(Juba) – A new political alliance made up of several opposition groups in South Sudan has been officially launched, marking a significant development in the country’s political scene. The newly formed Coalition of South Sudan Opposition Movements (CSSOM) brings together various political and armed factions opposed to the current governmentContinue Reading
(Juba) – The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has launched a comprehensive door to door taxpayer registration exercise across Juba City, as part of a wider strategy to expand the country’s tax base, enhance compliance and improve public revenue systems. The initiative was officially announced by the SSRA Commissioner General,Continue Reading
(Juba) – MTN South Sudan has concluded its 2025 “21 Days of Y’ello Care” campaign by delivering digital tools, internet access and training to more than 40,000 people in four underserved communities. The initiative, which ran from 1–21 June, focused on connecting vulnerable groups, including displaced people and refugees, underContinue Reading
(Juba) – The Governor of the Bank of South Sudan, Dr. Addis Ababa Othow, met on Monday with the World Bank Country Director, Mr. Charles Undeland, to discuss ways to support the country’s shift towards digital financial systems, with a particular focus on improving public awareness and cooperation. The meetingContinue Reading
(Ruweng) – The Legislative Council of South Sudan’s Ruweng Administrative Area has voted to impeach Chief Administrator Hon. Stepiano Wieu De Malek, citing a range of issues including worsening insecurity, failure to mobilise local youth into national forces, and serious allegations of corruption. In a formal letter signed by RtContinue Reading
(Juba) – A major international partnership is set to transform education in conflict affected regions of South Sudan and Uganda through satellite-powered internet access, bringing unprecedented connectivity to underserved communities. Intelsat, a global operator of satellite and terrestrial networks, has joined forces with the Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative (WPDI),Continue Reading
(Nairobi) – A Juba businesswoman has been left counting her losses after sending KSh 580,000 (approx. $20,000 USD) to a traditional healer in Kenya — all in hopes of turning her spare parts shop into the next big thing. At South Sudan’s exchange rates, that’s SSP 93 million (official) orContinue Reading
(London) – The international law firm Reed Smith has been appointed to act on behalf of a Dubai based crude oil trading company in a legal dispute against the Republic of South Sudan. The case involving significant financial claims will be heard through arbitration proceedings in London. The legal matterContinue Reading
(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
(Bentiu) – As South Sudan moves towards its first national elections scheduled for 2026, Bishop Christian Carlassare of Bentiu has called on citizens, communities, and the Church to reject violence and embrace a culture of peace based on Gospel values. While recognising signs of progress through local development projects, theContinue Reading
