Author: South Sudan Herald

Juba, 12 August 2025: The Delegation of the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU), comprising the representatives of the fifteen (15) PSC Members, namely, Algeria, Angola, Botswana, Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Eswatini, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, The Gambia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Tanzania and Uganda, undertook a field mission to Juba, South Sudan, from 10 to 12 August 2025. The Mission was led by H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohamed KHALED, Permanent Representative of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria to the AU and Chairperson of the Peace and Security Council for the month of August…

Under the theme “Women in Uniform: Agents of Peace and Progress,” the celebration brought together hundreds of women in uniform from across South Sudan’s security institutions, including the national police, military, prison services, wildlife services, fire brigade, and civil defense services. The South Sudan Security Sector Women’s Network (SSSWN), in partnership with Hope Africa South Sudan, the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator, UN Women, UNDP, UNESCO, and UNMISS, organized a celebration marking Women in Uniform Day 2025. Funded by the United Nations Secretary-General’s Peacebuilding Fund (PBF), the event marked the third anniversary of the South Sudan Security Sector Women’s Network and highlighted…

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation wishes to provide the following statement regarding the recent arrival of third-country nationals and one South Sudanese deported from the United States of America to South Sudan. On 5th July 2025, eight ( individuals including one South Sudanese arrived at Juba International Airport following standard deportation procedures undertaken by the Government of the United States of America. In line with its sovereign responsibilities and established procedures, the Government of the Republic of South Sudan received these individuals through the appropriate national institutions. They are currently in Juba under the care of the…

South Sudan School of Internet Governance (SS-SIG) 2025 – Highlights Held on 26–27 May in Juba, SS-SIG 2025 brought together stakeholders from government, civil society, academia, and the private sector to explore internet governance, digital rights, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. This video captures key moments from the event — from engaging sessions to participant reflections.

This event signals our joint commitment to improving collaboration and coordination of efforts in support of the country’s development priorities and the well-being of its people In a positive step towards enhancing development coordination, the Heads of Cooperation (HoCs) and the United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO) launched the Development Cooperation Dashboard in Juba. This innovative platform aims to address long-standing challenges in mapping and managing development projects in South Sudan. With the financial support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and technical leadership from Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), the new dashboard offers…

The situation is critical. The fuel reserves of the UN and its agencies, funds, and programs are running out. JUBA, 23 April 2024 – The United Nations in South Sudan acknowledges the assurance given today by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs that the imposition of taxes on trucks carrying fuel and other supplies does not apply to UN humanitarian, development, and peacekeeping operations or to the diplomatic community. However, we remain concerned that our fuel trucks are still being held up at various depots and the border. Until they are released, the UN will not be able to conduct many of…