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06/02/2026

NAS Leadership Should Issue a Public Apology to Lakes Media

By Lakes Media Management

Recent remarks made by NAS spokesperson Suba Samuel Manase during a press briefing on Clubhouse have raised serious concerns regarding professionalism, accountability, and respect for independent media institutions in South Sudan.

During the briefing, Mr. Manase reportedly described Lakes Media as a “government media” outlet and further alleged that the platform suffers from what he termed a “NAS-SPLM-IO phobia.” These accusations are both regrettable and misleading, especially given the absence of any evidence to support such claims.

Lakes Media categorically rejects these allegations. At no point has our media platform discussed or promoted the issues that Mr. Manase attributed to us. As an independent media institution committed to journalism, public discourse, and the free exchange of ideas, Lakes Media provides a platform for diverse opinions and perspectives without serving as a mouthpiece for any government, political party, or armed movement.

The role of the media in a democratic society is to inform the public, facilitate dialogue, and hold all actors accountable. When political spokespersons make unfounded accusations against media organizations, they risk undermining public trust in independent journalism and creating unnecessary tensions between the media and political stakeholders. Responsible leadership requires criticism to be grounded in facts, evidence, and fairness.

We therefore call upon the leadership of the National Salvation Front (NAS) to publicly clarify these remarks and issue an apology to Lakes Media. Such a step would demonstrate respect for media freedom, accountability in public communication, and a commitment to constructive engagement with journalists and media organizations.

Political disagreements should never become a justification for attacking media institutions that are carrying out their professional responsibilities. South Sudan’s democratic future depends on the existence of independent media capable of reporting freely and facilitating public discussion without intimidation, misrepresentation, or baseless accusations.

Lakes Media remains committed to its mission of serving the public through accurate reporting, open dialogue, and responsible journalism. We will continue to uphold these principles regardless of political pressure or unfair characterizations from any quarter.

Media freedom and responsible public discourse are essential pillars of peace, democracy, and national unity. We encourage all political actors to engage with the media in a manner that promotes mutual respect, transparency, and constructive debate for the benefit of the South Sudanese people.

06/01/2026

JUBA, JUNE 1, 2026 — The President of the Republic, His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit, has received updates on the general situation in Lakes Sate. The report presented by Governor Madhang Majok Meen highlighted the relative calm despite minor isolated incidents in parts of the state.

Source: Office of the President

05/26/2026

Hon. Stephen Lual: Briefs Parliament Speaker on Outcomes of Official Visits to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates

Monday, 25 May 2026

JUBA – Hon. Stephen Lual Ngor, Member of the Standing Specialized Committee on Foreign Relations and International Cooperation in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, has briefed Rt. Hon. Speaker Joseph Ngere Paciko on the outcomes of his official visits to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

The visit was undertaken within the framework of the diplomatic vision spearheaded by H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit, aimed at strengthening the Republic of South Sudan’s relations with sisterly and friendly nations, and further consolidating its political and economic presence at both regional and international levels.

The engagements included a series of high-level meetings and deliberations, in addition to the delivery of formal letters from Rt. Hon. Joseph Ngere Paciko, Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, to His Excellency Mr. Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council of the United Arab Emirates, and His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh, Speaker of the Shura Council of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations between the Republic of South Sudan and both the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as well as advancing parliamentary diplomacy, and expanding cooperation in trade, investment, and development, in a manner that serves mutual interests and reinforces bonds of friendship and collaboration among peoples and friendly nations.

Hon. Stephen Lual Ngor emphasized that the visits clearly reflected the growing stature of the Republic of South Sudan within its Arab and regional environment, under the wise leadership of H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit, whose policy prioritizes openness, balanced engagement, and mutually beneficial partnerships based on respect and shared interests.

He further noted that the meetings conveyed strong and positive signals of a genuine commitment to enhancing institutional and parliamentary cooperation, supporting peace, stability, and development efforts in South Sudan, and opening new horizons for economic and diplomatic integration toward a more stable and prosperous future.

