UPA tells AU interparty dialogue cannot deliver peace
The United People’s Alliance (UPA), a coalition of South Sudanese opposition movements led by Gen. Pagan Amum, has urged the African Union (AU) not to treat the proposed Interparty Dialogue as a substitute for a genuinely inclusive national political process. In an open letter dated 15 July and addressed to the African Union High-Level Representative […]
Save the Children reaffirms neutrality after vehicle used by armed actors
Save the Children has reaffirmed its commitment to humanitarian neutrality after images circulating on social media showed one of its branded vehicles in the possession of armed actors, prompting the organization to clarify that the vehicle was stolen months ago and is no longer under its control. In a statement issued on Thursday, the international […]
Top comedian warns South Sudan’s economic pain is worsening
One of South Sudan’s best-known comedians, Rocka Ringo, has issued a public appeal to the government, warning that the country’s worsening economic hardship is pushing millions of citizens deeper into poverty and demanding a clear roadmap to address the soaring cost of living. In an open letter addressed to government officials and shared on social […]
South Sudan opens new Juba Airport terminal
President Salva Kiir Mayardit has officially inaugurated the new Terminal Three at Juba International Airport, marking a major milestone in South Sudan’s efforts to modernize its aviation infrastructure and improve international air transport services. The commissioning ceremony, held on Thursday in Juba, brought together senior government officials, diplomats, aviation stakeholders and development partners to witness […]
MP concludes defence testimony, seeks dismissal of charges
Gatwech Lam Puoch, a member of South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) representing Nasir County under the SPLM-IO, has concluded his defence testimony before the Special Court trying Dr. Riek Machar and his co-accused, asking judges to dismiss the charges against him and reject the prosecution’s digital forensic evidence. Mr. Puoch, the third accused […]
Governor Lobong suspends Torit commissioner, appoints caretaker
Eastern Equatoria State Governor Gen. Louis Lobong Lojore has indefinitely suspended the Commissioner of Torit County, Hon. Lokang Charles Italian, and appointed a caretaker to take over the administration of the county with immediate effect. The decision was announced through Gubernatorial Decree No. 13/2026, signed on 15 July 2026. The decree states that the suspension […]
Sudan court orders deportation of 23 South Sudanese
A criminal court in Al Dabbah in Sudan’s Northern State has ordered the deportation of 23 South Sudanese nationals, raising concerns among hundreds of South Sudanese residents who fear they could also be forced to leave the area. According to preliminary information, the court issued the deportation order after the 23 individuals were arrested from […]
Revenue Authority updates reform committee on Nimule border measures
The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has updated the government’s Ministerial High-Level Committee on Economic Reform on measures being implemented at the Nimule border crossing to strengthen revenue collection and support the country’s ongoing economic reform programme. The briefing was delivered on Monday by the Commissioner General of the SSRA, Ambassador Moun Deng Ajuet, during […]
South Sudan boxing president seeks greater support for sport
South Sudan Boxing Federation President Tereza Athian Abdulbagi has called for greater recognition and investment in boxing, saying the sport has the potential to produce champions and unite young people if given stronger support. Speaking during the Independence Day Boxing Championship in Juba over the weekend, Athian urged government institutions, private companies and the public […]
Kabu South residents carry patients on wheelbarrows, Chief says
Residents of Kabu South, a fast-growing settlement on the outskirts of Juba, say the absence of roads, healthcare facilities, schools and clean water has left thousands struggling to access even the most basic public services, with patients often transported to hospital on wheelbarrows during medical emergencies. The concerns were raised during a Community Care Programme […]
