(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has begun talks to return several foreign nationals it received from the United States earlier this year to their countries of origin. In July 2025, South Sudan accepted eight deportees from the US under President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown. Officials confirmed that onlyContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Humanitarian officials say that kidnappings of aid workers in South Sudan have more than doubled in 2025 compared with last year, raising new fears for the safety of staff and the continuity of critical relief services. At least 30 South Sudanese aid workers have been abducted since January,Continue Reading
(By Poni Abraham) – Recently, my employer advertised several locally based positions in Yei. Since the successful candidates would report directly to me, I personally reviewed their applications. One detail immediately caught my attention. Every cover letter was signed, stamped and approved by the labour office in Yei. Alongside eachContinue Reading
(NASIR COUNTY) – The Government of South Sudan has announced the conclusion of investigations into the Nasir incident, a violent episode that took place from 3 to 7 March 2025 and left hundreds dead, including senior military officers and humanitarian staff. In a press briefing held in Juba on 11Continue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudanese media leader Ayaa Irene Lokang has been named among Africa’s 100 Most Influential Women, a recognition that places her within the continent’s leading female achievers. The award was announced ahead of the fourth African Women Awards, which will be held in Kigali, Rwanda, in November 2025.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has charged First Vice President Riek Machar Teny and seven senior officials with treason, terrorism and crimes against humanity, the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs confirmed on Thursday. Justice Minister Joseph Geng Akech announced the indictments in Juba, saying the case should serve as aContinue Reading
(JUBA/Foreign Affairs Weekly Briefing) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has announced a series of diplomatic activities and foreign policy engagements. The update was provided during the ministry’s second weekly media press briefing of 2025, which aims to keep the public informed about government priorities in foreignContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has taken a major step toward reforming its legal framework by convening the first steering committee meeting on the Family Law Bill. The meeting was held in Juba and brought together officials and stakeholders to finalise provisions of the proposed legislation. The draft Family Law BillContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has hosted the 30th General Assembly of the East African Communications Organisation (EACO) for the first time, bringing together regulators, telecom operators, broadcasters, civil society and cybersecurity experts from across the region. The five day event was held from 9 to 13 June in Juba, convenedContinue Reading
(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – The chairperson of the Disability Action Group (DAG) in Yei River County says lack of support, limited services and stigma against people with visual and physical disabilities remain some of the biggest challenges facing the community. DAG chairperson Dickson Duku said more than 400 registered membersContinue Reading
