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09/06/2025

SSPDF Warns of 'Harsh and Punitive Measures' as Disarmament Begins in Warrap and Unity.

JUBA, South Sudan – June 9, 2025 – The South Sudan People's Defense Forces (SSPDF) today issued a stern warning to armed youth in Warrap State and Mayom County of Unity State, stating that "harsh and punitive measures" will be administered to those who fail to comply with an impending disarmament drive.

The announcement, released from the Directorate of Media and Press, outlines a two-phase operation to collect weapons in the regions recently placed under a six-month state of emergency.

The SSPDF command has announced the arrival of forces tasked with conducting what they term "voluntary and forceful disarmament." The first phase grants a one-week grace period, effective immediately, for all armed youth in the designated areas to voluntarily hand over their weapons to civilian authorities and SSPDF forces.

However, the press release makes it clear that once this week-long window closes, a more aggressive approach will be adopted. "Upon the elapse/expiry of one week grace period, SSPDF forces will launch coordinated and simultaneous forceful disarmament exercises in Warrap State and Mayom County," the statement reads.

Maj. Gen. L*l Ruai Koang, SSPDF Spokesperson and Director of Media & Press, whose signature appears on the document, stressed that these operations are fully sanctioned by the presidential decree declaring the state of emergency.

"Forces on disarmament are operating under laws/TORs contained in presidential decree on declaration of state of emergency," the release stated.

"All armed youth are requested to comply with the presidential decree. Failure, will result in administration of harsh and punitive measures."its adds.

This aggressive stance highlights the government's determination to bring an end to armed violence and improve security in these restive areas, even if it means resorting to force after the initial voluntary surrender period.

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09/06/2025

South Sudan announces recruitment for 1,000 peacekeepers.

JUBA, South Sudan – The Republic of South Sudan, through the Directorate of Media and Press of the South Sudan People's Defense Forces (SSPDF), has announced a public recruitment drive for 1,000 individuals to join its Peacekeeping Force. This initiative aims to bolster South Sudan's contribution to United Nations peacekeeping missions, with the country serving alongside 120 other nations.

The announcement, dated June 9, 2025, outlines the general requirements for prospective recruits. Applicants must be South Sudanese citizens, between 18 and 35 years old, and hold a Secondary School Certificate or equivalent.

Essential qualifications also include being physically and mentally sound, morally upright, and having no criminal record. Fluency in Arabic and English, the primary languages used within the military, is also required.

The recruitment process is set to commence today, June 9, 2025, and will conclude on June 24, 2025.

Specific information regarding the training and logistics has also been released. The training will take place in Wunliet, west of Juba town, in Juba County, Central Equatoria State, and will last for six months.

The responsibility for feeding the recruits during this period rests with the SSPDF Chief of Defense Forces.

Applicants are required to submit two colored passport-size photos. Successful recruits are to report to SSPDF States' Divisional and Administrative Areas' Headquarters.

This recruitment drive signifies South Sudan's continued commitment to international peace and security efforts through its participation in UN peacekeeping operations.

20/05/2025

South Sudan Journalists Walk Out of Press Conference Over Media Access Dispute

A group of journalists in South Sudan on monday staged a walkout during a scheduled press conference at the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) Headquarters in Jebel. The protest came after the official expected to address the media declined to give a statement, citing the absence of an Eye Radio journalist.

Reporters who had gathered for the briefing had already waited an hour when they were informed that the session would not proceed until Eye Radio's representative arrived. Frustrated by the decision, the journalists decided to leave rather than wait further.

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20/05/2025

Juba International Airport's parking area has been flooded following today's heavy rainfall in Juba.
The intense downpour caused water to accumulate rapidly, rendering parts of the parking area inaccessible.

