JUBA – The defense team concluded its cross-examination of the lead investigator in the case against eight SPLM/A-IO officials on Wednesday, as the panel announced a verdict on the humanitarian …
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Over 1 million affected by flooding in South Sudan: UN
by Juba Witnessby Juba WitnessJUBA – An estimated 1,024,500 people have been affected by flooding across 29 counties in six states as of 30th October 2025, with Jonglei and Unity states accounting for nearly …
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AU seeks candidates for 3 posts of Commission for Truth, Reconciliation and Healing (CTRH) in South Sudan
by Juba Witnessby Juba WitnessADDIS ABABA – The African Union (AU), in collaboration with the Government of South Sudan and the United Nations (UN), has announced an open call for applications for three Non-South …
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Tanzania’s president sworn-in at military barrack amid protest
by Juba Witnessby Juba WitnessDODOMA – Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been sworn in for a second term amid tight security, following an election marred by violent protests and rejected by the opposition …
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Kiir sacks several officials as Tut Gatluak, Bak Barnaba make comeback
by Juba Witnessby Juba WitnessJUBA – President Salva Kiir made a number of leadership changes on Monday evening, replacing several ministers and military officials with familiar faces including Tut Gatluak and Bak Barnaba Chol. …
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17th session: Defense lawyers quiz investigator to prove alleged financing of White Army by 1st, 2nd accused
by Juba Witnessby Juba WitnessJUBA – The 17th session of the Special Court trying eight SPLM/A-IO officials was held on Monday with further cross-examination of the lead investigator and the prosecution’s submission of a written response …
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RUMBEK – At least seven people were reportedly killed and five other wounded during an attack at a fishing area in Yirol East County, Lakes State, allegedly by armed elements …
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Investigator admits some defendants arrested without due process, as court adjourned
by Juba Witnessby Juba WitnessJUBA – The Special Court hearing the case against eight SPLM/A-IO officials held and adjourned the 16th session on Friday, as the lead investigator admitted that some of the accused persons …
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JUBA – South Sudan army chief voiced his determination on Wednesday to wage war against those who have taken arms against the government including Nhial Deng Nhial who he deems …
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UN experts urge intervention to avoid collapse of South Sudan peace deal
by Juba Witnessby Juba WitnessNEW YORK/JUBA – The UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan warned that decisive and coordinated international action is urgently required to halt mounting human rights violations in South …