(Renk) – Civil society activists in Renk, a town in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State, are raising the alarm about the increasing number of children affected by conflict and poverty, many of whom are either still associated with armed forces or are struggling to survive on the streets after theirContinue Reading
(Juba) – A total of 113 players have been released by 11 clubs in the South Sudan Premier League (SSPL), as announced by the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF). This major reshuffling comes as clubs prepare for the 2025/2026 football season, allowing released players to become free agents eligible forContinue Reading
(Juba) – South Sudanese rapper Young Boy has firmly responded to those who label him as a “local artist,” stating that his music speaks for the nation far beyond its borders. The rising rapper took to social media this week to push back against criticism and to promote his upcomingContinue Reading
(Juba) – South Sudanese music industry figure Sam Dee Elly, known for previously managing singer Neetah Beibe, has been appointed General Manager of V&V Records, a fas -growing label in the region’s entertainment sector. The announcement was made by V&V Records through their official communication platforms, confirming his promotion andContinue Reading
(Juba) – South Sudanese musician PG Machar is preparing to release a new song titled “Mama Mary Ayen, the Mother of the Nation,” a musical tribute dedicated to the country’s First Lady, Her Excellency Mama Mary Ayen Mayardit. The song is expected to be released within the coming days andContinue Reading
(Juba) – South Sudanese basketball fans have a new reason to follow the NBA closely this upcoming season, as rising star Khaman Maluach has been traded to the Phoenix Suns, where he is expected to team up with fellow South Sudanese big man Bol Bol. The trade was made shortlyContinue Reading
(Nairobi) – South Sudan’s U20 national football team captain, Bichiok Dang, made headlines on Sunday after leading Nairobi United to their first ever Football Kenya Federation Cup title. The team recently promoted to Kenya’s top flight league achieved a major upset by defeating record champions Gor Mahia 2–1 in theContinue Reading
(Juba) – High level discussions between Sudan and South Sudan on the future of oil transit and processing arrangements have ended without a formal agreement, exposing deep seated logistical and financial challenges affecting South Sudan’s oil dependent economy. The meetings held in Port Sudan focused on revising the current feeContinue Reading
(Juba) – Salaam Air Express has marked its second year of service in South Sudan’s capital, Juba, celebrating steady growth and an expanding network of destinations across East Africa and the Horn of Africa. The airline which began operating flights from Juba in 2023 has focused on improving regional connectivityContinue Reading
(Juba) – South Sudanese music artist Silver X has announced a temporary break from releasing new music, saying he is on a personal journey to rediscover himself and his purpose. In a message shared with his followers, Silver X – whose real name is Okuta Ceaser Malish Jeremiah – stated,Continue Reading
