(JONGLEI ) – The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has warned that severe flooding in South Sudan could affect more than one million people this year, with more than 100,000 already displaced. The agency said the floods are worsening an already fragile humanitarian situation in the country. According to UNHCR,Continue Reading
(NAIROBI) – Scientists and policymakers from across the Greater Horn of Africa have warned that shifting rainfall patterns could intensify climate related risks in the region, including in South Sudan. The caution came during the 71st Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum, held from 25 to 26 August 2025Continue Reading
(JAIPUR) – South Sudan’s Evaline Neim Mohammed Salleh has been crowned Miss Ocean World 2025 at the international beauty pageant held at Grassfield Valley on Delhi Road, Jaipur, India. The event, which ran from 15 to 24 August, brought together contestants from 20 countries under the theme “Clean and PollutionContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation has reported rising water levels across several river stations in South Sudan, warning that parts of the country remain at risk of flooding. According to the latest daily update issued on 21 August 2025, monitoring stations along the Nile and itsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) has forecast a mix of wetter and drier conditions across South Sudan for the week of 12 to 19 August 2025, with notable temperature contrasts also expected. According to the outlook, wetter than normal weather is likely over most partsContinue Reading
(RUBKONA COUNTY, UNITY STATE) – Communities in Rubkona are transforming the invasive water hyacinth plant into eco-friendly cooking fuel, in a project supported by the World Food Programme (WFP) in South Sudan. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on firewood, protect the environment and provide households with an additional sourceContinue Reading
(KAJO-KEJI COUNTY) – The Kajo-Keji County Commissioner’s Office has clarified reports circulating about a document authorising the movement of a charcoal truck across the South Sudan-Uganda border, stating that the clearance was granted strictly for an emergency logistical operation and not as a green light for the charcoal trade. TheContinue Reading
(AMURU DISTRICT) – Heavy flooding in Elegu Town Council, a key border town between Uganda and South Sudan, has displaced more than 2,000 people and triggered a cholera outbreak. The floods which hit last week submerged homes, businesses and sanitation facilities leaving residents and traders stranded in high ground areasContinue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – South Sudan, still reeling from years of civil war and instability, remains especially vulnerable to worsening climate shocks such as floods and drought. Yet while many climate adaptation projects are aimed at building resilience, a new study warns that such initiatives may unintentionally fuel violence if notContinue Reading
(MAGWI) – Farmers across Magwi County in Eastern Equatoria State are warning of widespread crop failure due to prolonged drought conditions, which are threatening local harvests and driving up food prices. The situation is particularly severe in the farming communities of Abara, Opari, Moli Tokuro, and parts of Greater Pageri,Continue Reading
