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President Kiir has returned to Juba after attending the 25th East African Community summit in Arusha, Tanzania. During t...
01/12/2024

President Kiir has returned to Juba after attending the 25th East African Community summit in Arusha, Tanzania. During the event, Kiir handed over the leadership of the EAC to Kenyan President William Ruto.

BREAKING NEWS: Kenyan President William Ruto Elected Chairman of the East African CommunityIn a significant development,...
30/11/2024

BREAKING NEWS: Kenyan President William Ruto Elected Chairman of the East African Community

In a significant development, Kenyan President William Ruto has been elected as the new Chairman of the East African Community (EAC), succeeding South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit, who held the position since November 2023.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which was expected to take over the EAC chairmanship, opted to abstain from the role amid ongoing tensions with Rwanda and Kenya. This decision paved the way for Ruto to assume leadership of the regional bloc.

Kiir attends EAC summit in ArushaPresident Salva Kiir has traveled to Arusha, Tanzania, for the 24th EAC Heads of State ...
30/11/2024

Kiir attends EAC summit in Arusha

President Salva Kiir has traveled to Arusha, Tanzania, for the 24th EAC Heads of State Summit, where he will hand over the bloc’s leadership.

The summit, marking the EAC’s 25th anniversary, focuses on regional peace, economic resilience, and drafting a political federation constitution.

JUST IN: President Salva Kiir delivers a message of reassurance about the country's security situation. ~Office of the P...
28/11/2024

JUST IN: President Salva Kiir delivers a message of reassurance about the country's security situation.

~Office of the President.!

Reassurance on the Security Situation in JubaThe Office of the President would like to reassure the public that the secu...
26/11/2024

Reassurance on the Security Situation in Juba

The Office of the President would like to reassure the public that the security situation in the capital, Juba, remains calm and peaceful. As you may have heard earlier from the Spokeperson of South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), the rumors of tension within the military headquarters are baseless and untrue.

We strongly urge all citizens to ignore any misinformation or unverified reports suggesting unrest. Such rumors are not only false but are fabricated to create unnecessary panic and disrupt the peace and normalcy in the city.

We encourage the public to go about their daily activities with confidence and to rely only on credible sources of information such as police and the army.

Lily Adhieu Martin Manyiel
Press Secretary
Office of the President .

ARMY DENIES REPORTED TENSION IN BILPHAMThe South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) have refuted online claims sugges...
26/11/2024

ARMY DENIES REPORTED TENSION IN BILPHAM

The South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) have refuted online claims suggesting that Military Intelligence (MI) Chief, General Stephen Marshall, was suspended by the Chief of Defense Forces, General Santino Deng Wol.

According to the circulating rumors, tensions allegedly arose near the military headquarters in Bilpam and the Newsite residential areas after General Marshall reportedly defied an order suspending him in connection with an attempted assassination of former spymaster, General Akol Koor Kuc.

However, SSPDF spokesperson, Maj. Gen. L*l Ruai Koang, dismissed the reports as entirely fabricated.

“General Stephen Marshall has neither been suspended nor detained. Moreover, there is no tension in Newsite or Bilpam related to this baseless claim. These are unfounded rumors being spread by individuals seeking to incite chaos,” Koang clarified during an interview.

~Eye radio.

Juba, South Sudan – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on candidates aspiring to run in South Sudan’s 2026 general...
26/11/2024

Juba, South Sudan – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on candidates aspiring to run in South Sudan’s 2026 general elections to begin preparing immediately, emphasizing the urgency of the upcoming electoral cycle. Speaking at the opening of the 8th Governors Forum at Freedom Hall in Juba, the president reminded potential contenders that the two-year period leading up to the elections is fast approaching.

“I want to remind all those interested in contesting the elections that 24 months may seem like a short time,” President Kiir stated. “If you are not yet prepared, now is the time to begin your preparations.”

Kiir, who is set to be the SPLM's flagbearer for the 2026 presidential race, stressed the importance of readiness ahead of the country's next major electoral event.

The Minister of Youth and Sport, Joseph Geng Akech, on Monday presented the National Youth Development Policy 2024 to th...
26/11/2024

The Minister of Youth and Sport, Joseph Geng Akech, on Monday presented the National Youth Development Policy 2024 to the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), following its approval by the Council of Ministers.

Originally drafted in 2013, the policy aims to empower the nation’s youth, with a particular focus on peace and security. During his presentation, Minister Geng outlined the policy’s goal to reform the existing youth union, transitioning to the South Sudan National Youth Council in line with East African community practices. He emphasized that the policy had been developed with the collaboration of relevant ministries and various partners.

“The policy was prepared with input from a wide range of stakeholders, including the National Youth Policy Review Task Force, which comprises youth leaders from across the country, line ministries, development partners, and civil society organizations,” Minister Geng stated.

Geng noted that while the policy had been approved by the Council of Ministers, it was now time for the TNLA to deliberate on its contents. He explained that the House had previously suggested that the policy be returned to the Ministry of Youth and Sports for further review, particularly due to the recent division of the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports, which initially held the policy’s mandate.

“The Council further directed the Minister of Youth and Sports to present the policy to the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, which is what I am doing today,” Geng added.

The policy’s primary objective is to empower South Sudanese youth, who make up the majority of the population, by creating developmental programs. According to Geng, youth in South Sudan comprise approximately 72 percent of the population, meaning that for every 10 people, seven are youth. This underscores the need for strategic and ambitious youth empowerment initiatives.

“Therefore, the goal is to empower youth to contribute to the attainment of a peaceful and prosperous South Sudan, where all young men and women can fully develop their potential and actively participate in both economic and social activities,” Geng explained.

The presentation of the National Youth Development Policy comes shortly after the tabling of the Sports Financing Policy 2024, which aims to attract investment to support sports in the country. Minister Geng also noted that the youth development policy would encourage young people to engage in activities that nurture culture, sports, and the arts.

“The policy aims to promote youth participation, civic engagement, and initiatives that foster culture, arts, sports, and recreational skills,” Geng said, adding that it also proposes the establishment of an integrated, holistic, and coordinated framework for the development of young men and women.

President Salva Kiir Mayardit has officially approved the Financial and Appropriation Acts, making the budget for the 20...
25/11/2024

President Salva Kiir Mayardit has officially approved the Financial and Appropriation Acts, making the budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year official.

Northern Bahr el-Ghazal State Transitional Legislative Assembly resumed its sessions on Wednesday after a break of nearl...
25/11/2024

Northern Bahr el-Ghazal State Transitional Legislative Assembly resumed its sessions on Wednesday after a break of nearly eight months, the longest since its reconstitution in 2021.

The Congolese basketball team ended South Sudan's unbeaten run in overtime, winning 76-69 in the AfroBasket qualifiers. ...
24/11/2024

The Congolese basketball team ended South Sudan's unbeaten run in overtime, winning 76-69 in the AfroBasket qualifiers. South Sudan had not lost a game in the continent since August 2022.

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