Article Title (11): Rise from sleep with Jesus Christ, thank God, and in faith and trust you will find grace. Sermon Title: Goliath, the military commander, challenges Saul’s army—Israel, chosen by God 

Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 17:24–58 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ our Lord, Welcome to the fold of our living God in beloved South Sudan. The God of our father Abraham, the God of our father Isaac, and the God of our father Jacob greets...

Sudan and South Sudan strengthen oil, security, and trade cooperation amid regional crises

Daijiworld Media Network - Khartoum Khartoum, Oct 6: Sudan and South Sudan have reached a significant agreement to jointly protect vital oil infrastructure, including oil fields and central pipeline stations that transport South Sudan’s crude to...

Today in Africa - October 7, 2025: Nigeria Has World’s Lowest Life Expectancy, Madagascar President Calls for National Dialogue Tomorrow, South Sudan Faces Renewed Fighting

NEWS Ayo Edebiri, Chanel’s newest brand ambassador, attends the Chanel Womenswear Spring/Summer 2026 show at Paris Fashion Week on October 06, 2025, in Paris. by Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images Every day, OkayAfrica shares a...

Under the blue helmet: India’s contribution to global peace

The Indian Army, among the world’s largest contributors of troops and observers to the United Nations (UN) for undertaking peacekeeping missions, is hosting United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave in New Delhi from...

Africa World Cup permutations: Nigeria, Benin, South Africa and the Group C conundrum

We've reached the final gameweek of Africa's 2026 World Cup qualifying group-stage campaign, and while four group winners have already been decided heading into gameweek yen, there's still much at stake as we arrive at the conclusion of a gripping...

Yes, U.S. Citizens Need a Visa to Travel to These 9 Countries—Including a New One

There are many countries U.S. passport owners have the privilege of being able to visit without needing an advance visa, though this number has been decreasing in recent years. According to the 2025 Henley Passport Index, the U.S. currently has...

Higlights Sudan 0-0 Maritania in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

END OF COVERAGE Thank you for joining us for the coverage of the Sudan vs. Mauritania match for Matchday 9 of Group B in the African Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Stay tuned to all the latest sports news on VAVEL.com. ⏱️90+3 FULL-TIME! The...

Kiir, South African Deputy President reaffirm commitment to peace deal

Author: Lasuba Memo | Published: 3 hours ago President Salva Kiir shakes hands with South Africa’s Deputy President Paul Mashatile - Photo credit: Facebook profile/Paul Mashatile President Salva Kiir and South Africa’s Deputy President Paul...

UAE blocks Sudan oil shipments amid diplomatic fallout, global trader caught in crossfire

According to a report by the Financial Times, the UAE has halted all cargo movements to and from Port Sudan since early August, a move that has significantly impacted the flow of South Sudanese crude oil processed in the emirate of Fujairah, one...

Media Association appeals to court, urges press adherence to court rules

Author: Koang Pal Chang | Published: 7 hours ago Presiding Judge James Alala (center) and his colleagues oversee the fifth day of the trial for Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused in the Nasir Incident case, Wednesday, October 1, 2025. (Photo:...

African peace and security dialogue: Media and controversial soundbites

One of South Africa’s challenges appears to be the relentless creation of controversial soundbites and scant broadcasting for mere story-selling rather than providing ethical journalism and informing the citizens. The Thabo Mbeki Foundation hosted...

Gov’t urges armed groups operating in Western Equatoria to lay down guns

Western Equatoria State Deputy Governor Joseph Marona speaks during launch of Azande Kingdom Cultural Festival in Yambio on Saturday, October 11, 2025. [Photo by Sudans Post]YAMBIO – The government of South Sudan’s Western Equatoria State (WES)...

South Sudan Youth Increasingly Caught in Gang Culture, Street Violence

Outrage swept through South Sudan when video of a gang-rape began circulating on social media in June. The victim, a 16-year-old girl, was a member of a gang in the capital, Juba. The perpetrators were members of a rival gang exacting revenge. Few...

Sudan’s civil war reignites the illicit car trade into Chad

Sudan’s civil war reignites the illicit car trade into Chad Numerous actors are involved in this surging criminal enterprise, with members of the rebel Rapid Support Forces becoming key players. Published on 08 October 2025 in ISS Today By Oluwole...

Death of a rainmaker: When drought means murder in South Sudan

Torit, South Sudan – Solomon Oture was on the run. As a rainmaker, his job was to summon rain – the lifeblood of his small farming community – through prayer and ritual. But after consecutive years of drought, Oture’s relationship with his native...

Opinion: The role of local communities in anti-poaching efforts in South Sudan

Local communities play a multifaceted and critical role in anti-poaching efforts, particularly in regions such as South Sudan, where conservation is often hindered by insecurity, limited state capacity, and human-wildlife conflict. The...

Bright Stars or Broken Stars? Inside the crisis failing the national football team

Adau Leek, the Spokesperson of South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) - Photo credit: Facebook Profile/SSFF JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – The Bright Stars were supposed to be the guiding light of South Sudan. But after two crushing defeats and...

Is the trial of South Sudan's First Vice President a political power play or a quest for justice?

Orapeleng Matshediso|Published 42 minutes ago 7min Since March 2025, Riek Machar, the First Vice President of South Sudan, along with seven others, has been under house arrest for nearly six months. Subsequently, they faced charges of treason,...

Opinion | South Sudan needs real reform, not presidential decrees, to progress

For more than a decade, the South Sudan leaders have governed through decrees, verbal instructions, and recycled elites—leaving ministries without direction and citizens without hope. True change will only come when the system is reformed, not...

Opinion | Dropping Machar charges is in the best interest of South Sudan

The treason charges against First Vice-President Dr. Riek Machar are bound to fundamentally change South Sudan’s political landscape and social cohesion. Dr. Machar has long been at the center of controversial legal, political, and...