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Madinna Juba News, Juba, Juba (2026)

16/08/2026

Salary Is a Right, Not a Political Bargaining Chip

Let’s start with you, Hon. The way you framed this whole thing is embarrassing. Begging for your salary by threatening to withhold your vote and chanting “SPLM Oyee” like it’s a coupon code? That’s not advocacy. That’s political poverty. It’s shallow, desperate, and honestly, an insult to every citizen who understands what a job and a government are supposed to be.

Salary is not a thank-you gift from the President. It’s not a reward you get after you clap loud enough or shout the party slogan three times. It’s not “Salva Kiir will pay you if you love him more this month.”

If you are a government employee, your salary is a right. Full stop. You earned it by showing up, by filing those files, by teaching those kids, by guarding that gate, by treating patients. The government owes you that money because the law and your contract say so — not because you promised to vote, not because you wore the right t-shirt, and definitely not because you performed “Oyee” at a rally.

And can we talk about this new negotiation tactic? “No elections. No Oyee. Until you pay us.” Hon, elections are not your personal Netflix subscription that you can cancel when the WiFi is bad. They are a constitutional process. They belong to 11 million South Sudanese, not to one group of unpaid workers trying to trade their civic duty for two months of arrears. Reducing a national crisis to “pay me and I’ll chant for you” is not strength. It’s a fire sale of citizenship.

Yes, it is unacceptable that people have gone 2 years without pay. That is a governance failure, and the people responsible should be in court, not on a podium. Be angry about that. Demand accountability. March. Write. Sue. But do it with dignity.

A citizen with self-respect says: “Pay us because we worked. Pay us because you are obligated by law.”
A political beggar says: “Pay us and then we will Oyee for you.”

See the difference?

Salary is a right.
A vote is a right.
Political support is a choice.

None of them should be bartered like tomatoes in Konyo Konyo market.

So stop auctioning your vote to get your salary. And stop letting leaders who think government is a kiosk train you to do it.

10/08/2026

The Juba Top Scammers, aka the Big Boys in the Oil Sector, at Their Best Practicing Sycophancy

NILEPET Managing Director Emmanuel Athiei Ayual and Undersecretary Santino Ayuel Longar used a large amount of public funds to travel to Nairobi to visit Electoral Commission Secretary-General Gabriel Bol Deng, who is in Nairobi for medical treatment of a claimed leg injury which many people described as a political injury being used to waste public money in South Sudan Electoral Commission.

Their visit to Secretary-General Gabriel Bol Deng is presented as a demonstration to President Kiir's family that they are the ones funding the December 2026 elections so that President Kiir Mayardit will keep them in their positions for supporting his re-election.

This photo clearly shows that they want to break the ice by indirectly appealing to President Kiir and the Awan Muorkwau community's privatized government to spare them during the upcoming changes in many government institutions.

Is this not a blatant display of sycophantic behavior flourishing in the Republic of South Sudan?

Madinna Juba News

08/08/2026

Breaking News: National Nepotism and Corruption in NILEPET Under MD Emmanuel Athiei

NILEPET Managing Director Emmanuel Athiei Ayual replaced all secondees to GPOC with officials from President Kiir’s home state of Warrap.

The move has sparked an outcry among disadvantaged communities, who are calling on the President to intervene.

A source within NILEPET, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that Bol Saeed, Chief of Protocol in the Office of the Managing Director, disclosed that the Warrap officials were seconded to GPOC based on a letter from the Office of the President.

However, he did not indicate whether the letter was signed by President Kiir himself or by another official in the Office of the President.

Stay tuned as we gather more information.

04/08/2026

Hon. Deng Alor Kuol Reveals Hidden Truth Behind President Kiir's Political Turmoil

In a candid revelation from Juba several months ago, days after the removal and subsequent arrest of former Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, former government official Hon. Deng Alor Kuol exposed what he describes as a calculated strategy behind the recent wave of arrests targeting senior South Sudanese officials. Speaking from what appeared to be deep frustration, Deng shared insights into what he believes is President Salva Kiir's hidden agenda to consolidate power.

