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The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State has confirmed the arrest of two women allegedly involved in trafficking over seven kilograms of a dangerous drug known as “Mango.” Speaking to

A South Sudanese policy analyst has described the recent vote of no-confidence against Speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba and her deputies as a “significant development,” warning that failure to act could undermine transparency an

President Salva Kiir has revoked the appointment of Speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba and her deputy Paramena Awerial following a vote of no confidence by the SPLM caucus over alleged corruption.

President Salva Kiir has relieved Speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba and Deputy Paramena Awerial of their duties following a party vote on leadership conduct.

Vice President Hussein Abdelbaggi has called on the public to remain calm and cooperate with authorities following the killing of civilians and soldiers in Khor Kaltan.

The Secretary General of the SPLM, Dr. Akol Paul Kordit, warned on Monday that South Sudan will fail as a nation if communities continue to arm themselves for protection.

The Secretary General of the SPLM, Dr. Akol Paul Kordit, warned on Monday that South Sudan will fail as a nation if communities continue to arm themselves for protection.

The Secretary General of the SPLM, Dr. Akol Paul Kordit, warned on Monday that South Sudan will fail as a nation if communities continue to arm themselves for protection.

Eastern Equatoria Governor Louis Lobong Lojore has issued a directive requiring parents to provide formal guarantees and commitments to rehabilitation before the girls are released to their families.

Authorities in Renk County, Upper Nile State, have provided financial assistance to 300 young men and women to start small business projects.

The Reconstituted Transitional National Legislative Assembly is set to hold a sitting on Tuesday, but Speaker Jemma Nunu Kumba was not copied on the official agenda, signaling deepening uncertainty over the leadership of

Authorities in Unity State, Western Bahr el Ghazal State, Ruweng Administrative Area, and Abyei Administrative Area have reported calm and peaceful Easter celebrations, with no major security incidents recorded.

The Greater Yei Council of Chiefs has called on South Sudan’s leadership to urgently prioritize the safety and security of civilians following attacks in Central Equatoria, Bahr el Ghazal, and other parts of the country.

The Greater Yei Council of Chiefs has called on South Sudan’s leadership to urgently prioritize the safety and security of civilians following attacks in Central Equatoria, Bahr el Ghazal, and other parts of the country.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has agreed to accept migrants deported from the United States who are not Congolese, officials said under a deal taking effect this month, the BBC has reported.

Authorities in Western Bahr el Ghazal State have begun preparations to strengthen security ahead of the general elections expected in December 2026. State police spokesperson Lt. Col.

Vice President and Chairperson of the Service Cluster Hussein Abdelbagi Akol has criticized leaders from Unity State for failing to bring peace to their communities, saying divisions are driving continued violence and in

Citizens across South Sudan have expressed mixed reactions following the National Minister of Culture, Museums, and National Heritage’s call for collective preparations for the country’s major historic events this year.

The National Minister of Information, Ateny Wek Ateny, has announced that resolutions from a three-day African regional conference on science, technology, and innovation, held from 3–5 April in Kigali, Rwanda, will be su

The National Minister of Information, Ateny Wek Ateny, has announced that resolutions from a three-day African regional conference on science, technology, and innovation, held from 3–5 April in Kigali, Rwanda, will be su

President Salva Kiir on Sunday donated food items to churches in Juba and surrounding areas in observance of Easter Celebrations. The initiative covered nine churches, including St. Therese Parish Cathedral in Kator, St.

Civil society activist is calling on the African Union High-Level Committee (C5) to develop a plan to implement its recent declaration on South Sudan.

The Commissioner of Melut County, Dok Deng Bor, says road maintenance and rehabilitation in the area will be carried out in partnership with oil companies.

East African nations have adopted 15 resolutions to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation across the region.

The Primate of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan, Dr. Justin Badi Arama, has used his Easter message to call for urgent action to end violence and restore human dignity across the nation. In a somber address, Dr.

