Politics

President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the National Elections Commission (NEC) to intensify preparations for South Sudan’s forthcoming general elections. The head of state emphasized on the need for a...

The South Sudanese government has rejected what it considers growing attempts by foreign governments to influence its internal political affairs, while reaffirming its intention to proceed with national elections in...

The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has intensified resource mobilization efforts ahead of the December 2026 general elections. The party officials called for financial contributions from its members to support...

Leaders of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) have reiterated calls for the release of Dr. Riek Machar to allow for inter-party dialogue. The opposition leaders made the...

The European Union has raised fresh concerns over South Sudan’s decision to proceed with elections before completing the country’s permanent constitution, warning that unresolved legal questions could cast doubt over...

Suspended Cueibet County commissioner resigns  from SPLM-IO and joins SPLM ruling party in lakes State on Sunday Daniel Deng Mario, the suspended Cueibet county commissioner confirms the authenticity of the...

South Sudan’s political landscape is facing a potential shake-up after veteran politician Nhial Deng Nhial announced the formation of a new opposition group, the South Sudan Salvation Movement (SSSM) a...

Traditional leaders of Yambio County in Western Equatoria State have voiced deep concerns over the frequent changes of state leadership, urging President Salva Kiir Mayardit to allow time for newly...

Civil society organizations and the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) have jointly condemned restrictions placed on independent media during the opening of the trial of First Vice President...

A group of officials from the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) in Jonglei State has petitioned President Salva Kiir Mayardit, raising concerns over what they describe as a worsening...