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14/06/2026

NYADOL NYUON OAM
‎Lawyer | Human Rights Advocate | Daughter of SPLA Founder William Nyuon Bany
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‎Born in 1987 in Itang refugee camp, Ethiopia, Nyadol Nyuon is the daughter of Commander William Nyuon Bany, one of the founders of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army.
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‎Her childhood: Walking 40 days back to South Sudan during war → separated from mother → raised in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya. At 18, her family migrated to Melbourne, Australia in 2005 with nothing.
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‎Her fight: Inspired by UNHCR lawyers in Kakuma, she put herself through school. Today she’s a commercial lawyer in Melbourne, Chair of Harmony Alliance - Australia’s migrant & refugee women’s coalition, and regular commentator on ABC The Drum & Q&A.
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‎Why she’s known: Nyadol speaks boldly against racism and media stereotypes like “African gangs”. For this, she faced massive online harassment in 2018 but never stopped advocating for refugees, asylum seekers, and multicultural Australia.
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‎Awards: 2022 Victorian Australian of the Year nominee, Australian Human Rights Commission “Racism. It Stops With Me” Award, OAM - Order of Australia Medal.
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‎Her message: “The future is still as uncertain and as full of potential for beauty and pain for me as for anybody else.”
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‎From Kakuma to courtroom. From refugee to voice for millions.
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13/06/2026

FULL TESTIMONY OF HON. GATWECH IN COURT - APRIL 13, 2026
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‎“Your Lordships, I am an elected representative of the people of Nasir County, unlike appointed members whose loyalty is divided between their created constituencies and the appointing authority.
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‎I was elected in the 2010 general elections when South Sudan was part of Sudan; I was elected to the then-Southern Sudan Legislative Assembly representing *Constituency No. 12, Nasir County, Upper Nile State*.
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‎My constituency covers more than *four of the thirteen payams* of Nasir County. I have served in Parliament for over *fifteen years*, fully entrusted by the people of Nasir to be their voice at the national level; hence, I do not need to seek permission from anyone when it comes to issues affecting Nasir.
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‎The people of Nasir, to whom I owe my loyalty, have made me who I am in the political arena of South Sudan. I will never betray them nor let them down; I will boldly speak on their behalf as long as I am in Parliament.
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‎That is why, when tension arose in *Nasir and Ulang counties in February 2025* due to the movement of barges from *Malakal to Nasir* and rumors of disarmament, we had to move quickly as their representatives in Juba to de-escalate the tension.
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‎Therefore, I will not compromise my constitutional mandates as a representative in Parliament.
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‎My Lords, I will comprehensively elaborate on this once I address our role as the National Legislature,” he stated.
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‎He added, “My Lords, by virtue of that mandate, I bear the constitutional responsibility to represent the will of my constituents, articulate their concerns, safeguard their interests, enact laws, and exercise oversight over the Executive in accordance with *Article 55(1) and 57(a)* of the Transitional Constitution of the Republic of South Sudan, 2011 (as amended), read together with *Regulation 3* of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly Conduct of Business Regulations, 2011 (amended 2021).
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‎My Lords, I a

11/06/2026

From Refugee Camp to World Cup: Awer Mabil’s Journey from Kakuma to the Global Stage
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‎SYDNEY — South Sudanese-Australian footballer Awer Mabil is set to play in his second FIFA World Cup, marking another milestone in a journey that began in a refugee camp.
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‎Mabil was born in Kenya to South Sudanese parents. His family lived in Kakuma Refugee Camp, where he started playing football as a child. With no boots or equipment, he and other children used a rolled-up sock as a ball and played barefoot on the camp grounds.
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‎In 2006, his family was resettled in Australia through the humanitarian program. He continued playing football through local clubs and academies, eventually earning a professional contract.
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‎Mabil has since represented Australia’s national team, the Socceroos, at the international level. He featured in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and is part of the squad preparing for the 2026 tournament.
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‎His story has been widely cited as an example of resilience among refugee and South Sudanese diaspora communities.
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‎Kakuma Refugee Camp, established in 1992, hosts tens of thousands of refugees from South Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia and other countries. Several professional athletes, including NBA and AFL players, trace their early years to the camp.
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11/06/2026

Special Report: Political Party Dynamics & Deepening Frictions Ahead of December 2026 Elections

As South Sudan inches closer to the rescheduled general elections set for December 22, 2026, the country's political landscape is experiencing massive shifts, high-profile breakups, and sharp internal divisions within the major political blocs. Here is what you need to know about the current status of the top parties.

11/06/2026

Kapoeta East Commissioner Feared Killed in Ambush, Authorities Verify Details
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‎TORIT, Eastern Equatoria — The Commissioner of Kapoeta East County is feared dead after his vehicle was reportedly ambushed while traveling to Kessengor, local sources said Wednesday.
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‎Authorities in Eastern Equatoria State and the Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) said they were still verifying details of the incident and had not confirmed the commissioner’s status as of Wednesday evening.
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‎According to initial reports from the area, the ambush occurred along the road to Kessengor. The condition of other passengers or security personnel in the vehicle remains unclear. No group has claimed responsibility.
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‎Officials in Torit and Pibor told media they are gathering information from the field and will release an official statement once facts are confirmed.
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‎Road ambushes have occurred intermittently in parts of Eastern Equatoria and GPAA, often linked to cattle raiding, intercommunal tensions, or disputes over movement and resources. County commissioners frequently travel with security escorts in affected areas.
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11/06/2026

