(AWEIL) – The Governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, Simon Ober Mawut, presided over the reopening of the State Transitional Legislative Assembly on Monday, 11 August 2025, following a three month recess. The ceremony included the swearing-in of the new Speaker, Abuk Jiel Dhieu, along with seven new legislatorsContinue Reading
(BOR) – The Government of Jonglei State is under growing pressure to resolve disputes surrounding the creation of new local administrative units, after a wave of controversy followed the establishment of nearly 20 Payams and Bomas since July. While some citizens welcomed the restructuring, tensions have escalated in certain areas,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel has returned to Juba after a three day working visit to the United Arab Emirates. Dr. Bol Mel and his delegation were welcomed at Juba International Airport by senior government officials, including the Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. Marial Dongrin Ater,Continue Reading
The Minister of Information and Communication, Michael Makuei Lueth, has urged the newly elected leadership of the South Sudan Scout Association to reject tribalism and work towards fostering national unity. Makuei’s comments come following the election of new leaders, which saw him retain his position as Chairman of the Board.Continue Reading
The Governor of Lakes State, Rin Tueny Mabor, has officially promoted Cuei-adukan and Abien-ajok Bomas to the status of Payams in Rumbek Central County. This decision was made through a gubernatorial decree, resulting in Rumbek Central County now having a total of 7 Payams. Sultan Lueth Marial Buoc, the ExecutiveContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Following a peaceful and competitive vote on 16 August 2025, the Kakwa community in South Sudan has elected Isaac Dada Lemi as its new leader. Lemi emerged victorious with 191 votes, surpassing his opponent, Hon Jacob Aligo, a current Member of Parliament and Minister of Peace Building, whoContinue Reading
(NIMULE, MAGWI COUNTY) – Vice President Josephine Lagu Yanga has officially inaugurated the newly established Nimule Municipality, marking a historic moment as the town gains municipal status. Nimule, located in Magwi County in Eastern Equatoria State, sits at the busy border with Uganda. It is one of South Sudan’s mostContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on the newly appointed leaders of Western Equatoria State to dedicate themselves to restoring stability, social harmony, and peace in the state, which has been struggling with insecurity and communal violence. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony held on Friday, 15 August 2025,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan Scout Association (SSSA) is preparing to elect its new leadership on Saturday 16 August 2025 in the capital, Juba. The election will select the Chairperson of the National Board of South Sudan Scouts and the Chief Commissioner. Speaking at the SSSA General Assembly ahead of theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Israel has pledged humanitarian assistance worth up to one million Israeli shekels, approximately USD 296,000, to support civilians in South Sudan. The announcement was made by Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel during her historic visit to the country. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Eye Radio onContinue Reading