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02/04/2025

South Sudan United Movement (SSUM) Secretariat
Office of the Interim Secretary-General

*Refutation of False Reports Regarding the Alleged withdrawal of Hon. Denay Jock Chagor from the Revitalized Peace Agreement*

To the SSUM/A fraternity, the public, and peace guarantors,

This statement serves to categorically refute the false and misleading reports alleging that Hon. Denay Jock Chagor, Chairman and Commander-in-Chief of the South Sudan United Movement/Army (SSUM/A), has withdrawn from the Revitalized Peace Agreement (R-ARCSS). These claims, propagated by detractors and enemies of peace, are baseless and aimed at undermining the peace process.

Hon. Denay Jock Chagor remains fully committed to the implementation of the Revitalized Peace Agreement. He continues to work closely with H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit in Juba to address the pressing challenges facing the nation and to uphold the principles of peace and stability.

We urge all SSUM/A forces stationed at various cantonment sites across the country, as well as our members within South Sudan and in the diaspora, to remain steadfast in their patriotic duties. We implore you to dismiss these unfounded allegations as mere fabrications designed to destabilize and weaken the peace process.

The South Sudan United Movement remains dedicated to fostering lasting peace and stability in our nation. We call upon all peace-loving citizens and stakeholders to continue supporting the full implementation of the peace agreement.
Hon. Denay Jock Chagor is currently in Juba.

My Best,
Wany Bum Makhor (MP). Interim Secretary-General,
South Sudan United Movement (SSUM). [email protected].

07/03/2025

Breaking news caution⚠️
The president Salva kiir Mayardit relieved the governor of Jonglei State Mahjoub Biel Turuk and was replaced with Hon. Dr. Riek G*i Kok as the new governor of the state

28/02/2025

Refugees protest in Kakuma Refugee Camp Kenya due to following:
1- Reduction of food
2- Shortage of water
3- Payment in school
4- Poor health services
5- They don't want integration

Credit Deng Goch.

13/02/2025

The Mayor of Bor Municipality has called for calm among the residents of Bor town. Jacob Achiek Machar clarified that the heavy gunfire sounds heard earlier were the result of an armoury catching fire at the Malual Chat Military Barracks in Bor.

He reassured the public that the situation was under control and urged the community to remain peaceful.

More updates will follow.....

10/02/2025

Kiir fires vice presidents Wani, Abdelbagi in major shake-up amid succession talk

South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dismissed two vice presidents and several high-ranking officials in a sweeping cabinet reshuffle, fueling speculation about his political future and potential succession plans.

The move comes amid growing rumors about Kiir’s health and his possible replacement by businessman Benjamin Bol Mel, a native of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, who was appointed vice president in the latest shake-up.

In a series of presidential decrees read on the state-owned South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC) on Monday night, Kiir removed Vice Presidents James Wani Igga and Hussein Abdelbagi Akol from their positions. Wani, the country’s longest-serving vice president, was replaced by Bol Mel, a prominent businessman and former presidential envoy.

A close ally of Kiir, Wani was first appointed vice president in August 2013, replacing opposition leader Riek Machar, who now serves as First Vice President under the 2018 revitalized peace agreement. He was representing Kiir’s SPLM faction in the presidency.

Abdelbagi, leader of the South Sudan Patriotic Movement (SSPM), was appointed to the position in 2020 as part of the revitalized peace deal. He was replaced by Josephine Lago Yanga, chairperson of the South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) and former minister of agriculture. Kiir then named Abdelbagi as the new minister of agriculture.

Abdelbagi’s dismissal follows months of internal power struggles within the SSOA. Lago, the SSOA chairperson, had previously urged Kiir to replace Abdelbagi as the alliance’s representative in the collegial presidency, as stipulated in the 2018 revitalized peace agreement sparking internal power wrangle.

The reshuffle extended beyond the vice presidency. Kiir dismissed Tut Gatluak Manimeh, the presidential envoy for the Middle East, and appointed him as South Sudan’s ambassador to Kuwait. Gatluak, who previously served as Kiir’s security advisor, was only appointed to the Middle East envoy role last month.

In another significant move, Kiir removed Peter Lam Both as secretary-general of the SPLM party and appointed James Wani Igga as his replacement. Wani’s new role marks a shift from his previous position as vice president.