The Minister of Culture, Museums, and National Heritage, Sarah Nyanath Elijah, has announced that South Sudan will officially celebrate both SPLA Day and Independence Day this year, marking a renewed commitment to honori

The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) has issued a stern directive to all servicemen and women to cease any form of ethnic profiling, warning that those who target civilians based on their background will face

The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) has ordered all soldiers to stop ethnic targeting, stating that anyone who picks out civilians based on their background will face disciplinary action.

The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) has ordered all soldiers to stop ethnic targeting, stating that anyone who picks out civilians based on their background will face disciplinary action.

Authorities in Jonglei State say the security situation in Akobo has improved, allowing residents to return to their homes following recent unrest.

Authorities in Terekeka County, Central Equatoria State, say they have begun recovering cattle stolen during clashes between herders from Terekeka and youths from Mundri East County.

The national Roads Ministry and Juba City authorities say financial constraints are hampering efforts to repair pothole-ridden roads and clear blocked drainage systems across the city.

The Ministry of Mining has ordered the closure of non-compliant mining operations at the Gorom site following a deadly incident in Kulipapa, Central Equatoria State, that claimed at least 37 lives.

The Ministry of Mining has ordered the closure of non-compliant mining operations at the Gorom site following a deadly incident in Kulipapa, Central Equatoria State, that claimed at least 37 lives.

The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State has ordered that boys arrested for causing public disorder in Torit be transferred to Juba for rehabilitation, while the girls will remain at the state prison for a minimum of 20 d

The Ministry of Mining says it will strengthen regulations and oversight in the sector following a recent deadly incident at a mining site in Khor Kaltan in Central Equatoria’s Wonduruba Administrative Payam.

The United Nations Chief of Mine Action in South Sudan has warned that limited financial support is already undermining efforts to clear landmines and unexploded ordnance across the country.

Authorities in Western Bahr el Ghazal State have heightened security measures across Wau to ensure public safety during the upcoming Easter celebrations.

Authorities in Jonglei State have reported a significant improvement in the security situation in Akobo, enabling displaced residents to return to their homes following recent unrest.

UNICEF’S Deputy Executive Director, Ted Chaiban, has issued a stark warning that escalating conflict in Jonglei State is directly threatening the safety and survival of thousands of women and children.

UNICEF is warning that escalating conflict in Jonglei State is putting the lives of children in extreme danger and threatening their very survival.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has formally dismissed a series of allegations made by UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, labeling the findings as unsubstantiated and rooted

The High Court sitting at Juba Central Prison has handed down a 24-year prison sentence to five security personnel found guilty of a violent armed robbery at the residence of a high-ranking police official.

Beekeeping plays a vital role in strengthening rural livelihoods, offering communities a business opportunity to diversify income sources, reduce reliance on rain-fed agriculture, and build resilience against economic an

As public concern grows over cases of prolonged detention and alleged procedural violations, legal experts are shedding more light on the constitutional and legal safeguards that govern arrest and detention in South Suda

The Central Equatoria State Cabinet has dismissed rumors regarding the sale of ‘Equatoria Tower,’ reaffirming its unwavering commitment to protecting all government and public assets.

A devastating fire this week destroyed several market shops in Boro Madina, Raja County, causing property losses estimated in the millions of South Sudan pounds, local authorities said.

A devastating fire this week destroyed several market shops in Boro Madina, Raja County, causing property losses estimated in the millions of South Sudan pounds, local authorities said.

The traffic police directorate has arrested several suspects allegedly involved in forging logbooks and other traffic-related documents in Juba, South Sudan.

Northern Bahr el Ghazal State governor, Charles Madut Akol Deng, has signed into law the state’s 2025–2026 fiscal budget totaling 40.5 billion South Sudanese Pounds (SSP).

Authorities in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) are urging residents to start farming immediately, warning that reliance on food aid could leave the region facing hunger.

Police in Western Bahr el Ghazal State have arrested five suspects in connection with the alleged gang rape of two teenage girls in Wau this week.

President Salva Kiir Mayardit has issued decrees relieving and appointing a number of officials in Unity State, affecting key positions at both state and county levels.

