South Sudan.
country in East Africa
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Save the Children supports community-based work in South Sudan, Afghanistan, Kenya, and Yemen.Some support1 report
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Failure to establish legitimate state institutions in Sudan and South Sudan.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Cardinal Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla addresses the challenges facing Sudan and South Sudan.Some support1 report
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Travel advisories for South Sudan, DRC, Somalia, and Uganda have been upgraded to Level 4.Some support1 report
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Nimule serves as the main trade gateway between Uganda and South Sudan, with a committee assessing the border to improve revenue collection.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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African Union leaders attended a summit to discuss continental security and instability in Sudan and the surrounding region.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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South Africa partnered with South Sudan and participated in an African Union summit in Pretoria in 2013.Some support1 report
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A founder established a museum in South Sudan dedicated to documenting and preserving the history of South Sudanese women.Some support1 report
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South Sudan elections affect Abyei resident status, leading to a dispute over the participation of Abyei residents in the elections.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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China's ambassador urged Sudan and South Sudan to resolve the Abyei dispute, warning that the election plan could increase political tensions.Some support1 report
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Historical facts confirm Juba as the capital of South Sudan and detail the 2011 peace agreement between Sudan and Khartoum.Some support1 report
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Reports document displacement across Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, and Somalia due to uneven rainfall patterns.Some support2 reports
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El Niño is causing prolonged dry spells and rainfall deficits in South Sudan.Some support1 report
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William Ruto delivered a new Prado vehicle and plans engagements across several East African nations including Uganda, South Sudan, and Tanzania.Some support1 report1 development inside
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South Sudan seeks cross-border petroleum trade opportunities and holds a conference in Juba, following a meeting between President Kiir and William Ruto.Some support1 report
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The National Elections Commission is supporting civic education efforts in South Sudan in preparation for upcoming elections.Some support7 reports2 developments inside
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Central Equatoria is a state situated within South Sudan, and Emmanuel Adil Anthony serves as its governor.Well supported9 reports6 developments inside
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Nyamal Dei, originally from South Sudan, ran for North Dakota State Senate and served on the Fargo Board of Education.Some support1 report
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The Ministry of Petroleum oversees the oil sector and revenue in South Sudan, which is affected by export route disruptions caused by the conflict in Sudan.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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VIU program sponsors refugees from Syria, South Sudan, and Somalia, while the student union disputes funding cuts.Some support1 report
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The East African Community (EAC) is focused on advancing regional integration efforts, urging accelerated implementation of commitments involving South Sudan.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Riek Machar, a former vice president of South Sudan, was mentioned in a recent article.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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Putin announced scholarship quotas for South Sudanese students during bilateral talks in Moscow.Some support2 reports
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Gabriel Duop Lam and Riek Machar face charges in South Sudan's Special Court amid political turmoil.Some support4 reports
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A dedicated South Sudan Media Authority has been established to oversee and regulate the country's media sector.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A UAE investor initiated arbitration proceedings against South Sudan.Some support1 report
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Maura Ajak, a journalist, is working in South Sudan.Some support1 report
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Students from South Sudan are representing the country at Stonyhurst College.Some support1 report
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The African National Congress's role in South Africa's transition is noted as informing South Sudan.Some support1 report
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South Sudan seeks UK support for peacebuilding and takes in Sudanese refugees, while also comparing its size to Texas and Georgia.Some support1 report
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Regina, who lives and works in South Sudan, fled conflict in Sudan and arrived in Khartoum.Some support1 report
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The National Congress Party is preparing for upcoming elections in South Sudan.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Franko announced his intention to run for a parliamentary seat in South Sudan.Some support1 report
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Intermittent clashes and security challenges are impacting the peace process in Jonglei and Central Equatoria, South Sudan.Well supported10 reports7 developments inside
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Both Ethiopia and South Sudan face a high risk of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) outbreaks.Some support2 reports
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Peacekeeping efforts are underway to protect civilians in Maiwut County, South Sudan, which is currently facing severe humanitarian challenges.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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UNMISS patrols are working to protect civilians in South Sudan, with commander Abdur Razzak accompanying the operation.Some support2 reports
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Vaccination efforts are being coordinated across borders to combat an outbreak in West Kordofan, Sudan.Some support1 report
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Clement Juma Mbugoniwia represents South Sudan at an international conference.Some support1 report1 development inside
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South Sudan participated in COP31, a major international climate conference, which was held in Türkiye.Some support3 reports
