December 2025

The Ministry of General Education and Instruction, in partnership with Windle Trust International (WTI) and with support from the World Bank, officially launched condensed textbooks for the Accelerated Secondary Education Programme (ASEP) and Intensive English Courses (IEC) on Tuesday, with the aim of expanding access to quality education nationwide.

The Minister of Health for the Abyei Administrative Area, Ayom Korchiek, revealed on Tuesday that the Hepatitis E outbreak in Abyei requires coordinated efforts to eradicate it across the region.

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), through its United Nations Integrated Electoral Assistance Team, collaborated with the State High Election Commission of Western Equatoria State to organise a one-day training session in Yambio on Monday. The aim was to enhance community understanding of electoral processes, with a focus on inclusivity and gender-responsive participation.

The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Antony, Dr. Riek Gai Kok, the Governor of Jonglei State, and the Chief Administrator of the Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Gola Boyoi Gola, came together to chart a path forward in resolving issues affecting all three regions.

The Minister of Environment and Forestry, Mabior Garang Mabior, reiterated the government's commitment to responsible environmental management and sustainable development on Monday.

The humanitarian situation in Bazia Payam, Wau County, has sharply deteriorated following the arrival of more than 16,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Tombura, Maringindo, and Nagero Counties since September. Most of the displaced individuals—primarily women, children, and the elderly—are now struggling to survive without adequate food, shelter, healthcare, or clean water.

A group of young leaders launched a new non-violence initiative called “Sout Al Shaab” on Saturday, aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence among local communities.

The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Emmanuel Adil Anthony, issued a stern warning on Saturday to residents that littering or dumping garbage in public spaces could result in legal action.

The governor of Jonglei State, Dr Riek Gai Kok, held an endorsement peace rally on Saturday at the Nyirol County headquarters to promote peace ahead of the 2026 general elections.

The National Minister of Health, Sarah Cleto Rial, on Friday urged political leaders, development partners, civil society, and the private sector to translate commitments into concrete actions.