According to Deng, the recent dismissal, aided by the recent arrest of former CMI General Stephen Marshall and other senior officials, is not a random scenario that occurred without plan. He pointed specifically to the humiliation of Dr Benjamin Bol Mel, the former Vice President, who was Relieved, stripped of his ranks, and demoted from his position to an ordinary citizen, as evidence of a broader plan. "This humiliation of Bol Mel, his dismissal and demotion to zero ranks, and his arrest won't end there," Deng warned.

Deng Alor revealed that a group of individuals has successfully positioned themselves as Kiir's most loyal supporters while secretly working against him. These individuals, coming from various ethnic backgrounds including Dinka, Nuer, Shilluk, and Equatorians, have cleverly designed a dangerous policy. Their goal appears to be twofold: first, to eliminate senior officials who might challenge Kiir's authority, and second, to ultimately dismantle what Deng refers to as Kiir's "privatized government."

The strategy, as explained by Deng Alor, involves systematically removing capable senior officials from the security sector and the ruling party's political bureau. These officials, who are not blindly loyal to Kiir, face three possible outcomes: being killed, stripped of their power and wealth, or forced into permanent exile. This approach would create vacant positions that junior officials, those willing to follow Kiir without question, could fill.

Deng argues that this policy serves two purposes. It maintains Kiir's hold on power during his lifetime and potentially paves the way for a family member to succeed him after his death. By eliminating those with seniority and historical influence, Kiir removes obstacles to his unilateral decisions and actions.

However, Deng cautioned that this strategy carries significant risks. As more officials become targeted, they may unite in opposition, potentially overwhelming Kiir's government. If the regime falls, Deng predicts that those who initiated this policy will quickly switch sides, presenting evidence that they were actually working to help Kiir exit power.

This revelation by Deng Alor Kuol paints a picture of a government in turmoil, where loyalty takes precedence over competence, and where senior officials live under constant threat of arrest or worse. The coming days will likely reveal whether his predictions prove accurate.

01/08/2026

IS IT AN OFFENCE FOR A SOUTH SUDANESE TO EXPRESS AN OPINION ABOUT ABYEI?

By Mabek Monydhar Chol, Student of Master in International Relations, University of Juba.

A few days ago, several prominent South Sudanese intellectuals, including General Gregory Vasilis, General Chol Michael Maker, Dr. Riak Gok, Michael Wetnhialic, activist Kijana Ali, Galactic Purist, and other concerned citizens—published articles outlining their view that Abyei remains part of Sudan. They also respectfully encouraged the Ngok Dinka to reconcile their differing positions on the final status of Abyei, including those who support its continued affiliation with Sudan, those who advocate for its joining South Sudan, and those who favour an independent Abyei separate from both Sudans.

Instead of engaging with the substance of these arguments, some members of the Ngok Dinka community responded with personal attacks and, in some instances, issued threats of retaliation. Others questioned the legitimacy of non-Abyei South Sudanese citizens expressing views on the matter.

The following outlines why I believe every South Sudanese citizen has the right to express an opinion on the Abyei question.

1. Abyei is a national issue, not merely a local one.

As is widely known, Abyei was transferred from Bahr El Ghazal to Kordofan in 1905 and remained under the administrative boundaries of Kordofan as of January 1, 1956, which later served as a key reference point in South Sudan’s independence in July 2011.

During both the First Sudanese Civil War (1955–1972) and the Second Sudanese Civil War (1983–2005), the Southern liberation movements consistently advocated for the people of Abyei to be granted the right to determine whether they wished to remain in the North or join the South.

Both the Addis Ababa Agreement of 1972 and the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) of 2005 provided for a referendum to allow the people of Abyei to decide whether to remain in Sudan or join South Sudan. However, the Ngok Dinka, the Misseriya, Sudan, and South Sudan were unable to reach consensus on the precise boundaries of the Ngok and Misseriya areas and couldn't agree on voter eligibility for Abyei referendum.

Given that South Sudan is a party to this unresolved dispute, including the ongoing land disputes between the Ngok Dinka on one hand and the Northern Bhar El Ghazal, Warrap, Unity States, and Ruweng Administrative Area, South Sudanese citizens have a legitimate interest and right to express their views on the aforementioned issues/disputes.

