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Your go-to place for latest news on South Sudan & the world. A publication of Eight Seven Group. 1: Who are we? Talk of Juba publishes content on a daily basis.
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Talk of Juba is a South Sudanese nonprofit youth media organisation that aims to inform and educate South Sudan citizens of today and tomorrow. We provide context, analysis and multiple perspectives on world news, politics, economics, business and culture. We have a crowdsourced journalism model that combines a wide funnel with a strong filter. This means that while anyone can write for us, every

article we publish has to meet our editorial guidelines. We have contributors from all over the country, including academics and eminent professionals, journalists and students. Our audience is global and Google tells us that it comes from more than 30 countries or territories.

2: What do we do? Our focus is on issues that really matter to South Sudan, be it environmental challenges or scientific innovations, economic trends or political developments, humanitarian crises or social movements. We publish a unique “360°” analysis that delves deep into an issue. It places the topic in context and then elicits many views on it. Our premise is that everyone has a bias and all of us have blindsides, but when we come together, we have a better approximation of the truth. Our mission is to inform and to educate. Therefore, we produce in-depth reports, publications and videos on various issues. Our reports and publications are meant for the public and are of particular use to policy analysts, business professionals and students. We send our editors to organise discussions and give lectures in schools, colleges and universities around South Sudan.

18/07/2025

Two Young Men Beaten After Stealing Peanut Paste in Haitarawa

Two young men were severely beaten by local youths in Haitarawa on Thursday morning after they were caught stealing a small bucket of peanut paste from an elderly woman’s stall.

Witnesses say the thieves were quickly surrounded and attacked by angry residents who were outraged that the young men had targeted an old woman believed to be in her 60s. The woman, visibly upset, shouted at the suspects in public, asking why they would steal from someone who is struggling to make a living.

The stolen peanut paste was reportedly worth SSP 10,000. Although the value was not high, the incident sparked strong emotions among locals. A good Samaritan eventually stepped in to stop the beating, and the suspects were released.

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18/07/2025

Francis Amin Michael to Run for South Sudan Football Presidency Again

Francis Amin Michael, the former president of the South Sudan Football Association, has announced that he will run for the SSFA presidency again for the 2025 to 2029 term.

16/07/2025

South Sudan remains on the U.S. Department of State’s Level 4 “Do Not Travel” advisory as of March 8, 2025. The advisory warns against visiting due to serious dangers such as armed conflict, violent crime, and kidnapping

15/07/2025

President Salva Kiir Swears In New SPLM Secretary General

JUBA – President Salva Kiir Mayardit today swore in the new Secretary General of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), Professor Paul Logali Jumi.

The swearing-in ceremony took place at the SPLM House in Juba.

Prof. Jumi was recently appointed to the position. During the event, he officially took the oath of office in front of President Kiir and other SPLM leaders.

The SPLM is the ruling party in South Sudan. The Secretary General is an important position, helping to lead and organize the party.

President Kiir congratulated Prof. Jumi and wished him success in his new role.

14/07/2025

Chelsea Win 2025 Club World Cup – Make History as First Champions of New Format

Chelsea have been crowned champions of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, becoming the first team ever to win the tournament under its new format.

The London club defeated top teams from around the world to claim the title, showing their strength on the global stage.

With this victory, Chelsea have made history and now stand as one of the biggest clubs in world football.

💙👑 Chelsea are the champions of the world! 💙👑

13/07/2025

South Sudanese basketball rookie Khaman Maluach made a strong start in his NBA Summer League debut on Saturday, playing for the Phoenix Suns against the Washington Wizards. The 18-year-old center impressed fans with his skill and confidence, scoring 14 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and blocking 2 shots.

Maluach’s performance helped the Suns secure a 103-84 win, giving him both a successful debut and his first victory in the summer league. His showing has sparked excitement about his potential in the NBA.

13/07/2025

International Rankings of African Teams Ahead of AfroBasket in Angola

As the AfroBasket tournament gets ready to tip off in Angola, here are the latest global rankings of the top African national basketball teams:
• South Sudan leads all African teams, ranked 23rd in the world.
• Côte d’Ivoire follows, holding the 31st spot globally.
• Angola, the host nation, is ranked 33rd in the world.
• Tunisia is placed at 36th on the global list.
• Egypt holds the 38th position worldwide.
• Nigeria comes in at 42nd in the world.

