(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
(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
(Juba) – South Sudan’s national army has announced it will begin a disarmament campaign targeting armed youth in violence hit regions of the country, starting with a voluntary approach but warning that it will turn forceful if weapons are not surrendered within one week. The decision follows President Salva Kiir’sContinue Reading
(Bentiu) – The One Citizen Network for Democracy (OCND), a South Sudanese civil society organisation, has condemned recent aerial bombardments in Unity State that left at least ten civilians injured and caused the deaths of 35 cattle. The group has called for urgent humanitarian intervention and a recommitment to peaceContinue Reading
(Panyijiar) – Authorities in Panyijiar County, Unity State, have confirmed the deaths of more than 40 traders who were killed in an ambush while travelling by boat late Friday night. The attack took place in Chambek, a location in neighbouring Lakes State, as the boat crossed from Taiyar Port. AccordingContinue Reading
(Wau) – A military court has officially opened in Wau, the capital of Western Bahr El Ghazal, to hear multiple cases of serious misconduct allegedly committed by members of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF). The launch of the proceedings is viewed as a significant step toward improving disciplineContinue Reading
