The Government of South Sudan has extended a warm welcome to two separate high-level delegations from the African Union and the Republic of Sudan for official visits aimed at enhancing peace efforts and bilateral cooperation. The African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) delegation was greeted in Juba by AmbassadorContinue Reading
The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) have officially received a refurbished military justice and district courthouse at Bilpam Headquarters, thanks to the assistance of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). During the handover ceremony, SSPDF Spokesperson Major General Lul Ruai Koang expressed his optimism that the upgradedContinue Reading
Authorities in the Abyei Administrative Area have launched a cholera vaccination campaign following the delivery of tens of thousands of vaccine doses from South Sudan’s national Ministry of Health. The area’s Minister of Information, Yohana Akol, confirmed the rollout began yesterday after the arrival of 78,000 doses, a response toContinue Reading
The citizens of Western Equatoria State are calling on the newly appointed governor to address the Tombura conflict and work towards reuniting the Azande and Balanda communities. They believe that tackling the current insecurity is vital for the region’s development. In an interview with Catholic Radio Network, Silvestor Rafael Ruati,Continue Reading
Authorities in Warrap State announced on Friday that a woman had been apprehended in Tonj South County for attempting to smuggle ammunition to the troubled Tonj East County. Last week, armed youth from the Luachjang Section attacked the Jalwau Community, resulting in casualties on both sides. Reports indicate that peaceContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Intra-African trade surged to $220.3 billion in 2024, marking a 12.4 percent increase compared to the previous year, according to the latest trade report by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). This significant growth follows a 5.9 percent contraction in 2023 and reflects renewed economic momentum across the continent.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The Acting Head of the European Union Delegation to South Sudan, Lothar Jaschke, has called for stronger participation of women in security institutions and peace processes across South Sudan, emphasising the critical role women play in creating sustainable peace and national stability. Jaschke made the remarks during theContinue Reading
(WHITE NILE) – Ongoing conflict in South Sudan has triggered a sharp rise in displacement, with more than 174,000 people fleeing across the border into Sudan since late February, according to new data released by humanitarian partners. The movement comes amid worsening insecurity, particularly in Upper Nile State, where clashesContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s Ministry of Health has begun distributing essential medical supplies to several states and administrative areas as part of efforts to strengthen basic healthcare services and prepare for seasonal health emergencies. The rollout covers 27 counties across five states and two administrative areas. These include 13 countiesContinue Reading
(YAMBIO) – Authorities in Yambio, the capital of Western Equatoria State, have confirmed the killing of a 22 year old man by his wife during a domestic altercation on Friday evening. According to local chief John Simon of Rii Bodo in Bazungua Payam, the fatal incident took place around 8:00Continue Reading