05/24/2026

Ms. Asunta Aliet Majok Majok was among the students who graduated today from DMACC University in Des Moines, Iowa, USA 🇺🇸, under the School of Finance, Department of BSAD – Finance & Accounting, Class of 2026.

Asunta Aliet is the daughter of Mr. Valentino Majok Majok, the former SPLM Secretary in Wau and the recently appointed Community Leader of the Marial Wau Community.

The university is also recognized as one of the institutions where the late Dr. John Garang de Mabior pursued his Degree and Master’s studies.

Congratulations to Ms. Asunta Aliet Majok Majok on this outstanding academic achievement, and best wishes for her future success.

05/23/2026

President Omar el-Bashir was the caring president for the Sudanese people. He was called dictator, but he was delivering. Sudanese people are in regret now because of the so called democracy.

05/22/2026

AU-Backed Consultations in Tanzania: A Potential Turning Point or Another Missed Opportunity for South Sudan?

By Madit Majak | Political Analyst, South Sudan Eagle Media

The African Union-backed consultative meetings currently taking place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, represent an important diplomatic development in South Sudan’s prolonged search for peace and political stability. Led by former Tanzanian President and AU envoy on South Sudan, Jakaya Kikwete, the consultations come at a moment when implementation of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) appears increasingly stalled.

The inclusion of several opposition groups — including the United People’s Alliance (UPA), South Sudan Opposition Movements Alliance (SSOMA), Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-In Opposition (SPLM-IO), the People’s Coalition for Civil Action (PCCA), and the Federal Democratic Party — demonstrates an effort to broaden political engagement beyond traditional power-sharing arrangements.

The key question, however, is whether these consultations will translate into practical political outcomes or become another chapter in South Sudan’s long history of dialogue processes that generated expectations but delivered limited implementation.

South Sudan’s political crisis has frequently suffered from a recurring pattern: agreements are signed, institutions are created, timelines are extended, but implementation gaps remain. The 2018 revitalized peace agreement successfully reduced large-scale armed conflict and established transitional arrangements, yet many fundamental provisions continue to face delays. Security sector reforms, constitution-making processes, electoral preparations, and transitional justice mechanisms have remained incomplete.

This explains why many opposition groups are now emphasizing the need for a broader and more inclusive dialogue framework rather than simply preserving existing arrangements.

The concerns raised by opposition representatives in Tanzania reveal several important political realities. First, the demand for the release of political detainees suggests persistent concerns regarding political space and trust-building among stakeholders. Second, criticism over the government’s withdrawal from the Tumaini Initiative indicates growing frustrations regarding continuity in peace efforts. Third, calls for accountability for violations of previous agreements highlight longstanding concerns about enforcement mechanisms.

The participation of high-profile figures in the UPA delegation, including Pagan Amum, Paul Malong, and Oyai Deng Ajak, suggests that the AU is attempting to engage a broad range of political and military actors whose influence could affect the country’s stability.

Equally significant is the involvement of representatives linked to Riek Machar and SPLM-IO despite earlier misunderstandings regarding invitations. Their participation may indicate recognition that excluding major political actors risks undermining the legitimacy of any future process.

From a regional perspective, the AU appears to be adopting a listening approach before prescribing solutions. Kikwete’s earlier consultations in Juba with government officials and political parties, followed by discussions with opposition movements in Tanzania, suggest an attempt to build a comprehensive understanding of competing perspectives.

This approach matters because South Sudan’s challenges are no longer solely questions of armed conflict. They increasingly involve issues of governance, institutional legitimacy, political trust, and preparation for a possible electoral transition.

The AU C5 recommendation for elections in December 2026 introduces additional urgency. Elections in post-conflict environments require more than political announcements; they demand functioning institutions, security guarantees, legal frameworks, and confidence among political actors. Without these elements, elections risk becoming contested events rather than stabilizing milestones.

South Sudan now stands at an important political moment. The Tanzania consultations may provide an opportunity to reset dialogue and rebuild confidence among stakeholders. However, the ultimate success of these meetings will depend not on the number of participants around the table, but on whether discussions lead to concrete commitments and implementation.

