UN Condemns Deadly Communal Violence in South Sudan’s Warrap State
The United Nations has condemned deadly communal attacks in Tonj North County, Warrap State, South Sudan, that reportedly killed more than 60 civilians and injured […]
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South Sudan: At least 60 killed in communal clashes in Warrap State
At least 60 people have been killed and 50 others wounded in communal clashes in South Sudan’s Warrap State, local officials said on Monday, August […]
Canada temporarily closes embassy in South Sudan
Canada has temporarily suspended operations at its embassy in Juba, South Sudan, with responsibility for diplomatic and consular services being transferred to its mission in […]
UN warns South Sudan’s election preparations face security and political hurdles
South Sudan’s political, security and humanitarian crises are deepening as the country prepares for elections in December 2026, a senior UN official has warned. Anita […]
South Sudan: SPLM-IO rejects Kiir-led dialogue ahead of December elections
South Sudan’s main opposition group, the SPLM-IO, has rejected President Salva Kiir’s proposed inter-party dialogue ahead of the country’s December 2026 elections, calling instead for […]
South Sudan launches $14.5m program to improve learning for crisis-affected children
South Sudan on Wednesday, August 5, launched a four-year education program aimed at improving learning outcomes for children affected by conflict, displacement and other humanitarian […]
South Sudan: Machar’s lawyers seek Court approval to prepare defense testimony
Lawyers representing suspended South Sudan First Vice-President Riek Machar have asked a special Court in Juba for permission to meet him at his residence to […]
South Sudan Political Parties Commit to Peaceful Political Competition Ahead of December 2026 Polls
A coalition of political parties in South Sudan has signed a declaration pledging to promote peaceful political competition, respect the rule of law and reject […]
AfDB Forecasts 22% Economic Growth for South Sudan in 2026, Around 4.8 in 2027
South Sudan’s economy is expected to expand by 22 per cent in 2026 as oil exports recover and macroeconomic conditions improve, according to a new […]
South Sudan launches voter education campaign ahead of December elections
South Sudan’s National Elections Commission (NEC) has launched a nationwide voter and civic education campaign to prepare citizens for the country’s first national elections since […]