South Sudan Closes Schools Again Due to Extreme Heatwave
A persistent heatwave in South Sudan, has forced the Government to shut down schools for the second consecutive year, with temperatures soaring as high as […]
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Sudan’s Fleeing Families Seek Refuge in South Sudan Amid Ongoing Conflict
At the Joda border crossing, situated between Sudan and South Sudan, a steady stream of displaced families continues to cross in search of safety. Just […]
South Sudan: Churches Launch Book to Promote Non-violence
In an effort to promote peace and heal the wounds of conflict in South Sudan, the South Sudan Council of Churches (SSCC) has unveiled a […]
South Sudan to Launch National Instant Payment System to Boost Financial Inclusion
The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has announced the upcoming launch of the country’s first-ever National Instant Payment System (NIPS), developed in partnership with the […]
Tragic Plane Crash in South Sudan’s Unity State Claims 20 Lives
A small aircraft crashed in South Sudan’s Unity State on Wednesday January 29 morning, killing 20 people, according to officials. The plane, en route from […]
South Sudan Lifts Ban on Facebook, TikTok After Removal of Graphic Content
South Sudan has lifted the temporary ban on Facebook and TikTok, which was imposed last week after videos showing alleged killings of South Sudanese citizens […]
South Sudan: Gunfire erupts at residence of former spy chief
A shooting broke out on the evening of Thursday, November 21, at the residence of Akol Koor, South Sudan’s recently dismissed intelligence chief, according to […]
South Sudan braces for worsening floods after Nile dams open
Experts warn of worsening flooding in South Sudan, with September and October expected to be the worst on record. Since late 2023, large areas of […]
Chinese firm to build oil refinery in South Sudan
On Friday, August 24, a Chinese company signed an agreement with South Sudan’s state-owned Nile Petroleum Corporation (Nilepet) to build modern oil refinery and storage […]
South Sudan: Leaders urged to take steps to ensure peaceful, fair, credible elections
As South Sudan in preparing for its first election as an independent country, calls have been mounting for the country’s leaders to take the necessary […]