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South Sudan's Minister of Petroleum agreed in Moscow to transfer Petronas shares to Zarubezhneft.Some support2 reports
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The Ministry of Defence faced a lawsuit in Juba, South Sudan.Some support1 report
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Cooperation is needed between Uganda and South Sudan to ensure peace and stability along their shared borders, with talks held in Arua.Well supported16 reports2 developments inside
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African Union mission discussions are taking place in Juba regarding South Sudan's electoral preparations and governance.Some support8 reports4 developments inside
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A South Sudan civil society forum urges the African Union to convene a dialogue and assesses the country's readiness for elections.Some support1 report
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Drone attacks are suspected in the Abyei region, fueling ongoing conflict between Sudan and South Sudan.Well supported6 reports
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Kalisto Lado has been appointed as the caretaker commissioner of Juba County in South Sudan.Well supported3 reports
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Displaced citizens are returning from Sudan to South Sudan, traveling from Kosti through Renk to Wau.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Returnees from South Sudan are adding to existing pressure in the region.Some support1 report
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Paulino Lukudu Obede leads a political party in South Sudan.Some support1 report
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Government officials meet in Juba regarding national issues.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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Leading dialogue was held concerning the electoral pathway and transitional settlement in South Sudan.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Community voices are actively shaping the national dialogue process in South Sudan.Some support1 report
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Clashes over stolen cattle occurred in Warrap, South Sudan.Some support1 report
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Presidential aspirant Kornelio Kon Ngon planned a trip to Wau, South Sudan, for prayers.Some support2 reports
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A victim was shot in Nagero County, South Sudan, prompting CEPO to call for a probe into the killings.Some support3 reports
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A Minister announced schedules in Juba, South Sudan.Some support1 report
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Conflict is ongoing in the Abyei region, involving tensions between Abyei, South Sudan, and Sudan.Well supported13 reports9 developments inside
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Pip Carter organized Christian Aid Group, which has partners providing aid in South Sudan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Christian Aid and the Church of England met with the South Sudanese delegation to discuss conflict and elections.Some support1 report
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What's reaching South Sudan
Events traced to South Sudan, step by step, newest firstAround South Sudan this week
News at the entities that move South Sudan most-
Ministry of Petroleum StructuralMinistry of Petroleum helped prevent fuel price increases, while a delegation promoted regional cooperation and a security package was finalized for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.Moves South Sudan
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parliament StructuralThe Bank of Uganda faced parliamentary scrutiny over its financial statements and intervened to take over Crane Bank amid fund disputes.Moves South Sudan
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Juba StructuralAMA reported on health initiatives taking place in South Sudan.Moves South Sudan
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SSP StructuralIncreased trading volume in Gold Singapore futures led to higher overall market activity.Moves South Sudan
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Sudan OperationalEthiopian military accuses Egypt, Eritrea, and Sudan of backing militants amid internal rebel challenges to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.Moves South Sudan
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African Union OperationalAfDB, led by President Sidi Ould Tah, supported a new development initiative at the African Union summit in Nairobi.Moves South Sudan
Connections
The 40 strongest of 771, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Ministry of Petroleum Structural
The Ministry of Petroleum functions as a key governmental agency within South Sudan, responsible for overseeing and managing the national oil sector and related revenue.
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Democratic Republic of the Congo Operational
The two neighboring states are actively coupled through shared borders, managing mutual regional responsibility for cross-border disease outbreaks and health security risks.
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Riek Machar Structural
Riek Machar's political status and actions are intrinsically tied to the governance and stability of South Sudan.
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parliament Structural
The parliament functions as the legislative body of South Sudan, enacting laws and driving political transition within the country's context.
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Juba Structural
Juba functions as the official capital and primary administrative and political center of South Sudan.
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Uganda Operational
The nations maintain an active operational relationship defined by shared borders, mutual trade dependency, and joint management of security and refugee flows.
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SSP Structural
SSP functions as the official currency of South Sudan.
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Kenya Operational
Kenya and South Sudan maintain a complex operational relationship characterized by cross-border trade, shared infrastructure, and mutual geopolitical influence.
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Ethiopia Operational
The relationship is defined by active cooperation and conflict, driven by massive refugee flows, security cooperation, and bilateral diplomatic engagement.
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Martin Elia Lomuro Structural
Martin Elia Lomuro serves as a government minister and political representative of South Sudan.
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Chol Thon Balok Structural
Chol Thon Balok serves as the Minister of Defense for the country of South Sudan.
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Khartoum Structural
South Sudan relies on Sudanese infrastructure while the two states maintain a history of conflict and political tension.
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Western Equatoria Structural
Western Equatoria is formally recognized as a state within the borders of South Sudan.
