President Salva Kiir has returned to the country after a five-day diplomatic visit to the United Arab Emirates. Continue reading “President Kiir returns from five-day diplomatic visit to UAE”
Month: October 2025
Greater Pibor approves SSP 16.1 billion budget for 2025–2026 fiscal year
The Government of Greater Pibor Administrative Area has approved a budget of 16.1 billion South Sudan Pounds for the 2025–2026 fiscal year during its cabinet meeting held today. Continue reading “Greater Pibor approves SSP 16.1 billion budget for 2025–2026 fiscal year”
Machar Trial: Defense cross-examines chief investigator in 16th session
JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – The Court trying First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven accused resumed its session today, with the defense continuing its cross-examination of the Chief Investigator, before the proceedings were adjourned to Monday, November 3rd, 2025. Continue reading “Machar Trial: Defense cross-examines chief investigator in 16th session”
Yei prisons overcrowded amid shortage of judges – Commissioner
The Commissioner of Yei River County says the absence of a resident judge has created a backlog of court cases and led to overcrowding in the county’s prison. Continue reading “Yei prisons overcrowded amid shortage of judges – Commissioner”
Jonglei civil society welcomes SSPDF order to evacuate disputed fishing island
A civil society leader has welcomed the SSPDF’s order for evacuation of disputed Bioth-agany fishing island, saying it will give room for dialogue between the two communities of Duk-Twic East in Jonglei state. Continue reading “Jonglei civil society welcomes SSPDF order to evacuate disputed fishing island”
Lakes State to begin state-wide disarmament following deadly clashes
The government of Lakes State has announced plans to begin a comprehensive disarmament campaign targeting illegal firearms held by civilians, aimed at restoring peace and order across the state. Continue reading “Lakes State to begin state-wide disarmament following deadly clashes”
One year on: South Sudan’s protracted cholera crisis, a symptom of deeper failures
I have spent a year watching a treatable disease, cholera, chew through South Sudan. And the hardest question isn’t how to treat it—we know how. The hardest question is this: Why is the outbreak not able to be contained? Why, one year after the outbreak was declared on 28 October 28, are we still fighting a preventable enemy that has already stolen over 1,500 lives and sickened over 93,000 people? Continue reading “One year on: South Sudan’s protracted cholera crisis, a symptom of deeper failures”
Women’s leader urges greater female role in S. Sudan’s peace, leadership
A senior women’s leader has called for stronger inclusion of women in leadership and peace processes in South Sudan, saying that despite making up more than half of the country’s population, women remain largely underrepresented in decision-making positions.
Maryam Suleiman, the Women, Peace and Security Specialist at UN Women in South Sudan, said women’s participation in leadership and peace efforts across the country remains below 26 percent — far below the 35 percent quota guaranteed under the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement.
“Women make up more than half of our population in South Sudan, which of course makes sense that their participation should be more meaningful, especially in leadership and in peace processes,” Suleiman said.
“Unfortunately, their participation in leadership and peace processes remains below 26 percent, even though the peace agreement has guaranteed 35 percent.”
She made the remarks on Thursday during the opening of the 5th National Conference on Women, Peace and Security held in Juba. The two-day event is organized under the theme, “Restoring Hope and Commitment for Action: Advancing Women’s Role in Peacebuilding.”
Suleiman stressed that women should not be viewed merely as beneficiaries of peace, but as “agents and architects of peace.”
“Women are not just victims or beneficiaries in peace. They are agents of peace, they are architects of peace, and across the country, women have led a lot of community dialogues — but unfortunately without recognition and often without resources,” she said.
“This tells us that when women are included, peace is not only achieved, it lasts.”
She called for stronger collaboration between national leaders and grassroots women’s networks to ensure that community voices are reflected in national decision-making.
“We must build stronger coalitions and connect national leaders with grassroots networks to ensure that the voices from the grassroots are heard at the national level,” Suleiman added.
“We must move from isolated efforts to collective action that truly shapes our national agenda. Peacebuilding should be designed with women, not for them.”
The conference aims to raise awareness on strengthening women’s leadership and participation in peacebuilding, governance, and recovery efforts as South Sudan continues to implement the peace agreement and prepare for its first elections since independence.
Bright Stars U-17 undergo age tests ahead of AFCON qualifiers draw
Juba, South Sudan (Eye Radio) — The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has confirmed that the national U-17 team, the Young Bright Stars, is undergoing mandatory MRI age verification tests.
Continue reading “Bright Stars U-17 undergo age tests ahead of AFCON qualifiers draw”
Yei Commissioner: New Judge to arrive, clear case backlog
Yei, South Sudan (Eye Radio) — Yei River County Commissioner Emmanuel Taban Seme has confirmed that a newly appointed resident judge will arrive next week to immediately tackle the massive case backlog and relieve pressure on the county’s overcrowded prison. Continue reading “Yei Commissioner: New Judge to arrive, clear case backlog”
