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28/09/2025

September 28, 2025(SSNN) - The renowned Gawaar-Nuer prophet, Makuach Tut Khor, who threatened to capture Upper Nile State capital, Malakal, just three weeks ago, has began to withdraw forces from the frontline in preparation for the release of Dr. Riek Machar Teny, 7 other politicians and 5 bodyguards who remain behind bars pending the Special Court judges decision that shall be announced tomorrow....

14/04/2025

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Juba, South Sudan. Monday, April 14, 2025 - The Ezra Construction and Development Group (ECDG) proudly announces a 13% interim discount on the Thermal Energy Tariff effective immediately. This initiative aims to make energy more affordable for all citizens while ECDG continues to pursue sustainable, long-term solutions. It reflects the company’s dedication to supporting the people of South Sudan during challenging times....

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Juba, South Sudan. Monday, April 14, 2025 – The Ezra Construction and Development Group (ECDG) proudly announces a 13% interim discount on the Thermal Ener…

10/06/2023

The United Nations Security Council should take stronger steps to reverse the rapidly deteriorating human rights and humanitarian situation in Sudan, Human Rights Watch said today.

During the Security Council discussion on June 2, 2023 to renew the UN Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS), all council members, including the three African members, should support increased human rights monitoring, targeted sanctions, and an arms embargo against the warring parties.

For Immediate Release Nairobi, June 10, 2023(SSNN) – The United Nations Security Council should take stronger steps to reverse the rapidly deteriorating human rights and humanitarian situation in S…

10/06/2023

The funds come at a critical time when Africa is witnessing rapid advancements in gas and renewable energy, presenting immense opportunities for economic growth and environmental sustainability. Recognizing the importance of harnessing these opportunities and equipping the next generation with the necessary knowledge and skills, we are committed to providing financial aid and educational resources to talented African students from South Africa to Egypt, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Namibia and across Africa pursuing studies in energy-related fields.

The African Energy Chamber launches its annual Energy Scholarship Award under efforts to expand the participation of youth in energy JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, June 9, 2023/ — We are thrille…

10/06/2023

Tut fled the South Sudanese capital since his warrant became public and has since never returned to South Sudan.

Accordingly, South Sudanese authorities call on the neighboring countries to apprehend the fugitive bishop and depot him back to South Sudan once arrested.

April 1, 2023(SSNN) — A prominent South Sudanese Bishop of the Anglican Church of South Sudan(ACSS), Rt. Bishop Thomas Tut Gany of the Ayod Dioceses, has fled an arrest warrant from the South Sudan…

12/01/2022

ayment to be made in four instalments starting January. Abuja, Nigeria, January 11, 2022: The Federal Republic of Nigeria has pledged to pay the full capital arrear of US$28.7m in Shelter Afrique, Nigeria’s Finance Minister Dr. Zainab Shamsuna Ahmed disclosed at a meeting with Shelter Afrique Group Managing Director and CEO Mr. Andrew Chimphondah in Abuja. The Minister further disclosed that the payment will be made in four instalments starting January 2022....

https://ssnewsnow.com/nigeria-commits-to-pay-off-us28-7m-capital-arrears-in-shelter-afrique/

ayment to be made in four instalments starting January. Abuja, Nigeria, January 11, 2022: The Federal Republic of Nigeria has pledged to pay the full capital arrear of US$28.7m in Shelter Afrique, …

04/10/2021

By OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON, Oct 3, 2021 (SSNN) — The United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway (the Troika) commend the Sudanese people as they celebrate the first anniversary of the signing of Juba Peace Agreement (JPA) on October 3, 2020. This historic agreement responds to the Sudanese people’s calls for freedom, peace, and justice, especially from those affected by conflict across Sudan....

https://ssnewsnow.com/troika-statement-on-the-anniversary-of-the-juba-peace-agreement/

By OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON, Oct 3, 2021 (SSNN) — The United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway (the Troika) commend the Sudanese people as they celebrate the first anniversary of the signing…

25/09/2021

Sep 24, 2021(SSNN) — South Sudan’s three-year-old peace deal is doomed to collapse unless the parties can settle disputes and create a unified army, the main opposition faction said on Wednesday. The accord signed in September 2018 calls for the reunification of all fighters involved in the civil conflict, but the process has been marred by delays. The peace deal signed in August 2015 collapsed following renewed violence in the capital, Juba, in July 2016....

https://ssnewsnow.com/south-sudan-revitalized-peace-deal-at-a-crossroad-to-collapse/

Sep 24, 2021(SSNN) — South Sudan’s three-year-old peace deal is doomed to collapse unless the parties can settle disputes and create a unified army, the main opposition faction said on Wednesday. T…

25/09/2021

Juba, South Sudan September 24,2021---Engaged in a street fight in the capital Juba, Honorable James Lony Kang Hoth, a former Minister of Information in the Defunct Fangak State and a former town mayor of Ayod town, has bit off a big chunk of a young fellow's ear in his recent fist fight.

Speaking to South Sudan News Now, the young fellow who identified himself as an activist, Wuor Buony Ruot, said he was attacked by Hon. Lony Kang Hoth and an attempt to fight back in self-defense didn’t prove sufficient enough to protect both ears from the former Minister of Information.

https://ssnewsnow.com/south-sudan-former-state-minister-takes-a-deep-bite-on-a-young-activists-ear/

Juba, South Sudan September 24,2021—Engaged in a street fight in the capital Juba, Honorable James Lony Kang Hoth, a former Minister of Information in the Defunct Fangak State and a former to…