History has shown that South Sudan does not suffer from a shortage of agreements. The greater challenge has often been transforming agreements into action.

As regional and international actors continue their engagement, many South Sudanese citizens will likely judge these initiatives not by diplomatic statements but by whether they contribute to lasting peace, stability, and improved governance.

The views expressed in this analysis are analytical perspectives intended to encourage discussion on political developments in South Sudan.

05/22/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.

𝖡𝗒: 𝖳𝗋. 𝖬𝖺𝗇𝖽𝖾𝗅𝖺 𝖬𝖺𝖼𝗂𝖾𝗄 𝖠𝗃𝗎𝗈𝗇𝗀

Our state is right to reap what it sowed. But shouldn’t sow what it fails to reap as well. The perspectives and factors that triggered the transfers or change of schools or teachers‚ whether they are bright or weak in the respective schools are humanly numerous . Some change the schools may be the student feel unsatisfactory with the teaching standards‚ may be the school is not conducive in terms of the environment‚ maybe the school lacks priorities in extra Co-cirrcula activities that a particular student he is gifted at skilfully and knowledgeably‚ at the family level‚ maybe the student has been offered Scholarship by the relative who sees Darling Wisdom as the best school to take the particular student further his her study in. Others change schools to different places for medical purposes since Job is a medical Centre for the country now. It can be hospitable for many. Conversely‚ their Transfer and recruitment to Darling must be parentally backed up‚ To mention a few.

As the Government of Lakes State: I remember in the Past two Years‚ Our Former Governor Rin Tueny Mabor Deng declared Education as our one Priiority at AGer Gum Primary School‚ our State minister Nelson Makoi Makur was there as the implementor‚ I believe it was not meant to be theoritical but rather to be practical although it turned out to be in impractical in action. This was the supposedly to be the mantle and blueprint to ensure quality services are rendered in the education sector. The failure to meet to the standards of quality education in Lakes‚ is not necesarily lack of Competent teachers that could teach well in schools‚ but lack of prioritzations for quality assurance in the State.

To put it bluntly‚ as an Education professional‚ During my meeting with Hon Nelson Makoi‚ i recommended the State Mocks Exam which shall be named as ‘‘ Pamke Mocks Examination’’ in the state for the Council of Ministers to adapt it as reform Memo. The notion behind is to be prelims for the National Examination and engage Students confidently for the National Examinations which I subsequently reiterated with formation of Teachers’ professional Union‚ a non political body to assist the Government on promotion of quality Education when the current Governor Maj. H. E Maj. Madhang Majok Meen called Lakes State State Holders' Governance Review Conference conducted in juba at Gold orchid.

As a professional Teacher and Son of Lakes State‚ none of lakes state citizen or indigenous would preferably wish other states or Schools to be ranked as the best performing schools than ours‚ but we can’t force them to do so when objectively fail to work towards the process that could make our brilliant feel comfortable in our States.

Last but not least; The purpose of education is not necessarily to compete with one another in one country‚ but rather to create impact for all South Sudanese.

Conclusively; I urge our State Minister of General Education and Instructions and Lakes State Government to priotize well to do payment for the state Teachers through Revenue collected resources in order to recruit and maintain qualified and Competent teachers‚ offer brilliant students scholarship to good schools instead of fighting to keep a few students at Schools‚ yet we can still create more brilliant students through quality teachers and students at Schools.