The president also dismissed Akech Tong Aleu, the recently appointed director-general of the Internal Security Bureau (ISB) of the National Security Service (NSS). Tong, who took office in October 2024 after the removal of long-time ISB chief Akol Koor Kuc, was replaced by Charles Chiech Mayor, the deputy director-general for administration and finance, who will act in the role until a permanent appointment is made.

The reshuffle also saw the removal of Western Equatoria State Governor Alfred Futuyo and Health Minister Yolanda Awel Deng, both members of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) led by First Vice President Riek Machar. It remains unclear whether their dismissals were made at Machar’s request.

The cabinet changes come amid persistent rumors about Kiir’s health and his potential resignation. Speculation started to intensify in December 2022 when the president appeared to experience a health episode during a public event in Juba.

Since then, there has been widespread speculation that Kiir is preparing Bol Mel, a trusted confidant, as his successor.

The reshuffle also follows Kiir’s recent return from a working visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where discussions reportedly focused on economic partnerships. The timing of the dismissals has raised questions about whether Kiir is consolidating power or laying the groundwork for a leadership transition.

Kiir has a history of frequent cabinet reshuffles, often without clear explanations. In 2024, he removed an executive director just days after appointing them, highlighting his unpredictable approach to governance.

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10/02/2025

Pibor’s schools on the brink as teachers’ shortage crimples education.

Pibor_Authorities in Greater Pibor Administrative Area reported that the state is facing severe educational crisis marked by a long-lasting shortage of qualified teachers and a struggling school system.

Minister for education in greater Pibor administrative area, Gabriel Ngamakori, said the dire situation leaves limitless children without access to quality education in the area.

He added that the poor education system is dimming the prospects for a brighter future and hindering the young ones in the region's overall development.

Ngamakori added that few teachers who brave the challenging conditions in Greater Pibor are often overwhelmed, juggling multiple subjects and age groups with limited resources.

“The most difficult factor here is the shortage of teachers more specially in the secondary school because we have few teachers in the primary education. Th problem is science subject teachers” said Ngamakori.

He emphasized that many schools operate with far fewer staff than required, forcing teachers to stretch themselves thin and impacting the quality of instruction.

He added that school enrolment is high in first term citing that the number reduces in other last two terms.

“Enrolment in the first term is very high but when you come to second term and final term you see that the number of the pupils is dropping and we are trying to find out what is the factor that led school dropout” said Ngamakori.

Minister Ngamakori added that most of the schools in the area are not operational adding that only two schools operating in Pochalla and Pibor centre.

He further added that the scarcity of educators in the area is compounded by factors like inadequate teacher training, delay of the teacher’s salary arears, poor infrastructure, and ongoing insecurity, creating a complex web of challenges that threaten the future of education in the state.

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10/02/2025

Deputy governor Atong appeals for lifting of suspended minister Ruk.

The deputy Governor Atong Kuol Manyang Juuk has appealed to the governor Mahjoub Biel Turuk for the lifting of the suspension of Isaac Memer Ruk, the Minister of housing, land and Public Utilities.

Minister Ruk was suspended and placed under house arrest on 22nd January accusing Ruk of playing a role in the protest that led to the looting of Sudanese owned shops following the killing of South Sudanese nationals by Sudanese armed forces in Wad Madeni, Sudan.

In a letter addressed the state governor Mahjoub, Jonglei state chairperson of the Sudan people’s liberation Movement and the Deputy governor Jonglei state, Atong Kuol Manyang stated that state governor Mahjoub suspended minister with out any consultation from his party.

11/12/2024

Breaking News!

Maker Thiong Maal, national MP and father of journalist Maal Maker Thiong, passes away

Maker Thiong Maal, a member of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly representing Bor County, has passed away.

In addition to his role in parliament, Maker Thiong Maal previously served as governor of Jonglei State during the era of the 28 states system.

He is remembered not only for his contributions to public service but also as the father of renowned journalist Maal Maker Thiong.

Credit: Hot in juba.

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