CPJ, 102 partners call for continued human rights scrutiny of South Sudan

CPJ joined 102 other non-governmental organizations in a joint letter urging the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to maintain its calls for accountability in South Sudan amid the country’s ongoing and widespread human rights abuses, including …

Sudan army retakes more of capital Khartoum from RSF

Sudanese military makes gains in the capital as paramilitaries retain key positions. Sudan’s military captured a major bridge connecting the east of the capital Khartoum to the south, days after it reclaimed control of its northern part from the Rapid …

Tanzania, South Sudan in bid to fast-track economic ties

ADDIS ABABA: Tax administration, boosting economy, and domestic revenue are the key issues Tanzania and South Sudan prioritized in their meeting to strengthen their bilateral and regional cooperation through the East African Community (EAC). In bold the …

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South Sudan faces extreme weather, rainfall variations, and heatwaves from March to May – IGAD forecasts

Author: Michael Daniel | Published: 7 hours ago The IGAD Meteorological and Climate Prediction Centre has forecast that South Sudan will experience extreme weather conditions, including rainfall variations and persistent high temperatures, in some parts of …

South Sudan to train 50,000 police for 2026 election security

The South Sudan Election Security Committee has unveiled plans to train 50,000 police officers to boost security during the 2026 General Election. South Sudan is expected to hold its first-ever General Election in December 2026 since independence in 2011. …

Radio ‘a lifeline for South Sudan’s forthcoming elections’

As the world celebrates World Radio Day, South Sudan, still grappling with the aftermath of a long conflict, recognizes radio’s unique and crucial role, especially in the lead-up to the upcoming elections. In a state where the literacy rate is low and …

Firing of Top Officials Jeopardizes South Sudan Peace Deal

Afreximbank reportedly sues South Sudan for ‘defaulting’ on $657M debt

Author: Staff Reporter | Published: 6 hours ago Judge and gavel in courtroom - (Photo: Courtesy). The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has sued South Sudan at a high court in London for allegedly failing to repay 657 million US dollars in trade and …

Guinea-Bissau president Sissoco Embalo visits South Sudan

Author: Chany Ninrew | Published: 6 hours ago President Kiir and Guinea-Bissau president Embalo inspect a guard of honor in Juba. (Photo: Office of the President). Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embaló made a surprise visit to South Sudan for the …