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03/01/2025

A Zambian police officer has been arrested after allegedly becoming intoxicated and freeing more than a dozen prisoners to celebrate New Year’s Eve. The 13 suspects had been in detention near Kanyama, in the country’s south, facing charges including assault, affray and theft. None of the suspects returned.

A Zambian police officer has been arrested after allegedly becoming intoxicated and freeing more than a dozen prisoners to celebrate New Year’s Eve.

18/12/2024

Jonglei State Governor Mahjoub Biel has officially suspended Minister of Finance, Planning, and Investment Abraham Riek Yuek after he lost a vote of no confidence in August 2022.

By Deng Ghai Deng Jonglei State Governor Mahjoub Biel has officially suspended Minister of Finance, Planning, and Investment Abraham Riek Yuek after he lost a vote of no confidence in August 2022. Yuek’s impeachment stemmed from a failure to adequately address concerns regarding the delayed passag...

18/12/2024

Arbitrary arrests and ensuing detention of civilians remain a serious human rights concern in South Sudan, according to a joint report by the UN Human Rights Office and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).

Arbitrary arrests and ensuing detention of civilians remain a serious human rights concern in South Sudan, according to a joint report by the UN Human Rights Office and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Some 1,140 civilians were arbitrarily arrested and then detained for varying pe...

12/12/2024

President Salva Kiir has instructed the newly appointed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the South Sudan People’s Defence Force (SSPDF), Gen. Dr. Paul Nang Majok, to focus on transforming the military into a professional force capable of defending the country’s territorial integrity.

President Salva Kiir has instructed the newly appointed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the South Sudan People’s Defence Force (SSPDF), Gen. Dr. Paul Nang Majok, to focus on transforming the military into a professional force capable of defending the country’s territorial integrity. Kiir, who a...

12/12/2024

Authorities in Jonglei State’s capital Bor marked Human Rights Day on December 10th with a strong call to refocus efforts on human rights as a crucial pathway to justice and long-term security in the region.

Authorities in Jonglei State’s capital Bor marked Human Rights Day on December 10th with a strong call to refocus efforts on human rights as a crucial pathway to justice and long-term security in the region. The event, held in collaboration with key stakeholders including the UNDP, UNMISS’s Huma...

11/12/2024

Condolences are pouring in from across the country for the sudden passing of the former governor of the defunct Jonglei state, Maker Thiong Maal. Maker passed away on Wednesday morning at Juba’s Gudele Hospital, where he was admitted for blood pressure, as confirmed by family members and a government official.

Condolences are pouring in from across the country for the sudden passing of the former governor of the defunct Jonglei state, Maker Thiong Maal. Maker passed away on Wednesday morning at Juba’s Gudele Hospital, where he was admitted for blood pressure, as confirmed by family members and a governm...

09/12/2024

DECREES ON SSBC

Army Chief of Defense Forces, Gen, Santino Wol relieved

Paul Nang Majok- appointed as new Army Chief of Defense Forces

Atak Santino Majak- relieved from his position as Undersecretary Ministry of Defense and Veterans Affairs

Santino Deng Wol- named replacement, Undersecretary Ministry of Defense and Veterans Affairs

Gen, Atem Marol Biar- IGP relieved

BOSS Governor Garang Alic relieved

Abraham Peter Manyuat appointed new IGP.

Johnny Ohisa appointed new Governor of the Bank of South Sudan.

03/12/2024

SPLM threatens to shut down social media in South Sudan

The Secretary-General of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), Peter Lam Both, has threatened to shut down social media in South Sudan. The threat came in response to claims on social media that the Presidential Envoy on Special Programs, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, had been sworn in as the acting president and had ordered the Central Bank Governor to audit the accounts of the first family. Addressing a press conference at the SPLM House in Juba, Both warned that if such rumors continued the government would shut down social media.

02/12/2024

No Excuse for Violence: UN Women’s Event in Juba Amplifies the Fight Against GBV During the 16 Days of Activism

UN Women, in collaboration with the United Nations in South Sudan, organized a significant event in Juba to mark the 16 Days of Activism. The event brought together key stakeholders, including the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, the Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Netherlands, the Chief of Capacity Building at UNMISS, members of the media, civil society organizations, women-led organizations, and expert panelists. Korto Williams, UN Women’s Programme Specialist for Women’s Political Participation, spoke on behalf of Dr. Rukaya Mohammed, UN Women Country Representative (a.i.), and shed light on the persistent challenges facing women in South Sudan.

29/11/2024

NSS Arrests Akop, Editor-in-Chief of Juba's Dawn Daily Newspaper

Emmanuel Monychol Akop, the Editor-in-Chief of the Dawn Daily English Newspaper, was arrested by South Sudan's National Security Service on Thursday, according to Patrick Oyet, President of the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS). Oyet confirmed the arrest but stated that further details were still being gathered. The arrest comes amid concerns over the controversial National Security Service Act of 2014 amended 2024, which allows the agency to make arrests without a warrant. This is the latest in a series of actions against journalists and media professionals in South Sudan, raising alarm among press freedom advocates.

28/11/2024

President Salva Kiir Address to the country on rumors of violence.

24/11/2024

The leader of Real- SPLM, Pagan Amum, on the recent shootings in Juba.

Credit: Radio Miraya

20/11/2024

Breaking News! President Salva Kiir has relieved the Commissioner General of South Sudan Revenue Authority African Mande in a decree read on the state TV, SSBC on Wednesday evening.

