehensive audit of all party assets and investments, both locally and abroad, as the ruling party steps up preparations for the upcoming general elections. The directive was issued after President Kiir, who chairs the SPLM, received a detailed progress report from […]
Central Equatoria Chamber of Commerce Accuses Juba Mayor, Commissioner of Interference
Central Equatoria State Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture has accused the Mayor of Juba City and the Commissioner of Juba County of illegally interfering in the affairs of the Chamber. The Chamber claims the officials have been appointing and removing leaders without following established procedures. Speaking in Juba on Tuesday, Chairperson of the Central […]
Drug shortages hit Lainya County health facilities
Health authorities and medical workers in Lainya County of Central Equatoria State have raised alarm over a severe shortage of essential medicines and basic medical supplies. They warn that the crisis is pushing vulnerable communities, especially pregnant women and children, into life-threatening situations. Speaking in an interview, the County Medical Director for Lainya, Julius Luate, […]
Defense, prosecution clash over forensic evidence as court issues rights ruling
The Special Court hearing the Nasir Incident case involving suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and SPLM/A (IO) members saw heated legal arguments over disputed digital forensic evidence, while the court also issued a decisive ruling upholding detainees’ constitutional rights. The court, sitting for its 52nd session at Freedom Hall, heard testimony from South […]
South Sudan opposition alliance snubs Kenya-led national consensus charter
The South Sudan Opposition Movements Alliance (SSOMA) has formally rejected a proposed peace framework led by Kenya, saying it risks legitimizing the country’s political status quo rather than addressing the root causes of its decade-long conflict, according to a media report. The alliance, led by General Thomas Cirillo, said in a position paper dated February […]
SSPDF Gen. suggests leaders’ retreat, inclusive dialogue for lasting peace
A senior general of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces has called on political leaders to hold a retreat and engage in inclusive dialogue, warning that lasting peace in South Sudan depends on cooperation, reconciliation, and dialogue ahead of elections. Lt. Gen. Ashhab Khamis Fatal, a senior general of the SSPDF and Assistant Chief of […]
AU C5 orders ceasefire, demands release of Dr. Machar
The AU C5 has directed South Sudan’s leaders to immediately halt all hostilities and release detained political figures, including First Vice President Riek Machar, following deliberations at the C5 meeting of Heads of State. Delivering the closing remarks, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said the regional leaders reached a firm and unified position after what […]