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National Elections Commission Structural
The National Elections Commission is the formal body mandated to manage and execute the electoral process within South Sudan's political structure.
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Ministry of Interior Structural
The Ministry of Interior functions as a formal governmental body within the structure of South Sudan.
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Sudan Operational
Sudan and South Sudan maintain an operational relationship defined by critical dependencies, including oil transit and shared humanitarian crises driven by conflict.
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Eastern Equatoria Structural
Eastern Equatoria functions as a constituent state within the geopolitical borders of South Sudan.
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Jonglei Structural
Jonglei is a constituent state located within the borders of South Sudan.
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Salva Kiir Mayardit Structural
Salva Kiir Mayardit serves as the governing president, directing the political and legal framework of South Sudan.
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Leer Structural
Leer is a county located within the political boundaries of South Sudan.
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African Union Operational
The African Union provides institutional oversight, diplomatic support, and political pressure to influence South Sudan's peace process and governance.
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state Structural
Entity A (state) is formally defined as a constituent geopolitical part of Entity B (South Sudan).
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Emmanuel Adil Anthony Structural
Emmanuel Adil Anthony holds the formal governmental role of Governor for Central Equatoria State within South Sudan.
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UNESCO Structural
UNESCO formally engages with South Sudan through heritage tracking, reconstruction projects, and World Heritage inscription processes.
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Mary Paul Ngundeng Structural
A holds the appointed office of SPLM National Secretary within the governmental structure of South Sudan.
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Maiwut County Structural
Maiwut County is a specific administrative division located within the borders of South Sudan.
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Egypt Operational
Egypt and South Sudan maintain an operational relationship involving refugee management, energy cooperation, and diplomatic negotiations over shared Nile Basin resources.
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DRC Operational
The relationship is defined by shared health crises, cross-border disease risk, and the necessity for coordinated public health responses.
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National Election Commission Structural
The Commission is the mandated body responsible for executing the country's election processes.
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government Structural
The government entity functions as the governing body responsible for the administration, stability, and development of South Sudan.
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Akol Paul Kordit Structural
Akol Paul Kordit serves as the SPLM Secretary General, holding a formal political role within South Sudan.
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supreme court Structural
The Supreme Court's judicial rulings formally determine the immigration and deportation status of individuals related to South Sudan.
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Aleu Ayieny Aleu Structural
Aleu Ayieny Aleu functions as the Interior Minister, holding a high-level governmental role within South Sudan.
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Warrap Structural
Warrap is a constituent state or region geographically and politically part of South Sudan.
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Donald Trump Transactional
The Trump administration initiated policy actions leading to the termination of South Sudan's Temporary Protected Status and subsequent actions regarding its citizens.
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Taban Deng Gai Structural
Taban Deng Gai holds the formal office of Vice President within the governmental structure of South Sudan.
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Abyei Operational
South Sudan actively claims and attempts to administer Abyei, which is a disputed border region.
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Rebecca Nyandeng De Mabior Structural
Rebecca Nyandeng De Mabior holds a formal leadership role as Vice President, whose actions directly influence the political cohesion and future of South Sudan.
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DHS Structural
DHS exercises formal administrative authority over the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) of South Sudan nationals.
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United Nations Structural
The UN provides mandated peacekeeping, humanitarian aid, and diplomatic oversight to South Sudan to address conflict and governance crises.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
17 events- Save the Children supports community-based work in South Sudan, Afghanistan, Kenya, and Yemen.
- Cardinal Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla addresses the challenges facing Sudan and South Sudan.
- Travel advisories for South Sudan, DRC, Somalia, and Uganda have been upgraded to Level 4.
- South Africa partnered with South Sudan and participated in an African Union summit in Pretoria in 2013.
- A founder established a museum in South Sudan dedicated to documenting and preserving the history of South Sudanese women.
- China's ambassador urged Sudan and South Sudan to resolve the Abyei dispute, warning that the election plan could increase political tensions.
- Historical facts confirm Juba as the capital of South Sudan and detail the 2011 peace agreement between Sudan and Khartoum.
- El Niño is causing prolonged dry spells and rainfall deficits in South Sudan.
- South Sudan seeks cross-border petroleum trade opportunities and holds a conference in Juba, following a meeting between President Kiir and William Ruto.
- Nyamal Dei, originally from South Sudan, ran for North Dakota State Senate and served on the Fargo Board of Education.
- VIU program sponsors refugees from Syria, South Sudan, and Somalia, while the student union disputes funding cuts.
