(JUBA) – South Sudan’s National Security Service (NSS) has issued a strong warning to journalists and media houses over what it described as breaches of national security, calling certain areas of media coverage a “red line” not to be crossed. The warning was delivered by NSS Director of Public RelationsContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s National Police Service has arrested 46 suspected gang members, including six women, following a fresh security operation targeting criminal hotspots in the Gumbo-Sherikat areas of the capital. The arrests were made during a coordinated anti-gang operation that began at 6:00 PM on 17 July and continuedContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The United Democratic Front (UDF) has called on the government of South Sudan to urgently tackle corruption, warning that the country’s democratic transition remains fragile without strong accountability and governance mechanisms. Speaking at a press conference held on Thursday, the UDF’s Acting Secretary General, Regina Massimo Bakheit, saidContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The European Union has raised concerns that the current insecurity and political volatility in South Sudan is significantly affecting the operations and influence of civil society organisations (CSOs), especially those working on governance, advocacy, and transparency. Timo Olkkonen, the EU Ambassador to South Sudan, made these remarks duringContinue Reading
(BOR) – Patients at Bor Hospital in Jonglei State are facing serious challenges due to a critical shortage of essential medical supplies, including life saving anti-malarial and antibiotic drugs. Dr. Bol Chaw, the Medical Director of Bor Hospital, confirmed that the last major delivery of medical supplies arrived in AprilContinue Reading
(MAGWI) – South Sudanese cattle herders recently expelled from Uganda have called on the government in Juba to assist them with safe transportation and protection as they prepare to return to their home states. The herders, who were evicted from Atiak sub-county in Amuru District in Northern Uganda, have beenContinue Reading
(JUBA) – A prominent South Sudanese civil society leader has called on the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs to initiate the repeal of the National Security Service (NSS) Act, saying it threatens public freedoms and democratic processes in the country. Ter Manyang, Executive Director of the Center for PeaceContinue Reading
(JUBA) – South Sudan’s judiciary is facing growing pressure and instability as President Salva Kiir Mayardit continues to exercise broad and unchecked authority over judicial appointments and removals, often bypassing constitutional procedures. Legal experts and observers say the president’s actions are eroding judicial independence and weakening the rule of lawContinue Reading
(JUBA) – The Catholic bishops of South Sudan have called on political and military leaders to bring an end to the worsening violence and bloodshed across the country. In a strong message directed at both the government and the citizens, they urged for peace, healing, and a return to nationalContinue Reading
(JUBA) – Zain South Sudan has introduced a series of new promotional offers aimed at keeping its customers connected and entertained, particularly over the weekends. The telecommunications company continues to roll out customer centred incentives that include free data, radio services and discounted bundles for mobile users across the country.Continue Reading