Tensions Rise in Jebel Boma County Over Land Lease and Gold Mining Concerns, Seven Arrested
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‎JUBA, South Sudan — Tensions are rising in Jebel Boma County of the Greater Pibor Administrative Area following the arrest of seven residents, local sources and community leaders said Wednesday.
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‎The arrests come amid growing controversy over a proposed land lease agreement and concerns raised by residents regarding ongoing gold mining operations in the area. Community members have reportedly questioned the terms of the lease, compensation, environmental impact, and level of consultation before the deal was pursued.
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‎Authorities have not released the names of those detained or specified the charges. A local source familiar with the matter said the seven were taken into custody after protests and meetings related to the land and mining issues. It is unclear whether they have been transferred to formal detention or remain at the county level.
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‎Officials in the Greater Pibor Administrative Area and Jebel Boma County have not issued a public statement on the arrests or the status of the proposed land lease as of Wednesday evening.
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‎Land disputes and mining concerns frequently cause tension in South Sudan’s administrative areas. Under South Sudanese law, land is owned by the people and communities, with government and investors required to follow consultation and compensation processes. Gold mining in Greater Pibor has increased in recent years, drawing both investment interest and community scrutiny over benefits and environmental effects.
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‎Those arrested have not been charged in court. Under South Sudanese law and international standards, all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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11/06/2026

Melut Needs a Qualified RRC Director — Here’s Why
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‎Right now NGOs and international development agencies are active in Renk, Malakal, even Nasir. But in Melut, projects are few and community needs are still high.
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‎The reason comes down to one office: County RRC Director.
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‎A qualified RRC Director is the door NGOs must pass through. Here’s what a qualified one does that Melut is missing:
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‎1. Knows NGO Procedures
‎NGOs need project proposals, needs assessments, budgets, and reports. A qualified RRC Director understands donor requirements + writes/properly submits documents. If the office can’t prepare this, NGOs skip Melut and go to counties that are “proposal-ready”.
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‎2. Coordinates Security + Access
‎Before any NGO comes, they ask: “Is the county safe for staff + supplies?” A qualified RRC Director works with SSPDF, police, and chiefs to give security guarantees and clear movement. Without that, NGOs say “risk too high” and stay away.
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‎3. Advocates for Melut at State + National Level
‎In Juba and Malakal, funding decisions are made in meetings. A qualified RRC Director attends, presents Melut’s data on floods, IDPs, health gaps, and fights for budget allocation. If no one speaks for Melut, Melut gets forgotten.
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‎4. Builds Trust with Partners
‎NGOs stay where county leadership is professional, transparent, and responsive. Delays, lost paperwork, or unclear communication = NGOs pull out. A qualified Director keeps projects running year after year.
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‎Bottom line:
‎NGOs don’t avoid Melut because Melut people don’t need help. They avoid because the coordination office isn’t strong enough to bring them in and keep them.
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‎Melut deserves a County RRC Director who can open doors, not close them. Until we have that, development will keep passing us by.
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‎Melut people, do you agree a qualified RRC Director is the first step? Comment

11/06/2026

‎Two Men Arrested in Juba on Sexual Conduct Charges, Police Say
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‎JUBA, South Sudan — Security authorities in Juba have detained two men following allegations of sexual conduct prohibited under South Sudan’s Penal Code, according to a security source who spoke on condition of anonymity.
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‎One of the men is a South Sudanese national. The other is identified as a Sudanese trader operating at Konyo Konyo market. Police officials said the case was first registered at Seskta Commercial Police Station and is expected to be forwarded to the Public Prosecution Office for investigation.
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‎ Authorities did not release the names or images of the suspects, citing ongoing investigations and the presumption of innocence. No further details on the date of arrest or specific evidence have been made public.
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‎Legal context
‎Article 148 of South Sudan’s Penal Code Act, 2008 criminalizes “carnal in*******se against the order of nature.” The offense carries a potential prison term upon conviction. Cases related to this article are periodically reported by law enforcement and local media.
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‎Note to readers
‎The suspects have not been charged in court. Under South Sudanese law and international human rights standards, all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty by a competent court.
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10/06/2026

From: Upper Nile Youth
‎To: Ministry of Finance & AfDB
‎Subject: Don’t Forget Upper Nile This Time*
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‎We, the youth of Upper Nile State, have seen the news: South Sudan will benefit from new AfDB regional development projects after talks in Juba on Monday. We say thank you first 👏 Development is what our country needs.
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‎But we must speak with one voice: Upper Nile must benefit from these projects too.
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‎For too long, our roads become rivers every rainy season. Malakal-Melut, Nasir-Ulang, Renk roads cut our people off from markets and hospitals. Our clinics lack basic drugs. Our graduates walk the streets with certificates but no jobs. When “national projects” come, we hear the announcement on radio, then we watch the work happen somewhere else.
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‎This time we are asking, not begging:
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‎1. Include Upper Nile State in the planning stage, not after decisions are made.
‎2. Prioritize projects that touch daily life: roads, clean water, hospital equipment, youth skills training.
‎3. Bring AfDB teams to Malakal, Renk, Bentiu to hear directly from us youth, women, and elders.
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‎AfDB says “regional development”. South Sudan means all 10 states + 3 Admin Areas. Upper Nile is part of South Sudan.
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‎Question to our leaders:
‎If this money is for all of us, where is Upper Nile in the project list?
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‎We are ready to work, to monitor, to support. Just don’t leave us behind again.

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