South Sudanese Arrested in Uganda Over Ammunition Smuggling

by Emmanuel GarjiekLamwo District, Uganda — August 11, 2026Ugandan police have arrested a 24‑year‑old South Sudanese man for attempting to smuggle 700 rounds of live AKM ammunition hidden inside a…

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U.S. Embassy in Juba Halts Routine Visa Services

by Emmanuel GarjiekJuba, August 11, 2026 — The United States has discontinued routine visa services at its embassy in Juba, redirecting South Sudanese applicants to regional centers. Effective August 1,…

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Unity Governor Inspects Integration of Former Opposition Forces into Regular Institutions

Pakur – Rubkona County | Al-Wadi Newspaper The Governor of Unity State, Dr. Joseph Manytuil, yesterday inspected the forces assembly area in Pakur, Rubkona County, to assess the progress of…

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South Sudan People’s Defence Forces Arrest Suspects in Security Operation in Juba

Juba – Al-Wadi Newspaper The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) have announced the successful execution of a large-scale security operation in the New Site area and several residential neighborhoods…

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Greater Bor Lawmakers Reaffirm Support for President Kiir Ahead of General Elections

JUBA – Al-Wadi Newspaper Lawmakers from the Greater Bor region have reaffirmed their full support for the President of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, as the country…

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Weak Foundational Learning and Shortage of Qualified Teachers Deepen South Sudan’s Education Crisis

JUBA – Al-Wadi Newspaper South Sudan’s Undersecretary in the Ministry of General Education and Instruction, Omot Okong Olok, has warned that declining literacy, numeracy, and communication skills among many secondary…

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President Kiir Urges Western Bahr el Ghazal Authorities to Promote Peace, Unity, and Better Service Delivery

JUBA – Al-Wadi Newspaper President Salva Kiir Mayardit has called on the Government of Western Bahr el Ghazal State to intensify efforts to promote peace, strengthen unity among communities, and…

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60 Fishers Trained in Adok Payam to Strengthen Food Security and Sustainable Livelihoods

Leer – Al-Wadi Newspaper Hope Restoration South Sudan, in partnership with Alongside Hope, has conducted a Fisheries Training of Trainers (ToT) program in Adok Payam, Leer County, bringing together 60…

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Central Equatoria Security Committee Reactivates Anti-Gang Task Force, Orders Increased Road Surveillance

JUBA – Al-Wadi Newspaper The Central Equatoria State Security Committee has approved a series of security measures aimed at strengthening peace, stability, and the protection of civilians across the state…

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National Elections Commission Launches Civic and Voter Education Campaign Ahead of December 2026 Elections

JUBA – By Al-Naeim Mubarak Kuol The National Elections Commission (NEC) today officially launched the nationwide Civic and Voter Education Campaign at Medan Rainbow in Juba, marking a significant milestone…

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