TRIBUTE: In a sea of corruption and an uncaring elite
A Tribute to Kosti Manibe Ngai The passing of Kosti Manibe Ngai is more than the loss of a distinguished South Sudanese public servant. It is the passing of one of the diminishing representatives of a generation that once embodied a very different promise for South Sudan. Kosti belonged to the mother SPLM—the liberation movement […]
Wani Igga lays foundation for newly established University of Yei
South Sudan’s Vice-President James Wani Igga has launched the University of Yei project, laying the foundation stone for the new public institution approved by President Salva Kiir. Mr Igga, who is also deputy chairman of the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), said the government had allocated funds to develop the university with President Kiir’s […]
Former finance minister Kosti Manibe dies in Nairobi
Former South Sudan Finance Minister Kosti Manibe Ngai has died in Nairobi after a prolonged illness related to heart disease, his family confirmed on Tuesday. Manibe died at M.P. Shah Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment after undergoing an operation. “He underwent an operation and was admitted to the hospital on July 28 and […]
Gen. Olony’s Agwelek-Kitgwang group joins SPLM in Juba
The Agwelek-Kitgwang group led by Gen. Johnson Olony has formally joined the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), with more than 500 members welcomed into the ruling party at a ceremony in Juba. The event brought together senior SPLM officials, including the party’s Secretary-General, Dr. Akol Paul Kordit, Upper Nile State Governor Gen. James Koang and […]
SPLM ends week-long conference with new commitments
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has concluded its week-long leadership conference in Juba, adopting a series of commitments aimed at strengthening party unity, advancing the peace process and preparing for South Sudan’s general elections scheduled for December 2026. The conference brought together senior party leaders from across the country to review the SPLM’s performance […]
Political Parties Council registers 39 parties for future elections
The Political Parties Council (PPC) has officially registered 39 political parties, granting them legal recognition and eligibility to participate in South Sudan’s future electoral processes under the country’s Political Parties Act. The announcement marks a key milestone in the country’s ongoing electoral preparations as South Sudan continues implementing its transitional roadmap ahead of long-delayed general […]
Youth leader Angok freed after questioning over remarks on service delivery
Youth leader William Angok Ngor has been released after being questioned by National Security officials over comments he made urging political leaders to focus on public service delivery rather than political campaigns. Angok, a former Twic Mayardit youth leader and member of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) youth league, resurfaced on Friday after his […]
New parliament leaders promise reform after Kiir meeting
South Sudan’s newly appointed parliamentary leadership has pledged to restore discipline, transparency, and efficiency within the legislature following a high-level meeting with President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The commitment came after Speaker Rt. Hon. Joseph Ngere Paciko, Deputy Speaker Hon. Abuk Payiti Ayik, and SPLM Chief Whip Hon. Tulio Odongi Ayahu paid a courtesy call on […]
“Power struggle” – SPLM admits role in 2013 conflict
The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has publicly acknowledged its role in the devastating 2013 conflict that plunged South Sudan into years of violence and suffering, describing the war as a “power struggle within the party” and offering an apology to the citizens affected by the crisis. Speaking during a major party gathering in Juba, […]
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 […]
