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R-ARCSS power-sharing dispute in South Sudan South Sudan’s National Democratic Movement (NDM), a signatory to the 2018 Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS), says it is concerned about what it describes as a pattern of opposition positions being reassigned by the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM). In a statement released after a National Executive Committee meeting, the NDM framed the issue as a “material breach” of the agreement, arguing that such actions could strain the political cooperation needed for the transitional arrangement to function. NDM lists removals of local officials in…

Juba Statement Flags Rising Hate Speech Risks In Juba, civil society activist Ter Manyang Gatwech has called for unity against hate speech and violent incitement in South Sudan. He warned that reckless rhetoric, especially in a heavily militarised context, could push the country toward renewed mass violence if not addressed. Gen. Johnson Olony Thabo Remarks Draw Response Gatwech, Executive Director of the Centre for Peace and Advocacy, issued his statement after recent remarks attributed to Gen. Johnson Olony Thabo. The general reportedly urged his forces to “spare no life” ahead of military operations in Jonglei State, language the activist said…

Tambura County Refugees: A Humanitarian Alarm A Catholic bishop has issued an urgent appeal after meeting more than 4,000 refugees from the Central African Republic in the Rii-Yubu area of Tambura County, Western Equatoria State, South Sudan. He described their living conditions as “extremely distressing” (Sudans Post). Bishop Kussala’s Statement: “A Wound to My Heart” In remarks shared in a statement, Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio said: “My heart was most deeply wounded in Rii-Yubu,” after encountering refugees including unaccompanied children, women and older people (Sudans Post). He framed the displacement as a direct…

Cairo death confirmed by family sources Prominent businessman Amin Akasha has died in Cairo, Egypt, after a long illness, family sources confirmed. A relative told Eye Radio that he passed away on Saturday morning in the Egyptian capital, surrounded by family members (Eye Radio). He had been in and out of hospital in Juba last year for an undisclosed illness before travelling abroad for further treatment, according to the same account. He was in his late eighties at the time of his death (Eye Radio). A business figure anchored in South Sudan’s economy Akasha was widely regarded as one of…

Jonglei State Offensive and a Controversial Directive In a speech in Poktap, Duk County, General Johnson Olony instructed his forces to “spare no lives,” including the elderly, as they prepared for a major offensive in South Sudan’s volatile Jonglei state. Observers said the language immediately raised concern in a region scarred by violence. Frontline Deployments Against SPLA-IO in Lou Nuer Areas Olony, who commands the Agwelek militia and serves as deputy army chief for disarmament and mobilization, addressed fighters deployed to confront the Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in Opposition. The deployment follows reports that SPLA-IO recently seized government garrisons in Lou…

South Sudan Civil Aviation issues formal warning The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) has warned airline operators against overloading aircraft and breaching aviation regulations. The notice was delivered through a circular circulated on Friday. The circular was signed by Dr. Ayiei Garang Deng, Director General of the SSCAA. The authority said the directive is intended to strengthen aviation safety and reinforce strict compliance with applicable rules (Eye Radio). Weight and balance limits flagged as core safety issue According to the SSCAA, the regulator has observed cases in which some operators conducted flights with loads exceeding approved weight and balance…

Jonglei State security operations under pressure A serving officer of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in South Sudan’s National Police Service has publicly criticised welfare conditions for personnel deployed to Jonglei State, alleging limited allowances, scarce food supplies and insufficient medical support for wounded colleagues returning from combat zones. CID officer describes mission from Bor to Duk County Speaking on condition of anonymity, the officer said he was deployed from Bor to Poktap in Duk County as joint security forces faced renewed rebellions and armed community militias in parts of Duk County, Pajut and nearby areas. “We went on a…

Education Ministry Signals Stricter Oversight in Yambio Authorities in Western Equatoria State have warned private school operators to comply with education ministry guidelines on tuition and operations or face possible regulatory action, officials said on Tuesday. The message was delivered at an education forum held at the headquarters of the Ministry of General Education and Instruction in Yambio, chaired by Gibson Bullen Wande, the state minister of general education and instruction. Inspections Target Fee Hikes and Dollar Charges Gibson Bullen Wande said the ministry would intensify inspections of private schools to address irregularities, including unapproved fee increases and charging tuition…

South Sudan clashes disrupt humanitarian access JUBA – The International Committee of the Red Cross said intensified fighting in parts of South Sudan has left aid workers unable to reach wounded civilians. In a Friday statement, the organization urged warring factions to guarantee safe passage for humanitarian relief. ICRC cites barriers in Jonglei and Equatoria states Daniel Bunnskog, head of the ICRC delegation in South Sudan, said the escalation in Jonglei, Eastern Equatoria and Central Equatoria has created major obstacles for medical teams. He linked the access challenges to a rise in violence since late 2025, according to the ICRC.…

Presidential Decree Signals Leadership Change South Sudan President Salva Kiir has dismissed Bank of South Sudan governor Yeni Samuel Costa and reappointed Johnny Ohisa Damian to lead the institution. The decision gives Ohisa a third stint in the role since 2022, underlining a renewed preference for experienced hands. State TV Announcement, No Official Rationale The reshuffle was communicated through a presidential decree read on state television on Friday evening. Authorities did not provide an explanation for the change, and the announcement offered no additional details on the timing or objectives of the handover. Costa’s Short Tenure Amid Economic Headwinds Yeni…