Junub Reporters

JUST IN: President Salva Kiir Mayardit has issued an order to reduce JEDCO electricity tariffs, making them more affordable for citizens.

Sheirkat gang r*pe case hearing set for October 1

The hearing of 13 suspects accused of gang r*ping a 16-year-old girl in Sheirkat has been scheduled for October 1, 2025.

Molana Josephine Adhet Deng, the lawyer representing the victim, confirmed that the case will be handled by a mobile court at the police station where the suspects are being held.

“This case is vital in our fight against violence towards young women,” Josephine said.

With the date now set, families and rights advocates are hopeful the case will deliver justice.

Vice President for the Service Cluster, Josephine Lagu to address the UN General Assembly this evening from 8:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (South Sudan time).

BREAKING: Bentiu Citizens Protest Arrest of Riek Machar

Mass protests erupted this morning in Bentiu as large crowds took to the streets demanding the release of Dr. Riek Machar Teny-Dhurgon and seven others. Demonstrators denounced the ongoing court proceedings as illegal and contrary to the 2018 peace agreement.

Placards circulating on social media show protesters urging the government to free Dr. Riek and his colleagues, abandon the current court process, and fully implement the peace accord.

Governor Rabi Orders Crackdown on Unauthorized Market Taxation

Central Equatoria State (CES) government has announced a crackdown on illegal tax collectors in all the markets within the city.

This decision came from a security committee meeting held on Tuesday, chaired by Governor Rabi Mujung Emmanuel.

Speaking to the media after the security meeting, Leon Abe Brown, the Minister of Local Government and Law Enforcement Agency said the state will send security to deal with those collecting taxes illegal.

"We found that some self-deployed groups are collecting taxes in markets, which is one of the causes of inflated prices we shall deal with them” he said

Armed Gangs Target Women and Livestock in Aweil South County HQs

A pregnant woman, Nyiru Ayiei Makuachjok, is in critical condition after being attacked by a gang of thieves in Malek Alel at around 2:00 a.m. last night.

In the latest incident, the gang assaulted her while she attempted to rescue her goats, kicking her in the stomach despite her pregnancy. All her money was stolen, leaving her hospitalized as doctors assess the condition of her unborn child.

Residents of Malek Alel say the town has been plagued by a rising wave of gang attacks, with thieves using motorbikes to raid homes, loot property, and steal goats at gunpoint or knifepoint.

“This violence against innocent women is unacceptable. Malek Alel is small, and these thugs will soon be brought to justice,”
Malong Aluong, the husband of the victim, warned.

This is the second gang attack reported in the county headquarters this month, raising concerns over escalating insecurity.

Community members are calling for urgent security intervention and have appealed for prayers for Nyiru Ayiei’s quick recovery.

DEVELOPING STORY: Senior SPLM-IO official has reported that seventy-two of Dr. Riek Machar's bodyguards were released today [Wednesday] from a military detention facility of Giada in Juba after being held for 178 days.

​According to Nyenagwek Manayom, the Executive Director for Dr. Machar's office, one bodyguard, Luka Gathok, died in custody. Twenty-two of those released are currently receiving treament at Juba Teaching Hospital.

​Four senior bodyguards remain in detention and have been identified as Mark Diu Yoah, Par Dang Yuot, Kuok Dang Yiel, and Hoth Chiok.

BREAKING: Ministry of finance announced the payment of September salaries

The Ministry of Finance and Planning has confirmed that salaries for civil servants, organized forces, and transfers to states and administrative areas for September 2025 have been successfully processed and deposited into accounts by September 24.

The move follows directives from the Vice President for the Economic Cluster to ensure salaries are paid by the 24th of every month.

The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to timely salary payments and pledged to continue implementing economic reforms to support recovery and service delivery.

BREAKING: Dr. Riek Machar’s cameraman who was arrested yesterday is released.

Dr. Riek Machar Teny pictured behind Chairman of
SPLM, C-in-C SPLA, late Dr. John Garang de Mabior, seated at United Nations security meeting in Nairobi
18 November 2004

Besides Hon. Nhial Deng Nhial and far right is Cdr.
Deng Alor Kuol (Cut in Grey suits)

The prosecution has raised an objection regarding two defense lawyers in Dr. Riek Machar's case, claiming that Deng John Deng and Warnyang Kiir Warnyang are operating without valid licenses.

They argue that the expired licenses render the lawyers' participation in the trial illegal, potentially compromising the integrity of the defense team.

The prosecution contends that allowing these attorneys to continue would undermine the legitimacy of the proceedings. 

As a result, the court is currently deliberating on whether to permit Deng and Warnyang to remain part of Machar's legal representation. The outcome of this ruling could significantly impact the defense strategy in the ongoing trial.