The U.S. Embassy’s New Year statement on South Sudan’s oil revenues, as reported by Amnons Media Agency, is presented as a principled appeal for peace, accountability, and social responsibility. Its call for the payment of civil servants, soldiers, and police recognises an undeniable reality: the state has failed to meetContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan is facing growing tension with international donors over delays and disputes in its fragile peace process, raising fears that the country could return to the widespread violence seen in 2013 and 2016. Concerns centre on the continued detention of key opposition figures, including suspended First Vice-PresidentContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Lawmakers in South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly have criticised new traffic charges, calling them illegal and an additional burden on citizens. The controversy emerged during a session of the TNLA on Tuesday, where MPs said recent orders from the Traffic Police Director violated laws passed by parliament.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has opened a three day national conference bringing together ministers of information from more than ten states and three administrative areas, as the government steps up efforts to address hate speech and its impact on social cohesion and national stability. The conference, held in the capitalContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan and Kazakhstan have formally established diplomatic relations, marking a new chapter in the countries’ international engagement. The agreement was signed by Kairat Umarov, Kazakhstan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, and Cecilia Adout Majok Adeng, South Sudan’s Permanent Representative to the UN. Kazakhstan officially recognised SouthContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit held a high level meeting with leaders of South Sudan’s political parties on Wednesday to plan the final steps of the transitional period and prepare for the national elections scheduled for December 2026, as outlined in the peace Roadmap. SPLM Secretary General Dr. AkolContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Central Equatoria Governor Urges Dialogue to Resolve Church Dispute Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony of Central Equatoria State has called on the Juba Diocese and the Moru congregation to engage in dialogue to resolve their ongoing dispute. The appeal came during a meeting with Moru Congregation leaders at theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony of Central Equatoria State and Governor James Al Taib Berapai of Western Equatoria State have committed to enhancing cooperation between their states, focusing on unity, development, and security. The meeting took place in Juba on 8 December 2025. Governor Al Taib visited Central EquatoriaContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has appointed Moses Rou Ayii as the new Deputy Commissioner General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA), replacing John Mading Bol. The announcement was made on Monday night through the South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC). Mr. Rou Ayii previously served as the President’sContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan continues to deepen its international partnerships as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFA&IC) hosted senior diplomats and international officials in early December 2025. The engagements focused on expanding bilateral relations, development cooperation, and mutual interests. On 8 December, the Honorable Ambassador Monday SemayaContinue Reading
