(JUBA) – Majok Makur, popularly known as Major Boy, has gone from a village upbringing in South Sudan to becoming one of the most recognisable content creators among South Sudanese youth, both at home and abroad. A viral sensation on TikTok, Major Boy is now a millionaire, youth ambassador, musicianContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan is marked World Population Day on July 11, as government officials and development partners raised concerns over the country’s continued reliance on outdated population data. The last national census was conducted in 2008, three years before South Sudan gained independence. Since then, no fresh census hasContinue Reading
(BOR) – The national government, through the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, is preparing to deliver emergency aid to people affected by recent violence in Fangak County, Jonglei State. Minister Albino Akol Atak confirmed the plans following a meeting with the Governor of Jonglei State, Dr Riek GaiContinue Reading
(YAMBIO) – Ugandan music icon Dr Jose Chameleone arrived in Yambio on Tuesday to a warm and energetic welcome from fans, ahead of South Sudan’s Independence Day peace concert scheduled in the Western Equatoria State capital. Crowds of enthusiastic fans gathered along the town’s dusty roads, chanting and cheering asContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The United States Government has extended its best wishes to the people of South Sudan as the country marks its Independence Day on July 9. In a brief message posted on the US State Department’s official website, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed the strong and long standingContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has confirmed the arrival of eight individuals, including one South Sudanese national, who were deported from the United States of America and landed at Juba International Airport on 5th July 2025. The deportation was carried out under standard US procedures and coordinated withContinue Reading
(NAIROBI) – The Embassy of the Republic of South Sudan in Nairobi has issued a press statement rejecting claims made in a recent newspaper article alleging that President Salva Kiir’s visit to the United Arab Emirates was a plea for financial aid. The Embassy also clarified the situation regarding salaryContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Republic of South Sudan has rolled out a digital platform that allows foreign nationals to apply for visas online, streamlining the process for visitors seeking entry into the country. The e-visa service, managed by the Directorate of Civil Registry, Nationality, Passports and Immigration under the Ministry ofContinue Reading
(ABUYONG) – MTN South Sudan, in partnership with the Universal Service and Access Fund (USAF), has launched a new network site in Abuyong, Lakes State. This marks a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to bring mobile and internet services to remote and rural areas that have long lacked basicContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Aweil born artist Good Singer, also known by his stage name “The Most President,” will officially launch his latest album Nyiir Apuk Giir Apuk on 23 August 2025 in Juba. The album launch will take place at Freedom Hall and is open to the public with free entry.Continue Reading
