(TORIT) – Drivers’ unions in Torit and Magwi Counties in Eastern Equatoria State are warning that worsening conditions along the Juba–Torit highway are driving up costs for transporters and traders. They cite insecurity, collapsed bridges and illegal fees as key challenges that are hurting both drivers and businesses that relyContinue Reading
(AWEIL) – Authorities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State have demanded justice following a violent attack on traders from the state operating in Bor, Jonglei. The incident took place in Bor’s Panliet suburb and has left several traders injured and millions of pounds in losses. Acting Information Minister Dominic KangContinue Reading
(JONGLEI STATE) – The United States Embassy in South Sudan has strongly condemned the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) following an incident in which soldiers allegedly raided a World Food Programme (WFP) boat carrying food and supplies for civilians in New Fangak. The incident took place on 7 September,Continue Reading
(MAGWI COUNTY) – Communities in Owiny-Kibul, Eastern Equatoria State, have expressed concern over recent visits by foreign geologists reportedly linked to Russian interests. The visits which took place in August have raised fears that mineral resources may be exploited without proper consultation or benefit to local residents. According to localContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The criminal trial of South Sudan’s suspended vice president, Dr Riek Machar, began in the capital on Monday. The former first vice president faces treason and other serious charges, amid growing concerns over media freedom and transparency. Machar has been under house arrest since March. His public appearanceContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A new report by the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan (CHRSS) has accused Kenya and Uganda of failing to take action against South Sudanese officials suspected of laundering funds and engaging in illicit financial flows. The report says that this inaction has contributed to worsening poverty,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudanese editors have raised concerns over the growing challenges in the country’s media industry, pointing to low pay, lack of training and an economic downturn that is pushing experienced journalists to leave the profession. The matter was raised on Friday during a National Editors’ Forum breakfast meetingContinue Reading
(WESTERN EQUATORIA STATE) – A delegation from Equatorial Teak Company, based in Nzara County, has raised serious concerns over land disputes threatening its agricultural operations during a courtesy visit to Governor Barrister James Al Taib Jazz Berapai. The company’s delegation, led by Mr Ian Peterson, initially commended the new GovernorContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Eight traders from Panyijiar County in Unity State who were kidnapped last weekend by armed groups in Yirol East County, Lakes State, have been freed and reunited with their families. The victims, among them one woman who gave birth while in captivity, were rescued along with 62 cattleContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has announced new rules governing the movement of cash within the country and across its borders, in a move aimed at strengthening financial stability and curbing illegal money flows. The directive, issued on 16 September 2025 by the Directorate of Banking Supervision andContinue Reading