These rankings highlight the competitive level of African basketball on the international stage.

12/07/2025

Food Cuts Hit Kakuma Refugee Camp

Nearly 300,000 refugees in Kakuma Refugee Camp are facing major food cuts, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) has announced. Many of those affected are South Sudanese. The new food plan for August 2025 shows that some people will get as little as 95 grams of cereal per day. In total, some refugees will receive only 135 to 258 grams of food each day.

These cuts are happening because aid groups, including UNHCR, have less money to help. A freeze in funding that started during Donald Trump’s time as U.S. president has made it harder to support refugee camps like Kakuma. As a result, there is not enough food for everyone.

The food cuts are expected to make life even harder for people in the camp, who depend fully on aid to survive. Refugee supporters say the reduced food will lead to more hunger and suffering. They are calling for urgent help to stop the crisis from getting worse.

11/07/2025

Digitel Independence Marathon Unites South Sudan in Celebration

Hundreds of people from across South Sudan came together in Juba for the Digitel Independence Marathon 2025 to celebrate the country’s 14th Independence Day. The event, held under the theme “Celebrate the Independence of South Sudan,” brought together children, youth, and adults in a show of unity through sport. With cheering crowds and high energy, the marathon was a joyful celebration of freedom and peace.

The race featured several categories, including boys, girls, kids under 10, men, and women. Dominic Oiero won the boys’ race, while Rebecca Nyanduor led the girls’ category. In the under-10 group, young Deng Deng Angok impressed everyone by finishing first. Yonas Emadashan won the men’s race, and Elizabeth Ngang Daniel came first in the women’s division. All the races showed strong competition and great talent from around the country.

Leaders praised the event for bringing people together. Coach Joseph Ramandan said he was proud of the athletes’ discipline and passion. Majok Ayii, President of the South Sudan Athletics Federation, said the marathon was a symbol of the country’s strength and unity. He added that events like this help to show the world South Sudan’s resilience and spirit.

11/07/2025

UAP to Leave South Sudan After Years of Operation

UAP, a well-known insurance company from Kenya, has announced it will stop doing business in South Sudan. The company has been operating there since 2006, shortly after the country signed a peace deal. UAP was the first big insurance provider in South Sudan and played an important role in the country’s early development.

One of UAP’s major achievements was building the UAP Equatoria Tower in Juba, which it owns together with the Central Equatoria state government. This tower is the tallest building in South Sudan and became a symbol of growth and investment during more stable times.

However, UAP has faced serious financial problems in recent years. The country’s economy has continued to struggle, and this has caused the company to lose money. Because of this, UAP has decided to leave the South Sudan market, although it will continue operating in other countries across East Africa.

10/07/2025

Gen-Ngeu Win First Tonj Super League Title After Beating Jurkatach FC

Gen-Ngeu Football Club are the champions of the first Tonj Super League. They won the title after beating Jurkatach FC in the final match played in Juba on Thursday, 10th July 2025. The game was exciting, and many fans came to watch.

This win is very special because it is the first time the Tonj Super League has been held. Gen-Ngeu worked hard throughout the tournament and showed strong teamwork and good football skills. Their performance in the final match helped them take home the trophy.

After the final whistle, Gen-Ngeu players celebrated with their fans. There was singing, dancing, and cheering as they lifted the trophy. Supporters from Tonj were very happy to see their team win such an important title.

The Tonj Super League aims to promote local football and bring young talent into the spotlight. With Gen-Ngeu’s victory, the league has ended on a high note, and fans are already looking forward to next season.

08/07/2025

South Sudan Rugby Team Seeks Support to Grow the Sport

A group of South Sudanese rugby players has started a team called the Juba Eagles Rugby Club to help grow the sport in the country. The players, who returned home in 2022, say their dream is to create a national rugby team and represent South Sudan in international competitions. Team captain Maivy Andrew says they want to give young people hope and new chances through rugby.

The Juba Eagles have already taken part in two tournaments in Uganda. In their latest competition, the Gorilla 7s in Kabale, they finished 5th out of 12 teams and beat Rwanda’s top side, the Lions Fer. Maivy says the team is proud of how far they’ve come and believes this is just the beginning.

Now, the Juba Eagles are asking for support from the public, sports organizations, and the media. They want more people in South Sudan to know about rugby and help the team reach their goal of playing for the country one day. “We are committed to making rugby grow in South Sudan,” said Maivy.

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