(JUBA CITY) -The Association for Media Development in South Sudan, AMDISS, has held a strategic meeting with the Chairperson of the National Elections Commission, Professor Abednego Akok Kacuol, to discuss the media’s role in the country’s upcoming elections. During the meeting in Juba on Tuesday, AMDISS Director Ayaa Irene LokangContinue Reading
JUBA, South Sudan – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), in partnership with the Government of South Sudan, has activated the country’s first-ever drought anticipatory action plan, providing early assistance to more than 65,000 people in Eastern Equatoria State as the threat of severe drought intensifies. In a newsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on South Sudanese citizens to remain united and actively participate in the country’s democratic process as preparations intensify for the December 2026 elections. Speaking during celebrations marking the country’s independence anniversary at the Presidency in Juba, President Kiir urged citizens to continueContinue Reading
(JUBA)-South Sudan’s National Security Service (NSS) said a fire that engulfed part of its headquarters, commonly known as the “Blue House,” was likely caused by an electrical fault, and no casualties were reported. In a statement issued Wednesday, the NSS said the fire broke out at approximately 12:15 a.m. atContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Governor of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), Johnny Ohisa Damian, has described the ongoing staff sit-in action as politically motivated, while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving staff welfare and addressing outstanding financial obligations. Speaking to employees participating in the protest on Tuesday, Governor Ohisa expressedContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A training workshop on aviation security and information technology has opened at Juba International Airport, aimed at protecting airport systems and improving safety standards. The course brings together airport security staff, IT professionals and other airport stakeholders. It is taking place at the Airport Plaza in Juba. SouthContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Juba Electricity Distribution Company, JEDCO, has announced the permanent closure of its Gumbo Shirkat office, a planned power cut affecting several neighbourhoods over the weekend and an extension of ongoing electricity rationing into July 2026, while also urging residents to apply for new connections. The Gumbo ShirkatContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Parts of Juba will face a four hour power cut on Saturday as the electricity provider works to install new transformer poles and equipment. The Juba Electric Distribution Company, known as JEDCO, said the planned interruption will run from 8:00 AM to midday on the weekend of 4thContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Menstrual health kits have been distributed to 250 pupils at Gudele West Primary School to help adolescent girls stay in class. The South Sudan Red Cross handed out the kits through the Blue School Project, which is supported by the Swiss Red Cross. The kits allow girls toContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Thousands gathered at Buluk Playground in Juba on Tuesday to mark 20 years of broadcasting by Radio Miraya, the United Nations backed station that has become a vital source of news and a voice for peace across South Sudan. The celebration featured music, dancing and performances by artistsContinue Reading
