What to know about Gatwech Lam’s third court testimony
MP Gatwech Lam Puoch, a member of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly representing Nasir County in Upper Nile State and one of the accused persons in the ongoing Nasir incident case, continued his defense testimony before the Special Court on Wednesday, raising concerns about the circumstances surrounding his arrest, detention, and prosecution. During the hearing, […]
El-Merriekh SC Bentiu appoints Jean Claude Loboko as head coach
El-Merriekh Sporting Club Bentiu has officially appointed French-born Congolese tactician Jean Claude Loboko as its new head coach, signaling the start of a new chapter for the club ahead of the upcoming football season. The appointment was announced during a ceremony attended by club officials, sponsors, media representatives, and invited guests, where Loboko was formally […]
Children held for years without trial in Juba Prison, officials say
Hundreds of children detained at South Sudan’s main juvenile correctional facility are facing prolonged detention and delayed access to justice, with some spending up to four years behind bars without appearing before a court, prison authorities have revealed. The concerns were raised during commemorations marking the Day of the African Child at the Juvenile Prison […]
Coalition advances self-reliance through community-led initiatives
National non-governmental organizations implementing the Pathways to Self-Reliance project have reported significant progress in strengthening community resilience and promoting locally driven development across South Sudan through climate-smart livelihoods and community-led response initiatives. The progress was highlighted during a project review meeting organized by the Community Resilience Consortium (CRC), a coalition of national organizations led by […]
NEC receives $6m, acquires new headquarters ahead of 2026 elections
The National Election Commission (NEC) has received $6 million from the government to support civic and voter education activities as preparations for South Sudan’s scheduled 2026 elections gather momentum. Speaking in Juba, NEC Chairperson Prof. Abednego Akok Kachuol said the funding will be used to conduct voter awareness and civic education campaigns across the country’s […]
How Mangok Mathiang’s Basketball clinic inspires South Sudan’s next generation
For three days, the sound of bouncing basketballs, cheering spectators, and words of encouragement filled the courts of Juba as South Sudanese basketball star and coach Mangok Mathiang returned home to host a basketball clinic aimed at inspiring young people and giving back to the community that shaped him. The initiative, organized through Mango Hoops, […]
Women’s groups push for gender sensitive constitution
Women’s rights organizations and young female leaders in South Sudan are calling for a gender-sensitive permanent constitution that guarantees equal rights and ensures women have a meaningful voice in shaping the country’s future. The calls emerged during an engagement between young women activists and officials from the National Constitutional Review Commission (NCRC) and the Referendum […]
Kiir’s office denies reward claims during Bahr el Ghazal tour
The Office of President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dismissed reports alleging that government officials who accompanied the President on his recent tour of the Bahr el Ghazal region did so with expectations of personal financial rewards or monetary gifts. In a statement issued following the President’s return to Juba on Friday, the presidency said it […]
Inclusive education transforms lives of vulnerable families in Terekeka
Inclusive education and livelihood initiatives are bringing positive change to vulnerable families across Terekeka County, helping improve access to education, strengthen household incomes, and promote greater social inclusion for children with disabilities. The interventions, implemented by the Community Aid for Humanitarian Organization (CAHO), have reached communities in Muni, Nyori, Reggo, and Terekeka payams, where residents […]
Nasir Trial: Third accused says he was fulfilling constitutional duty
The third accused in the ongoing Nasir trial, Member of Parliament Gatwech Lam Puoch, on Thursday told the court that his actions regarding tensions in Nasir County were part of his constitutional responsibilities as an elected representative and were aimed at preventing violence rather than inciting it. Taking the stand during the 87th session of […]