2. The disputes surrounding Abyei have repeatedly escalated into armed clashes, resulting in significant loss of life, including South Sudanese citizens and members of our own families. The disputes have also strained relations between neighbouring communities and undermined national peace and security.

In light of these consequences, it is difficult to argue that South Sudanese citizens should remain silent on issues relating to Abyei. When a matter has resulted in loss of life, consumed national resources, and continues to pose a threat to peace and stability, every citizen has a legitimate stake in contributing to the discussion of possible solutions.

Expressing an opinion on such matters should not be treated as an offence. Citizens have the right to participate in public discourse on issues of national importance. Whether the discussion concerns the history, legal status of Abyei or land claims, the related disagreements should be addressed through respectful dialogue, reasoned argument, and evidence-based engagement—not through personal attacks, intimidation, or threats.

Abyei remains a matter of significant importance to both Sudan and South Sudan. Achieving lasting peace will require open dialogue, mutual respect, and a willingness to engage constructively with differing perspectives. No South Sudanese citizen should be denied the right to express a peaceful opinion on an issue that is threatening peaceful coexistence.

27/07/2026

BREAKING: Private Secretary Brig. Akol Santo Leaked December 2026 Polls Will Be ‘Presidential Election Only’, Says Other Races Delayed to 2027.

By the Kapital Press

Brig. Gen. Akol Santo, during a discussion with his friend, the Finance Minister, Hon. Kuol Ayuolo, on Sunday, said that the planned December 2026 elections will be strictly a presidential election, emphasising a need for the Ministry of Finance to ensure enough budget to cater for the presidential exercise, although it is not yet publicised.

Akol said the reason the President opted to hold only a presidential election is that there are insufficient funds to cover other elections and to gain legitimacy to scrap all unnecessary Vice President’s seats.

According to Akol Santo, elections for State Governors, Members of Parliament, County Commissioners, and other positions will instead be held in December 2027 after the presidential election is successfully held.

27/07/2026

Environment Minister Mabior Garang Hospitalised After Blood Pressure Spikes to 170/130

South Sudan's Minister of Environment and Forestry, Mabior Garang de Mabior, has been admitted to hospital after suffering an irregular heartbeat that persisted for several weeks.

According to the minister, medical examinations revealed that his blood pressure had risen to 170/130, prompting doctors to admit him for close observation and further evaluation.

Mabior has since undergone a series of diagnostic procedures, including heart scans, an electrocardiogram (ECG), a chest X-ray, multiple ultrasound examinations, and comprehensive blood tests. He is also wearing a 24-hour Holter monitor to assess his heart rhythm.

A team of specialists in cardiology, rheumatology, neurology, and ophthalmology is expected to review his condition before the full medical findings are released.

The minister disclosed that he has been receiving treatment for a long-term illness since 2018. Despite the current health scare, he said his condition has significantly improved and expressed confidence in his recovery.

"I remain in high spirits, and I have every confidence that all is well," Mabior wrote.

27/07/2026

HANDING OVER THE BLOODY ABYEI FILE TO HON. ADUT SALVA KIIR MAYARDIT

During the Ngok Dinka consultative meeting held in Juba on 25th July 2026, the Abyei Chief Administrator, Justice Charles Wuor Abyei, reportedly informed members of the Ngok Dinka community that he had recommended to President Salva Kiir that Hon. Adut Salva Kiir be appointed as Chairperson of the Committee on the Final Status of Abyei, replacing Hon. Tut Gatluak.

The Abyei Eye page reported the consultative meeting.

From a protocol perspective, it may be considered inappropriate for a junior official to publicly announce that he has recommended the appointment of a senior official, even if such a recommendation was made.

At the time of writing, there has been no public statement from the Office of the Senior Presidential Envoy on Special Programmes confirming or denying the reported recommendation. It also remains unclear whether Hon. Adut Salva Kiir would consider it politically appropriate to assume responsibility for the Abyei file, given its complexity and sensitivity.