13/11/2024

A high-level peace committee established by the Jonglei state governor has successfully concluded a series of peace dialogues aimed at resolving a deadly conflict between the Chie Puol and Chie Dumien communities in Nyirol County. The conflict, which resulted in nine fatalities and 24 injuries, has sparked tensions in the region, but recent efforts have paved the way for reconciliation and mutual commitments to peace.

11/11/2024

Cabinet Orders Interior Minister to Recover Looted Cattle in Mogiri

The Cabinet meeting chaired by President Salva Kiir, has directed the Minister of Interior, Angelina Teny, to recover cattle looted during a deadly attack in Mogiri Payam, Juba County. The attack, which occurred last Thursday, targeted cattle traders from the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) and resulted in at least 22 fatalities, with several others wounded.
During a press briefing on Friday, Minister of Information Michael Makuei Lueth confirmed the devastating toll from the ambush, which saw around 500 heads of cattle stolen by an armed group. The attackers remain unidentified, but sources indicate that the cattle are being held in the Mangala area, prompting the Cabinet to take swift action.
“It is not known who the attackers are, but we have received information that the cattle are being held in Mangala. The Minister of Interior has been directed to ensure these cattle are not moved and to take necessary measures to apprehend them and, if possible, return them to their rightful owners.” Makuei told reporters
The Cabinet has also instructed Minister Teny to conduct a full investigation into the incident and report back with her findings.
In addition to the recovery efforts, the Cabinet strongly condemned the attack, describing it as a serious source of insecurity.
"This kind of violence disrupts the peace and security of the Juba-Bor road, which was established to serve the people, not to be exploited for criminal acts," Makuei added.
Authorities are urging swift action to prevent further violence in the area, which has already seen tensions escalate in recent months.

08/11/2024

Commuters defy ban on ‘unsafe’ Juba-Bor highway

Many commuters and drivers have defied a 72-hour government suspension of the use of the Juba-Bor highway following deadly violence.

The suspension of the route came in the wake of a brutal attack on Wednesday that left at least 22 people dead and several others injured.

The violence occurred in Mogiri Payam, Juba County, when an unknown armed group ambushed cattle traders from the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA). In addition to the fatalities, large herds of cattle were looted during the assault.

In response, the National Government ordered a halt on traffic along the highway, a key route linking Juba with eastern states like Jonglei and the GPAA. However, many drivers, especially from rural areas, have opted to disregard the order, citing the high cost of air travel and the highway’s essential role in connecting communities and facilitating trade.

The Jonglei State Drivers Union President, Deng Jool Deng, explained the dilemma facing the commuters.

“It is difficult for the people to stop. The challenges of life require movement between Juba and Bor. Air travel is expensive for many locals and the road remains the most accessible means of transport,” he said.

Some drivers continue to use the highway, seeking to maintain the flow of goods and services. Many fear that halting travel will have detrimental effects on the local economy and livelihoods.

“We need more soldiers stationed along the road, and we need better coordination between the states and the national government to ensure the safety of travelers,” urged Deng.

The Jonglei State Police Commissioner, Maj Gen John Baak, said that police escorts were being provided to travelers along the highway.

“We have been moving with the travelers and we are ensuring that the road remains as safe as possible under the circumstances,” Baak said.

However, concerns persist with a growing number of attacks on civilians and traders. The situation has sparked widespread anxiety, with many road users questioning the ability of security forces to effectively address the threats.

06/11/2024

Juba-Bor Highway Closed After Gunfire Erupts Between Armed Groups and Traders

Traffic along the Juba-Bor highway has come to a complete halt following a deadly security incident involving unknown armed groups and cattle traders from the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA). The clash, which took place on Wednesday morning in Mogiri Payam of Juba County, has left at least 20 people dead on both sides, while unspecified number of cattle were looted during the skirmish, according to the office of governor for Central Equatoria state.

Deng Jool Deng, the president of the Drivers Union in Jonglei state, confirmed to this publication that his office has issued an emergency directive suspending the transportation of both goods and people along the vital highway for a period of 48 hours. This suspension is set to remain in effect until security conditions improve and stabilization efforts are initiated.

“We received reports of a violent altercation involving cattle traders from the Greater Pibor Administrative Area and unidentified gunmen,” Jool said in an interview. “In light of this, we have made the decision to halt all traffic on the Juba-Bor highway for the next 48 hours to allow time for the government to address the situation.”

Jool also appealed to the national government to strengthen security along the highway, urging for additional military reinforcements to be dispatched to the barracks stationed at strategic points along the route.

The suspension of transport has caused critical disruption to the movement of goods and people, as the Juba-Bor highway is a critical trade route linking South Sudan’s capital to the eastern part of the country. The security situation remains fluid, and authorities are closely monitoring the developments.

The South Sudan National Police Service (SSNPS) has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident or potential reinforcements.

05/11/2024

Mahjoub Biel Turuk, the governor of Jonglei State, has canceled an administrative order issued by his deputy to establish a committee to address deadly inter-clan fighting in Nyirol County over alleged insubordination.
Last Friday, Deputy Governor Atong Kuol Manyang Juuk issued an order establishing a State High-Level Committee to intervene in the conflict. Kuol, in her order, said she was acting on behalf of her boss and cited Article 103 (a)(d) of the 2011 Jonglei State Transitional Constitution and Presidential Decree No. 106A (2)(A) as the basis of her powers.
Meanwhile, Bol Deng Bol, a political observer, said the latest political development set a worrying trend and called on the state leadership to embrace the spirit of collegial cooperation for the sake of peace in the troubled Jonglei.