(JUBA)—The ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) Women’s League has adopted and signed its first constitution alongside a five-year strategic plan, giving the women’s wing a new framework as the country prepares for general elections in December. The documents were approved at the close of the Women’s League’s first nationalContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s Council of Ministers has approved a constitutional amendment bill aimed at paving the way for the country’s long-awaited general elections scheduled for December 2026. President Salva Kiir Mayardit chaired the Cabinet’s Regular Meeting No. 12/2026 on Friday, where ministers endorsed the Transitional Constitution of the RepublicContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A South Sudanese policy and political analyst is calling on the government to prioritise durable road infrastructure and strengthen accountability in public spending. Boboya James Edmon, Chief Executive Officer of the Institute of Social Policy, says poor road construction practices are undermining development and wasting scarce public resources.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has reassured residents of Central Equatoria State that the government is committed to resolving ongoing border issues with neighboring Uganda through peaceful dialogue. Speaking in Juba on Wednesday, President Kiir called on communities to remain calm and allow the government to address the matterContinue Reading
(JUBA)-Heavy rain is expected to hit parts of Eastern and Western Equatoria states this week, while several other parts of the country are forecast to experience dangerously high heat levels, the South Sudan Meteorological Department has stated in its weekly forecast. The forecast for Aug. 5-12 released on Monday predictsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has commended South Sudan’s national basketball teams for their outstanding achievements on the international stage, describing their success as a source of pride and a symbol of the country’s growing reputation around the world. The President made the remarks on Monday during a meetingContinue Reading
(JUBA)– President Salva Kiir Mayardit has led South Sudan in commemorating Martyrs’ Day, honouring the sacrifices of the men and women who fought for the country’s freedom, justice, and independence. Speaking during a solemn national ceremony in Juba on Thursday, President Kiir joined citizens, government officials, members of the securityContinue Reading
(JUBA) -South Sudan and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation on key areas of mutual interest. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Honorable Ambassador Dr. James Pitia Morgan, held talks with the United States Ambassador to South Sudan, His ExcellencyContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has launched a new 41.8 million US dollar Sustainable Agricultural Development Project, aimed at improving food security and building climate resilience in rural communities. The project, funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development, or IFAD, was officially launched in Juba on Tuesday and will beContinue Reading
(JUBA) -The Embassies of Canada, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States have called for increased public funding to strengthen South Sudan’s health sector following the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the region. In a joint statement released on 21st July, the diplomatic missions expressed concernContinue Reading
