South Sudan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Advocates for Increased Climate Funding

South Sudan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Advocates for Increased Climate Funding

2025-08-09
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South Sudan’s Ambassador Cecilia Adut Manyok has called for greater climate funding, adaptation support, and tailored early warning systems for landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) during the Third UN Conference on LLDCs. Ambassador Adut highlighted the complex challenges faced by LLDCs such as post-conflict recovery, climate vulnerabilities, and limited infrastructure. SpeakingContinue Reading

Morobo Leaders Urge Governor Mujung to Address Urgent Security Concerns

Morobo Leaders Urge Governor Mujung to Address Urgent Security Concerns

2025-08-09
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In: Central Equatoria, Local, Security

Community leaders from Morobo County recently met with the newly appointed Governor of Central Equatoria State, Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, to discuss pressing issues facing their area. Representatives from the Lugbara, Keliko and Kakwa communities came together for the meeting held on Friday, led by Zacharia Michael, Chairperson ofContinue Reading

Dr Bol and Taban Discuss Infrastructure Projects

Dr Bol and Taban Discuss Infrastructure Projects

2025-08-09
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Vice Presidents Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel and Taban Deng Gai, who also chairs the Infrastructure Cluster, convened a meeting on Friday to assess the progress of key projects. The Office of the Vice President for Economic Infrastructure stated that the meeting, held on Friday, August 8, focused on reviewing theContinue Reading

Government of South Sudan Focuses on Boosting River Transport Infrastructure

Government of South Sudan Focuses on Boosting River Transport Infrastructure

2025-08-09
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In: Infrastructure, Travel and Tourism

Government officials in South Sudan are working diligently to secure funding for important infrastructure projects, particularly in the realm of road construction. The aim is to improve connectivity across the nation and drive economic expansion. The authorities have underlined that the development of new road networks will increase access toContinue Reading

Central Equatoria State Seeks Clarification on Revenue Collection Boundaries

Central Equatoria State Seeks Clarification on Revenue Collection Boundaries

2025-08-09
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In: Central Equatoria, Economy and Economics, Finance

The High Level Committee of Central Equatoria State has finished its investigation into potential tax encroachment by national institutions. The committee presented its report to Governor Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel at the State Secretariat in Juba. Deputy Governor Paulino Lukudu Obede led the Committee, which was established last monthContinue Reading

National Population Day Commemorated at Parliament

National Population Day Commemorated at Parliament

2025-08-09
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South Sudan recently observed World Population Day with a national event held at the national Parliament Building, focusing on the pivotal role of young people in shaping the country’s future and fostering stronger families. The commemoration, which took place on Friday, was organised by the Ministry of Finance and PlanningContinue Reading

Disqualification of Female Candidate in SSFA Election

Disqualification of Female Candidate in SSFA Election

2025-08-09
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The SSFA Electoral Committee has disqualified Ms. Ann Nyakuet Taker, the sole female candidate for the position of Second Vice President in the upcoming 2025-2029 South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) elections. This decision was made as Ms. Taker failed to secure the minimum requirement of four nominations from member associations,Continue Reading

Ann Taker Kicked Out of SSFF Race

Ann Taker Kicked Out of SSFF Race

2025-08-09
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The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) is in a whirlwind of drama as Ms. Ann Nyakuet Taker, the one and only female candidate for Second Vice President, has been shown the red card and disqualified from the upcoming elections. The SSFF Electoral Committee blew the whistle on Ms. Taker, rulingContinue Reading