(JUBA) – South Sudan has recorded new progress in wildlife conservation and environmental planning following a series of field and policy initiatives linked to the Great Nile Migration landscape. In Badingilo National Park, conservation teams working with African Parks and the Endangered Wildlife Trust have completed a new stage ofContinue Reading
(JUBA) – International travel policy and health security measures are tightening as the Ebola outbreak in parts of Central and East Africa prompts renewed coordination between the United States and European governments, with implications for countries in the wider region including South Sudan. The United States government is urging EuropeanContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The leadership of Juba International Airport has introduced a new shuttle bus service aimed at improving the movement of passengers within the airport and enhancing overall travel efficiency. The initiative is designed to provide safe, reliable, and convenient transport for passengers travelling between the terminal building and aircraftContinue Reading
(WAU, WESTERN BAHR EL GHAZAL STATE) – The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority has launched construction work on a new passenger terminal at Wau Airport, marking a key step in the country’s ongoing efforts to expand and modernise its aviation infrastructure. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by senior government officials,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The United Arab Emirates has temporarily suspended the issuance of new visas for nationals of South Sudan, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo as part of new measures aimed at preventing the spread of Ebola. The restrictions, which took effect on June 6, 2026, also blockContinue Reading
Poachers Kill Last Remaining Elephant in Badingilo National Park (JUBA) – Conservation authorities have confirmed that the final remaining elephant in Badingilo National Park was killed by poachers. The death of the 20 year old bull elephant marks the total disappearance of the species from the protected area. The park,Continue Reading
(JUBA) – The United States has introduced new travel restrictions and visa bond requirements affecting citizens from 39 countries, including South Sudan, as part of tighter border and immigration controls that took effect from 1 January 2026. The policy, signed on 16 December 2025, expands the previous list of 19Continue Reading
(JUBA COUNTY) – The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) has ordered all aircraft operators at Juba International Airport (HJJJ) to remove grounded or unserviceable planes within 30 days. The directive was issued in an official circular dated 10 January 2026. The move comes under the Civil Aviation Authority ActContinue Reading
(BOR, JONGLEI STATE) – More than 60 poachers in Jonglei State have given up hunting as local authorities increase efforts to protect wildlife, officials said. Major General Zackaria Atem, Director of Wildlife in the state, said some people hunt bush meat because of hunger. He warned that commercial poaching, oftenContinue Reading
(TEREKEKA COUNTY) – The organising committee of the Mudari Cultural Festival has carried out an official visit to Lake Joor as part of final preparations for the upcoming cultural event scheduled to take place later this month in Terekeka County in Central Equatoria State. The visit took place on Friday,Continue Reading
