(JUBA) – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has begun airdropping emergency food aid to tens of thousands of people trapped in remote areas of South Sudan, as violent conflict continues to worsen food insecurity across the country. The WFP said it recently gained its first access in overContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Governor of Central Equatoria State has issued an immediate order halting unauthorised land demarcation and residential plot allocation along two major roads in Juba. The order, released on 7 July 2025, was made in response to reports that individuals were being allocated sections of these roads forContinue Reading
(WAU) – Communities in Wau South County have raised alarm over increasing insecurity caused by violent youth gangs, commonly known locally as “neighbourhood groups” or “Niggas.” Residents say the surge in assaults, thefts and intimidation has left families fearful, businesses struggling and livelihoods at risk. Speaking anonymously, a resident fromContinue Reading
(TORIT) – The Government of Eastern Equatoria State has formally called on the authorities of the Greater Pibor Administrative Area to investigate and arrest those responsible for a violent ambush on the Torit–Juba Highway on 26 May 2025. The attack, which occurred near the Kor Delep area, claimed the livesContinue Reading
(AWEIL) – A fourth year student at the University of Bahr El Ghazal (UBG), who had planned to leave university due to high tuition fees, has now decided to continue his studies after receiving support from the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) and encouragement from friends. The student, Ayai DengContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands has signed a six month partnership with Eye Media to support independent journalism and freedom of expression in South Sudan. The agreement was formalised last Friday in Juba by Ambassador H.E. Paul Tholen and Eye Media’s Chief Executive Officer, MrContinue Reading
(JUBA) – As South Sudan continues to battle its longest running cholera outbreak since gaining independence in 2011, the World Health Organization (WHO) has acknowledged the critical assistance provided by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and WHO Standby Partners. This joint support has significantly boosted the country’sContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services (MoICTPS) has begun discussions on introducing a licensing system for radio and television stations to support its growing operational and salary costs. The proposal which was tabled during the Ministry’s 12th leadership meeting held on Thursday aims to improveContinue Reading
(WAU) – Police in Wau, Western Bahr el Ghazal State, have arrested eight armed suspects accused of carrying out a series of nighttime vehicle robberies along the Kuajiena Road in Jur River County. The arrests followed intelligence gathered by local security units and reports from affected communities. State Police SpokespersonContinue Reading
(KUAJOK) – More than 48 vultures are reported to have died in Kuajok town, Warrap State, after feeding on the carcass of a dead dog in the Angui residential area. The unusual deaths have raised concerns among residents, who suspect the dog may have died from poisoning or disease beforeContinue Reading
