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South Sudan President Returns From Lengthy UAE Trip: State Media

South Sudan President Returns From Lengthy UAE Trip: State Media

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South Sudan President Salva Kiir returned to Juba on Wednesday after an extended visit to the United Arab Emirates, state media said, a trip that had fuelled rumours about his health. Members of his entourage, speaking on condition of anonymity, had previously told AFP that Kiir was in the UAE for medical tests, having left on 22 June. Wearing his signature black cowboy hat and delicately leaning on a cane, Kiir was welcomed at the airport by go…See the Story

623 suspected Juba gangs arrested as CES cracks down on crimes

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623 suspected Juba gangs arrested as CES cracks down on crimes

Security organs in Central Equatoria State have arrested 623 suspected gang members in a major security crackdown across the capital. The arrests follow a disturbing incident last week, where members of the gang—locally known as “niggas”—allegedly gang-raped a 16-year-old girl in the Shirikat residential area. The State Security Committee, chaired by Governor Lt. Gen. Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, has strongly condemned the attack. Speaking to the press…See the Story

IGAD Executive Secretary Workneh Meets Officials in Juba

IGAD Executive Secretary Workneh Meets Officials in Juba

The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, is in Juba for a two-day official mission to assess implementation of the 2018 peace agreement. Upon arrival yesterday, Dr. Workneh began his engagements with a meeting with South Sudan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Amb. Monday Semaya Kumba. Following this meeting, Dr. Workneh met with the High-Level Committee of …See the Story

SSRA launches Juba tax plan

The South Sudan Revenue Authority has begun zoning Juba City into ten areas for a new taxpayer registration campaign aimed at boosting revenue collection and improving tax compliance. According to Simon Akuei Deng, the Commissioner General of the Revenue Authority, the exercise involves door-to-door registration of all businesses, service providers, and self-employed individuals across the capital. In a press release issued on Tuesday, Akuei sai…Taxes · Juba See the Story

Environmental Ministry, partners launch tree planting to combat climate change

Juba, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – The Ministry of Environment and Forestry and partners on Thursday launched a school tree planting program to combat climate change in Central Equatoria and Eastern Equatoria states. The ministry and Africa Democracy and Resilience Network (ADRNET), a local organisation, along with students, officially launched a tree planting initiative to combat climate change, enhance food security and improve public health at G…Climate Change · Juba Read Article

Activist urges South Sudan revenue audit amid economy crisis

Juba, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – Activist Jackline Nasiwa has urged South Sudan’s leadership to immediately audit all revenue collections and implement transparent financial practices, as the nation’s economic crisis deepens and international aid significantly shrinks Speaking to Eye Radio on Thursday, July 3, Jackline underscored the urgent need for robust accountability, particularly in light of a projected humanitarian crisis. Studies in The L…Activism · Juba Read Article

NCA reports huge internet growth in South Sudan

Juba, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – Digital connectivity across South Sudan has significantly risen, with internet users increasing from 1.3 million in 2024 to 1.9 million in 2025, and mobile phone users growing from 3.97 million to 4.47 million over the same period, according to the National Communication Authority (NCA). The NCA attributed the major rise in South Sudan’s digital connections to better internet and mobile infrastructure development,…Juba · Juba Read Article

When will President Kiir stop relying on foreign aircraft? - Radio Tamazuj

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Activist urges Juba City Council to utilize tax for roads improvement

Civil society activist Edmund Yakani on Wednesday called on the City Council to prioritize essential services particularly roads improvement from tax revenue. By James Chatim Juba City Council has been challenged to use the collected taxes proactively in developing roads within the city. Civil society activist Edmund Yakani on Wednesday called on the City Council to prioritize essential services particularly roads improvement from tax revenue…Taxes · Juba Read Article

Four South Sudanese cadets top Egyptian Police Academy

Juba, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – Four young South Sudanese police cadets have graduated with honors from a highly respected police academy in Egypt. After two years of professional training, two of the cadets achieved an amazing feat, securing the top two positions in their graduating class! Egypt initially offered two scholarships, but generously increased this to four, allowing more South Sudanese officers to train. On Wednesday, July 2, the Eg…Juba · Juba Read Article

GESS urges integrity in school cash transfers

The Team Leader of the Girls’ Education South Sudan (GESS) program, Daniel Gesaka, has urged teachers to uphold integrity and avoid misusing cash transfers intended to support girls and children with disabilities in staying in school. Speaking on Eye Radio’s Dawn Show, Gesaka emphasized that the funds are specifically for eligible learners who face significant challenges accessing education. He commended teachers who follow proper standards, but…Juba · Juba Read Article

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