The Ngok Dinka of Abyei are involved in land disputes with several neighbouring communities which extend beyond the well-known Ngok Dinka–Misseriya dispute and also involve neighbouring communities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Warrap State, Unity State, and the Ruweng Administrative Area.

If Hon. Adut Salva Kiir were to accept responsibility for the Abyei file and focus primarily on resolving the 121-year land dispute between the Ngok Dinka and the Misseriya of Kordofan while giving less attention to the other unresolved disputes involving neighbouring South Sudanese communities, several political consequences could arise.

These may include:

1. Some affected communities in South Sudan may reconsider the level of their political support and engagement with Hon. Adut Salva Kiir.
2. The sons and daughters of those affected communities who are appointed to the Abyei Final Status committee may decline to participate if the concerns of their communities are not addressed on an equal basis.

A durable and equitable settlement of the land disputes requires an inclusive approach that gives balanced consideration to the concerns of all affected communities. Addressing only one aspect of the broader dispute risks undermining confidence in the process and making a comprehensive resolution more difficult to reach.

16/07/2026

INTERIOR MINISTER GEN. ALEU AYIENY RETURNS TO JUBA AFTER DIPLOMATIC VISIT TO KENYA

July, Thursday,16th 2026- The Minister of Interior, Gen. Aleu Ayieny Aleu, and his accompanying delegation have returned to Juba following a diplomatic visit to Nairobi, Kenya, where they held a bilateral meeting with Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, Hon. Onesimus Kipchumba Murkomen, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 ahead of General elections scheduled for December 2026 .

During the meeting, the two officials between two countries discussed on how to strengthening long-standing historic cooperation on border security, immigration management, and regional stability.

According to Interior minister upon his arrival to Juba this morning, he briefed the media, saying that the talks focused on enhancing collaboration on issues of mutual interest between the two neighboring countries.

Gen. Aleu Ayieny and Hon. Murkomen emphasized the importance of stronger coordination in managing the shared border and improving immigration processes to facilitate the smooth movement of people and goods.

The meeting reflects the continued commitment of South Sudan and Kenya to deepen bilateral relations, promote regional stability, and strengthen cross-border cooperation for the benefit of citizens of both countries.

Source: Minister's Office Press Unit

16/07/2026

One Cargo of Crude Oil: A Practical Solution for Lasting Peace in Tonj

By Salva Marach Kon Awet

The recurring conflicts in Tonj have claimed countless lives, destroyed property, displaced families, and deepened divisions among communities. Instead of allowing these conflicts to continue, one cargo of crude oil could be strategically allocated as a peace resource to address the root causes and support lasting reconciliation.

The proceeds from one cargo of crude oil could be used to:

1. Compensate families who lost their loved ones during the conflicts, providing support and promoting reconciliation.

2. Compensate cattle owners whose cows were raided by either side during the conflicts, helping restore livelihoods and reduce the desire for revenge.

3. Rebuild homes that were burned or destroyed, enabling affected families to return to normal life with dignity.

4. Purchase fi****ms from Gelweng through a voluntary buy-back program as a practical and peaceful approach to civilian disarmament, reducing the number of weapons in circulation while respecting the economic realities of those surrendering them.

5. Support the justice system by paying judges, investigators, and police officers responsible for investigating unresolved cases and fairly settling disputes that have fueled long-standing conflicts among communities.

6. Train and deploy community police across all areas where disarmament is taking place. These officers would protect the lives, cattle, and property of communities that have surrendered their weapons. One of the most common concerns raised by many Gelweng is that they carry guns because they believe no one is available to protect them, their livestock, and their resources from attacks by their enemies. A trusted and effective community policing system can help address these security concerns and build confidence in peaceful disarmament.

7. Finance other unforeseen peacebuilding activities that may arise during the reconciliation, disarmament, and recovery process to ensure the sustainability of peace efforts.

A well-managed investment of this nature has the potential to transform conflict into reconciliation, replace fear with security, and lay a stronger foundation for lasting peace and development in Tonj. Peace is not only achieved by disarming people, it is sustained by justice, security, compensation for losses, and restoring trust among communities.

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