𝖳𝗁𝖾 𝖺𝗇𝖺𝗅𝗒𝗌𝗂𝗌 and Veracity 𝗉𝗈𝗌𝗂𝗍𝗌 𝗁𝖾𝗋𝖾 𝖺𝗋𝖾 𝗉𝗋𝗈𝖿𝖾𝗌𝗌𝗂𝗈𝗇𝖺𝗅𝗅𝗒 𝖻𝖺𝗌𝖾𝖽 𝖺𝗇𝖽 𝗇𝗈𝗇𝖾 𝗈𝖿 𝗂𝗍 𝗂𝗌 𝖺𝗍𝗍𝖺𝖼𝗁𝖾𝖽 𝗍𝗈 𝖯𝗈𝗅𝗂𝗍𝗂𝖼𝖺𝗅 𝖠𝖿𝖿𝗂𝗅𝗂𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇 𝗈𝗋 𝖲𝗈𝖼𝗂𝖺𝗅 𝖺𝖿𝖿𝗂𝗅𝗂𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇. 𝖳𝗁𝖾𝗒 𝖺𝗋𝖾 𝗉𝗎𝗋𝖾𝗅𝗒 𝗂𝗇𝗍𝖾𝗇𝖽𝖾𝖽 𝖿𝗈𝗋 𝖰𝗎𝖺𝗅𝗂𝗍𝗒 𝖤𝖽𝗎𝖼𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇 𝖺𝗌𝗌𝗎𝗋𝖺𝗇𝖼𝖾 𝗂𝗇 𝖫𝖺𝗄𝖾𝗌 𝖲𝗍𝖺𝗍𝖾.

05/21/2026

Good evening to our viewers and listeners across South Sudan and around the world. Welcome to Lakes Media, and South Sudan Eagle Media. I am your host, Madit Majak, and tonight we focus on an important and timely discussion surrounding the journey, impact, and future direction of one of the most significant movements in the history of South Sudan.

Our topic today is: “43 Years of SPLM/A: Reflecting on the Legacy, Struggles, and Future of South Sudan.”

In this discussion, we will examine three important areas. First, we will explore “The Legacy of SPLM/A: Understanding Its Historical Impact on South Sudan,” where we reflect on the role the movement played in shaping the political and social foundation of our nation.

Second, we will discuss “The Struggle of SPLM/A: The Long Journey Toward Freedom and Self-Determination,” focusing on the sacrifices, hardships, resilience, and determination of those who dedicated themselves to the liberation struggle.

And finally, we will look ahead and discuss “The Future of SPLM and South Sudan: Opportunities, Responsibilities, and National Vision,” examining the challenges and possibilities that lie ahead as South Sudan continues its journey of nation-building and development.

As we commemorate and reflect on this historical journey, we also ask important questions: What lessons have we learned from the past? What responsibilities do we carry today? And what future do we envision for generations yet to come?

Stay with us as we begin this important conversation

05/20/2026

Just in: EX Finance Minister Marial Dongrin Released From Blue House Detention

Former Finance Minister Hon. Dr. Marial Dongrin Ater has reportedly been released from Blue House detention and transferred to his residence under open arrest, according to family sources.

The family confirmed the development on Tuesday, saying the former minister is now staying at his home while remaining under government supervision.

No official statement has yet been issued regarding the conditions surrounding his release.

Credit: CVM

05/20/2026

Akanyjok Community Condemns Arrest of Member Linked to Government Critic Simon Dee

The leadership of the Akanyjok Community in Juba has condemned the alleged arrest of one of its members over family ties to outspoken government critic Simon Dee.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, the community expressed deep concern over the detention of Akot Yuel Akook, who was reportedly arrested because of his alleged familial relationship with the UK-based critic.

“The leadership of the Akanyjok Community in Juba expresses its deep concern and condemnation regarding the arrest of an innocent member of our community allegedly on the grounds that he is a relative of government critic Simon Dee,” part of the statement read.

The community leadership called on the concerned authorities to either release the detainee if no charges have been filed against him or present him before a competent court of law to defend himself.

According to the statement, arresting individuals based on family relations or blood association violates fundamental human rights and contradicts the principles of justice and the rule of law enshrined in the laws of South Sudan.

“The community leadership strongly believes that no citizen should be arrested merely because of family relations or association by blood. Such actions are unjust, unlawful, and contradict the principles of justice, human rights, and the rule of law guaranteed under the laws of the Republic of South Sudan,” the statement added.

The Akanyjok Community further appealed to its members to remain calm, peaceful, and law-abiding while the leadership continues to engage relevant authorities over the matter.

The Transitional Constitution of South Sudan states that no citizen should be arrested, detained, or punished solely because of his or her relationship with a suspect or accused person.

Credit to ANA

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