UNICEF reports that 540 children in Jonglei State have been separated from their families while fleeing violence across the state, some of whom are either missing or are believed to have been abducted amid the recent con

There is money, but what we need is to clean the bloated payroll for civil servants to get their salaries, according to the Undersecretary for Planning at the Ministry of Finance and Planning, Benjamin Ayali.

The Supreme Court of South Sudan has scheduled April 23, 2026, as the date for the government to formally respond to a constitutional challenge questioning the legality of Ambassador Ajing Deng Ajing’s detention.

The Ministry of Finance and Planning has entered into a five-year, $5 million partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to bolster the Public Financial Management Reform Strategy (PFMRS) across Sou

Women leaders across Central Equatoria State have adopted a comprehensive resolution aimed at strengthening their pivotal role in conflict prevention, peacebuilding, and community cohesion.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met in Beijing on March 31, 2026, to unveil a comprehensive five-point initiative aimed at restoring peace and stability in

President Salva Kiir Mayardit has issued a stern directive to the leadership of Unity State and the Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA), tasking them with the immediate restoration of peace, law, and order in their respecti

The Honorary Consul of Brazil to South Sudan, Maria Juan Lotua, announced on Thursday that a second batch of 25 South Sudanese youth is set to depart for specialized agricultural training in Brazil.

The Honorary Consul of Brazil to South Sudan, Maria Juan Lotua, announced on Thursday that a second batch of 26 South Sudanese youth is set to depart for specialized agricultural training in Brazil.

The President of the South Sudan Bar Association, Arop Malueth, has raised concern over the concentration of legal professionals in Juba, warning that it is leaving much of the country without access to justice.

The First Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance and Planning has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritizing the timely payment of civil servant salaries and strengthening public financial management to support nationa

A humanitarian crisis is unfolding in Nyatim, Nyirol County, Jonglei State, where at least 58 people have died over the past four weeks, according to Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF).

The Health Authority in Lakes State, South Sudan, has confirmed that the cholera outbreak in the state has so far claimed 12 lives, as the number of suspected cases reaches 253.

The Health Authority in Lakes State, South Sudan, has confirmed that the cholera outbreak in the state has so far claimed 12 lives, as the number of suspected cases reaches 253.

Thirty-eight students in Lakes State have been awarded scholarships under the Adut Salva Kiir (ASK) Foundation program. The certificates were presented on Monday by the state governor, Gen.

The Undersecretary in the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs has called for the establishment of an independent Office of the Attorney General and a Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) within South Sudan’s

The special court trial of suspended First Vice President Riek Machar and seven co-accused has been adjourned to 8th April, as the cross-examination of a digital forensic expert continues.

The Army Spokesperson Maj. Gen.

The Army Spokesperson Maj. Gen.

President Salva Kiir has reshuffled key positions in the government of Jonglei State, relieving and appointing ministers, commission officials, and a county commissioner in decrees read on state television on Wednesday e

Western embassies in South Sudan say actions by the country’s transitional government have contributed to the humanitarian situation in Akobo, according to a joint statement released on April 1, 2026.

President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the immediate resumption of the J1 construction project in Juba, ending an 18-month delay and setting September 2027 as the completion target.

The Central Equatoria State Secretariat has issued a statement of condolence following the passing of Erasto Kenyi Gale, who served as Commissioner of Kajo-Keji County for five years.

The Governance Cluster has proposed measures to strengthen financial accountability and streamline training within South Sudan’s law enforcement by creating a unified police force and establishing a single national polic

The Director of Juba Military Hospital has confirmed that the facility received 21 patients on Sunday following a violent incident in Jabal Iraq.

The Governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Charles Madut Akol, has received three bodies of individuals killed in Khor Kaltan, Central Equatoria State, following an incident that occurred on 28 March 2026.

The government of Western Bahr el Ghazal has officially closed the Protection of Civilians (PoC) site in Wau following the relocation of internally displaced persons to newly constructed housing units in Khor Malang.