Lakes State Media suspended over planned interview with politician
Authorities in Lakes State have ordered the suspension of an online media outlet, accusing it of misusing the state’s name to conduct interviews with rebels and government critics. Details: Lakes state suspends online outlet, citing unauthorized use of its name – Radio Tamazuj
South Sudanese raise alarm over stifled freedom of expression
On 3 Nov, 2025-A cross-section of South Sudanese has complained about the lack of freedom of expression, which they say limits their participation in the country’s affairs. They contend their freedom of speech and expression is severely restricted and has deteriorated since independence, with authorities, particularly the National Security Service (NSS), systematically curtailing these rights. […]
10 people killed, 3 raped, linked to Land grabbing in Lado payam
8 September 2025, – Land grabbers have raped three young girls, and one of the girls has been raped to death, ten people have been killed, seven men and three women. The perpetrators are Armed men in uniform, and some politicians. They are grabbing ancestral land and burning houses and building their houses. Details: MP […]
Gunfire erupts at Malakal police HQ over deployment dispute
On 8 Sept 2025- One police officer was killed and another injured when a gunfight erupted at the police headquarters in Malakal, following a dispute over deployment orders, at around 9 a.m., after members of a police unit brought from Juba refused to be deployed to Ulang County. Details: Gunfire erupts at Malakal police HQ […]
Catholic priest assaulted by soldiers in Rumbek East
On 31 August 2025, a Catholic priest was allegedly assaulted by government soldiers from the Mabor-duong military barracks in Bahr el Naam in Lakes State’s Rumbek East County, while traveling to Thonaduel. The soldiers wrestled him to the ground and struck him on the face, neck, and arms, leaving him injured. Details: Catholic priest assaulted […]
Russian geologists explore minerals in Magwi County
A team of Russian geologists has recently conducted a three-day survey for mineral resources in Magwi County, , prompting mixed reactions from local communities over concerns about transparency and lack of community involvement. The team, consisting of nine geologists, visited Patoko village and Alipo Hills in Owinykibul Payam, using GPS-guided equipment to assess the area’s […]
UPDF Continues to Encroach South Sudan Border Kajo-Keji
The Ugandan troops continue to cross into South Sudanese territory despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the border dispute. the UPDF has moved into forested areas of Kajo-Keji, where South Sudan’s army has little presence. More Details: https://www.facebook.com/radiomiraya
Thousands displaced in Kajo-Keji border attack
Thousands of civilians are displaced by last month’s fighting at the border, and others are still living in poor conditions in overcrowded camps. More than 15,000 people fled their homes in Kangapo II Payam after an attack by the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) on July 28. The incident led to clashes that left five […]
EW 2: SPLA-IO cantonment area attacked by the SSPDF in Yaribe, Panyume payam
On 22 April /2025, the SSPDF launched a heavy attack against the SPLA-IO after the eve of Easter Monday at exactly 5:00AM targeting areas like yondu, yaribe, Nyori, Lujule. They later advanced to panyume cantonment area and took over control of the whole territory. The attack include aerial strike and bombardments and sailing that led […]
EW 2: SSPDF Airstrike Displaced Civilian in Panyume Payam
On 01/ 04/2025, Tuesday at 8:30 AM CAT, civilians were displaced from their areas of residence and crossed to Uganda via the Busia border and others to DR Congo for their lives. This was following an air strike that targeted the key army garrisons of the SPLM/IO in the areas of Kendila, Kenyira and Mongoyo. […]