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 […]
Kajo-Keji MP Anthony Kudus dies in Juba, TNLA confirms
Anthony Kudus, a Member of Parliament representing Kajo-Keji County in Central Equatoria State, has died in Juba, the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has confirmed. According to an official announcement from the Office of the Speaker, lawmaker Kudus passed away on June 23, 2026, in the national capital. The circumstances surrounding his death were not […]
Parliament rejects Saudi deal signed in Riyadh, citing economic risks
Lawmakers in South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) have rejected a cooperation agreement signed with Saudi Arabia, citing concerns that parts of the deal could undermine the country’s economic sovereignty and expose strategic sectors to excessive foreign influence. The agreement was signed in Riyadh in January 2022 as part of broader efforts to strengthen […]
RJMEC urges parliament to guard against unilateral peace deal changes
South Sudan’s peace monitoring body has called on lawmakers to take a firm stand against any unilateral alterations to the country’s fragile peace agreement, warning that such actions could erode trust and jeopardize the path toward elections in 2026. In its January–March 2026 report, the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) urged the Transitional […]
UK envoy meets TNLA Speaker, calls for inclusive dialogue ahead of polls
UK Ambassador David Ashley has called on South Sudan’s parliament to spearhead inclusive dialogue before elections. The envoy’s remarks came after meeting Rt. Hon. Joseph Ngere Paciko in Juba, where he congratulated him on his appointment and expressed hope for a more stable and democratic future. The discussions between the two leaders focused on the […]
Ex-speaker thanks Kiir after dramatic exit
Former Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), Jemma Nunu Kumba, has expressed gratitude to President Salva Kiir Mayardit following her dramatic removal from office earlier this week. In an appreciation letter dated April 8, Nunu thanked the president for the “trust and confidence” placed in her during her tenure as the first female […]
Paciko assumes office, pledges unity and reform
South Sudan’s new parliamentary speaker, Joseph Ngere Paciko, stepped into office on Tuesday with a message anchored in unity, reform, and urgency, as the country edges closer to a pivotal phase in its transition. Addressing lawmakers for the first time at the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) in Juba, Paciko struck a tone of cautious […]
South Sudan tables SSP 7 trillion budget for FY 2025/26
The Government of South Sudan has tabled a national budget totaling SSP 7 trillion for the 2025/26 fiscal year, outlining a stabilisation-focused spending plan aimed at restoring economic order after a turbulent year marked by oil disruptions, inflation, and cash shortages. Presenting the budget before the Transitional National Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, Minister of Finance […]
Parliament halts ministerial summons, fueling fears of hidden agenda
South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has abruptly halted a scheduled sitting meant to summon top government ministers, a move that has drawn sharp public criticism and stoked suspicion of a cover-up. The Tuesday, September 2, 2025 session was expected to compel ministers of the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity (R-TGoNU) to present […]
South Sudan parliament move to question VP Bol Mel on public resource abuse
South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has formally moved to summon Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel Akol to answer serious allegations of abuse of public resources, economic mismanagement, and arbitrary use of power. The motion was presented by MP Machok Majong Jong, representing Constituency Number 7, Kuac North/South, Gogrial West County, Warrap State, […]
