(JUBA) – South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has dismissed several key allies of First Vice President Riek Machar from government positions, raising renewed doubts about the stability of the power-sharing agreement established under the 2018 peace deal. The agreement, signed by Kiir, Machar, and other leaders, ended a five-year civilContinue Reading
(AWEIL) – The Women Union of Northern Bahr-el-Ghazal State has appointed interim chairpersons for five counties to oversee operations and prepare for upcoming elections. The appointments are effective from 11 August 2025 until 31 October 2025. The decision follows the amended Women Union constitution of February 2025 and was madeContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates to strengthen cooperation in security printing, payment card systems, and technical banking training, Emirates News Agency reported. The agreement is part of a series of deals reportedly signedContinue Reading
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – The United States has criticised Kenya for abuses, killings, and breaches of law, stating that respect for human rights declined sharply during the Gen Z protests in June and July 2024. A US report covering this period identified security officers as responsible for arbitrary killings, abuse, unlawfulContinue Reading
(NAIROBI, KENYA) – The plan by President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga to compensate victims of demonstrations has stirred concern about its implementation and underlying political motives. Critics argue that the programme should be guided by established procedures for protecting victims rather than being introduced as part ofContinue Reading
(NAKURU COUNTY, KENYA) – Farmers in Kenya have several ways to determine if their cattle are pregnant. Traditional methods, such as observing weight gain, body shape changes, and behavioural shifts, are still commonly used. However, experts warn that these techniques are often unreliable. The country’s beef and dairy sectors contributeContinue Reading
(NAIROBI, KENYA) – KCB Group PLC has announced a historic dividend of KSh 13 billion (approximately US$93.9 million), marking the largest mid-year payout in its 127 year history. The announcement follows an 8% increase in net profit, reaching KSh 32.3 billion (US$233 million) for the first half of 2025. GrowthContinue Reading
(NAIROBI, KENYA) – Kenya’s Supreme Court has been asked to intervene in a dispute over control of Sh60 billion (approximately US$433 million) in police salaries, a conflict involving Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and the National Police Service Commission (NPSC). The case was filed by lawyer Shadrack Wambui, representingContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Wednesday received a detailed briefing from Upper Nile Governor James Koang Chuol on the overall situation in the state, covering peace, security, and economic developments. Governor Koang told the President that the security situation in Upper Nile is currently peaceful. He credited bothContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel said on Wednesday that the resettlement of Palestinians in South Sudan was not part of the diplomatic agenda during her historic visit to Juba. Speaking in an interview , Haskel responded to media reports suggesting discussions on relocating Palestinians from Gaza toContinue Reading
