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30/08/2026

25/08/2026

Tragic Lightning Strike Claims Three Lives in Rumbek Town
​Three girls died and another sustained injuries after being struck by lightning in the Mabor-Ngap residential area of Rumbek Town on Thursday evening.
​Lakes State Police Spokesperson, Lt. Col. Elijah Mabor Makuac, confirmed that the girls were walking home during a heavy storm when the strike occurred, killing three instantly. Lt. Col. Makuac extended his condolences, urging the public to stay indoors during storms and avoid using electronic devices outdoors.
​Daniel Laat, Lakes State Coordinator for the Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO), expressed deep sadness over the tragedy, confirming that the deceased included female students from Land Mark Secondary School. He called on community leaders and school administrators to implement safety measures immediately.
​Key Safety Measures & Recommendations
​ Stay away from open fields, tall trees, and overcrowded, unshielded structures during storms.
​Limit Electronics Use: Do not use mobile phones or electrical gadgets outdoors while it is raining.
​Install Lightning Arresters: Property owners and public institutions are advised to equip tall residential and public buildings with lightning protection systems.
​This tragedy follows a similar incident two months ago in Maborduang Village, Rumbek East County, where a lightning strike set a family tukul on fire, killing an SSPDF soldier and injuring two others. Community leaders continue to stress the urgency of public safety awareness as storm risks persist.

23/08/2026

Angry Customer Dumps 4 Million SSP on Bank Floor Over Small Bills
​In a dramatic protest against South Sudan’s severe currency devaluation and paper shortage, an enraged bank customer threw more than four million South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) onto the floor of a local branch after tellers issued his withdrawal entirely in 20-pound notes.
​The man, who arrived expecting a manageable stack of higher-denomination bills, was handed hundreds of tightly bound bricks of low-value cash—a volume far too large to fit into the small bag he had brought with him.
​Accusing the financial institution of intentional sabotage, the customer voiced his frustration at the absurdity of the situation before dumping the massive piles of cash directly onto the bank floor. Eyewitnesses watched as stacks of cash spilled across the lobby while the man blasted the bank's operational failures.
​The incident highlights the growing practical challenges faced by citizens in South Sudan, where soaring inflation forces individuals to carry bulk sacks or suitcases of physical cash for basic, everyday transactions. Bank officials have not yet issued a public statement regarding the protest.

21/08/2026

The University of Juba senior academic, Dr. Aleu Garang Aleu Kuek, has formed a political party called the Patriotic Resistance Movement (PRM). He is therefore urging all patriotic citizens of South Sudan, including university students, to join the party and turn it into a formidable force for change.

Dr. Aleu says the party subscribes to the ideology of social democracy and advocates for broader integration within the East African Community.

Dr. Aleu is an Associate Professor at the University of Juba. He has served in various senior administrative roles, including as Dean of the School of Community Studies and Rural Development at the same university.

He has now officially declared his entry into politics and says he will put himself forward as a candidate in future presidential elections.

18/08/2026

Missing Person: Daniel Deng Chol

Mr. Daniel Deng Chol, brother to Senior Journalist Abraham Luelbai Chol, has been missing for about two weeks after he was last seen in the Giada area of Juba.

Daniel, who is reported to be living with a mental health condition, was last seen wearing black shorts and a long-sleeved white shirt.

His family is appealing to the public for any information that could help locate him safely.

For information, contact:
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17/08/2026

Immediate Suspension of Community Sports Tournaments in Juba
​Under Ministerial Order No. 07/2026, issued on August 17, 2026, all community sports tournaments in Juba are temporarily suspended to protect public safety and maintain social order following recent violent incidents.
​ All community sports tournaments are suspended immediately. Events organized by recognized sports bodies, academies, schools, and registered clubs are exempt.
​Venue Restrictions: Sports associations and clubs are strictly prohibited from approving playgrounds for community tournaments.
​Registration Requirement: Community sports associations and teams must register with the Central Equatoria State Youth and Sports Registration Commission to host authorized events.
​the Security agencies, including the State National Security Directorate and the police, will enforce compliance.
​Non-compliance may result in legal action and the suspension or revocation of facility access.
​This measure aims to restore public safety and ensure all sporting activities in Central Equatoria State operate legally and peacefully.

15/08/2026

Bishop Christian Carlassare was warmly welcomed to Sacred Heart Parish in Rumbek, where he will preside over this evening's Mass. Tomorrow, Sunday, August 16, 2026, he is scheduled to ordain three candidates to the priesthood and one to the diaconate.
​the Changed "will ordained three into Priesthood" to "ordain three candidates to the priesthood" for proper grammatical structure and church terminology.
​ "Diaconate" and "Priesthood" to lowercase, as these are common nouns in standard liturgical contexts, and added "August" for a complete date format.
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14/08/2026

"A South Sudanese model has issued a statement threatening to marry two men as a counter-protest to the cultural practice of men taking multiple wives."

13/08/2026

South Sudan newly appointed Director General of Civil Registry, Nationality Passports, and Immigration says her team is pushing to make national identity documents accessible to every citizen—starting at the village level.
Speaking to the media after taking office, Lt. General Achol Cyer Rehan acknowledged operational challenges, noting a shortage of basic office furniture and outdated computers.
​Despite the resource gaps, Lt. Gen. Rehan confirmed that national ID cards and passports are currently in stock.
She says that the department has already launched an initiative issuing nationality certificates to students in schools, with plans to expand across all states and remote villages.
​She emphasized that every South Sudanese citizen over the age of 18 is entitled to a national ID card, regardless of where they live.