(JUBA) – U.S. Embassy Updates Limited During Government Funding Lapse The U.S. Embassy in Juba, South Sudan, has announced that its social media updates will be limited due to a lapse in appropriations affecting U.S. government operations. Regular updates will not be posted until full operations resume, except in casesContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan has launched a new mine action programme backed by the Government of Japan in a move aimed at strengthening national capacity to clear explosive remnants of war and open more land for farming, transport and development. The initiative was formally launched at the headquarters of theContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Bank of South Sudan has held a health awareness session for its female employees as part of efforts to improve workplace wellness and staff retention. The talk which focused on women’s health was organised by the Directorate of Administration and Human Resources in cooperation with New SudanContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Mobile App Emerges as Key Tool in South Sudan’s Peace and Security Efforts South Sudan is increasingly turning to digital solutions to manage conflict and improve community security, with a locally developed mobile application known as AlertME now being used as an early warning system in several regions.Continue Reading
(WARRAP STATE) – Telecom Expansion in Warrap Gains Momentum as National Government Commits Support The Government of South Sudan has signalled fresh investment in Warrap State’s communication infrastructure, with a pledge to install new telecommunication towers to boost security, trade, and service delivery. The commitment was made by Michael MakueiContinue Reading
(JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has met with top financial officials in Juba to discuss South Sudan’s economic direction ahead of major talks with global lenders. The meeting brought together Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel, who heads the Economic Cluster, Finance Minister Athian Ding Athian and Central Bank GovernorContinue Reading
(LONDON) – Vladimir Putin’s war economy is far more resilient than Western officials once believed and could sustain the conflict in Ukraine for up to ten years, according to defence analyst Dr Sidharth Kaushal, speaking in an interview published by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI). However, he warnedContinue Reading
Fuel Shortages and Military Losses Expose Deepening Crisis in Russia (MOSCOW) — Russia is facing severe fuel shortages across several regions, forcing rationing, station closures and growing public frustration, according to reports circulating inside the country including from Russian state linked commentators who rarely speak openly about domestic problems.Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The Ministry of Health has approved plans to upgrade two maternity facilities in Warrap State following reports of rising health concerns among communities recovering from displacement and disease outbreaks. Health Minister Sarah Cleto Rial confirmed the move after meeting Warrap Governor Bol Wek Agoth in Juba. The governorContinue Reading
(JUBA CITY) – South Sudan’s parliament has summoned senior land and housing officials to explain why cemeteries in the capital have been converted into residential plots, leaving Juba with almost no formal burial space. The decision was made after a motion raised by Nyayang Johnson Lok Riek, chairperson of theContinue Reading