- Riek Machar, a former vice president of South Sudan, was mentioned in a recent article.
- A UAE investor initiated arbitration proceedings against South Sudan.
- Maura Ajak, a journalist, is working in South Sudan.
- Students from South Sudan are representing the country at Stonyhurst College.
- The African National Congress's role in South Africa's transition is noted as informing South Sudan.
- South Sudan seeks UK support for peacebuilding and takes in Sudanese refugees, while also comparing its size to Texas and Georgia.
October 2026
21 events- Putin announced scholarship quotas for South Sudanese students during bilateral talks in Moscow.
- Regina, who lives and works in South Sudan, fled conflict in Sudan and arrived in Khartoum.
- Franko announced his intention to run for a parliamentary seat in South Sudan.
- Both Ethiopia and South Sudan face a high risk of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) outbreaks.
- UNMISS patrols are working to protect civilians in South Sudan, with commander Abdur Razzak accompanying the operation.
- Vaccination efforts are being coordinated across borders to combat an outbreak in West Kordofan, Sudan.
- South Sudan participated in COP31, a major international climate conference, which was held in Türkiye.
- South Sudan's Minister of Petroleum agreed in Moscow to transfer Petronas shares to Zarubezhneft.
- The Ministry of Defence faced a lawsuit in Juba, South Sudan.
- A South Sudan civil society forum urges the African Union to convene a dialogue and assesses the country's readiness for elections.
- Drone attacks are suspected in the Abyei region, fueling ongoing conflict between Sudan and South Sudan.
- Kalisto Lado has been appointed as the caretaker commissioner of Juba County in South Sudan.
- Returnees from South Sudan are adding to existing pressure in the region.
- Paulino Lukudu Obede leads a political party in South Sudan.
- Community voices are actively shaping the national dialogue process in South Sudan.
- Clashes over stolen cattle occurred in Warrap, South Sudan.
- Presidential aspirant Kornelio Kon Ngon planned a trip to Wau, South Sudan, for prayers.
- A victim was shot in Nagero County, South Sudan, prompting CEPO to call for a probe into the killings.
- A Minister announced schedules in Juba, South Sudan.
- Pip Carter organized Christian Aid Group, which has partners providing aid in South Sudan.
- Christian Aid and the Church of England met with the South Sudanese delegation to discuss conflict and elections.
September 2026
5 events- Failure to establish legitimate state institutions in Sudan and South Sudan.
- Reports document displacement across Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, and Somalia due to uneven rainfall patterns.
- William Ruto delivered a new Prado vehicle and plans engagements across several East African nations including Uganda, South Sudan, and Tanzania.
- The East African Community (EAC) is focused on advancing regional integration efforts, urging accelerated implementation of commitments involving South Sudan.
- Leading dialogue was held concerning the electoral pathway and transitional settlement in South Sudan.
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August 2026
5 events- African Union leaders attended a summit to discuss continental security and instability in Sudan and the surrounding region.
- The National Elections Commission is supporting civic education efforts in South Sudan in preparation for upcoming elections.
- Gabriel Duop Lam and Riek Machar face charges in South Sudan's Special Court amid political turmoil.
- Clement Juma Mbugoniwia represents South Sudan at an international conference.
- Displaced citizens are returning from Sudan to South Sudan, traveling from Kosti through Renk to Wau.
July 2026
7 events- Nimule serves as the main trade gateway between Uganda and South Sudan, with a committee assessing the border to improve revenue collection.
- South Sudan elections affect Abyei resident status, leading to a dispute over the participation of Abyei residents in the elections.
- A dedicated South Sudan Media Authority has been established to oversee and regulate the country's media sector.
- The National Congress Party is preparing for upcoming elections in South Sudan.
- Peacekeeping efforts are underway to protect civilians in Maiwut County, South Sudan, which is currently facing severe humanitarian challenges.
- Cooperation is needed between Uganda and South Sudan to ensure peace and stability along their shared borders, with talks held in Arua.
- Conflict is ongoing in the Abyei region, involving tensions between Abyei, South Sudan, and Sudan.
June 2026
5 events- Central Equatoria is a state situated within South Sudan, and Emmanuel Adil Anthony serves as its governor.
- The Ministry of Petroleum oversees the oil sector and revenue in South Sudan, which is affected by export route disruptions caused by the conflict in Sudan.
- Intermittent clashes and security challenges are impacting the peace process in Jonglei and Central Equatoria, South Sudan.
- African Union mission discussions are taking place in Juba regarding South Sudan's electoral preparations and governance.
- Government officials meet in Juba regarding national issues.