(Ruweng) – The Legislative Council of South Sudan’s Ruweng Administrative Area has voted to impeach Chief Administrator Hon. Stepiano Wieu De Malek, citing a range of issues including worsening insecurity, failure to mobilise local youth into national forces, and serious allegations of corruption. In a formal letter signed by RtContinue Reading
(Juba) – A major international partnership is set to transform education in conflict affected regions of South Sudan and Uganda through satellite-powered internet access, bringing unprecedented connectivity to underserved communities. Intelsat, a global operator of satellite and terrestrial networks, has joined forces with the Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative (WPDI),Continue Reading
(Nairobi) – A Juba businesswoman has been left counting her losses after sending KSh 580,000 (approx. $20,000 USD) to a traditional healer in Kenya — all in hopes of turning her spare parts shop into the next big thing. At South Sudan’s exchange rates, that’s SSP 93 million (official) orContinue Reading
(London) – The international law firm Reed Smith has been appointed to act on behalf of a Dubai based crude oil trading company in a legal dispute against the Republic of South Sudan. The case involving significant financial claims will be heard through arbitration proceedings in London. The legal matterContinue Reading
(Juba) – The Government of South Sudan has confirmed the full payment of salaries for members of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF), other organised forces, and civil servants across the country. This development, announced on 28 June 2025, has brought temporary relief to public sector workers following delaysContinue Reading
(Bentiu) – As South Sudan moves towards its first national elections scheduled for 2026, Bishop Christian Carlassare of Bentiu has called on citizens, communities, and the Church to reject violence and embrace a culture of peace based on Gospel values. While recognising signs of progress through local development projects, theContinue Reading
(Denver) – Arok Thuch Garang, one of the original “Lost Boys of Sudan,” has returned to Colorado to raise awareness and support for South Sudanese orphans currently living in the Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya. Garang now leads the Seeds of South Sudan initiative and is sharing his personal journeyContinue Reading
(Juba) – The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has released a detailed list of eligibility criteria for anyone seeking to run for President or Vice President of the Federation. The requirements, published by the SSFF Electoral Committee, are based on Article 38 (4) of the Federation’s statutes. These rules aimContinue Reading
(Juba) – The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hon. Ambassador Akuei Bona Malwal, held a courtesy meeting on 30 June 2025 with representatives of the South Sudan Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). The delegation was led by Mr.Continue Reading
(Juba) – A three day workshop aimed at promoting the protection of children during armed conflict has concluded in South Sudan, bringing together key stakeholders from the security sector, government, and civil society. The event was led by Save the Children South Sudan and supported by Global Affairs Canada’s PeaceContinue Reading
