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Ateny, Telecom Executives Discuss Better Services

Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services Minister Ateny Wek Ateny on Wednesday held talks with representatives of South Sudan's leading telecom companies in Juba.

The meeting focused on ways to improve communication services and enhance digital connectivity across the country. The minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting the telecommunications industry and promoting the growth of the digital economy.

Representatives from MTN South Sudan, Zain Telecom, Digitel Mobile Network, and the National Communication Authority (NCA) attended the meeting.

At least seven people were killed, 16 others injured, and 82 head of cattle stolen in two separate security incidents reported in Western Bahr el Ghazal State over the weekend, according to state police authorities.

MISSING CHILD IN JUBA

A child named Gattiek Tot Kai Teny has gone missing.

Name: Gattiek Tot Kai Teny
Age: 7 years old
Tribe: Nuer
Languages spoken: Nuer, Dinka, and Arabic
Last seen location: Goroyo Residential Area (Suk Arnaf), Juba
Date missing: 13 June 2026

We kindly ask everyone in Juba and surrounding areas to help look for him. If anyone has seen Gattiek or has any information that may help locate him, please contact his family or notify the nearest local authorities immediately.

Please share this announcement widely to help bring him home safely.

QUOTE OF THE DAY: “I have heard that the Vice President is coming to campaign. To you women, let me say this: our campaign as the Twic Community this time is not about merely shouting ‘SPLM Oyee!’ No. Our ‘Oyee’ is for whoever will stock our hospitals with medicines. Our ‘Oyee’ is for whoever will revive our schools, equip them properly, and provide electricity, something our people have lacked since 1993. Our ‘Oyee’ is for whoever will connect our communities through roads linking Wunrok to Ajak Kuach, Toch Ajuath, and Toch Achel. But if the campaign is only about distributing red T-shirts and caps, that is not our 'Oyee.' When you see crowds wearing SPLM red T-shirts, it does not mean they love the SPLM. Many people cannot afford clothes, so they take opportunities to get something to wear and protect their heads from the sun." - W***y Angok Ngor, Former Chairperson of Amiol Youth

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Kapoeta East Commissioner Reportedly Killed in Kessengor Ambush.

The Commissioner of Kapoeta East County was reportedly killed on Thursday after his convoy came under attack while traveling to Kessengor. Authorities say investigations are underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.

MTN South Sudan is facing complaints from customers following changes to the Hureya bundle validity period, which now ends at midnight instead of lasting 24 hours.

UPDATE: Court adjourns session to Friday 12 June 2026

The special court trying Puot Kang Chol and the seven co-accused has adjourned session to Friday 12 June 2026

During the 86 session today, the second accused Mam Pal Dhuor completeted his defense statement.

After hours of presentations, the presiding Judge Dr James Alala Deng adjourned the session to Friday 12 June 2026 where the second accused will be examine by the judges.

President Kiir Reaffirms December 2026 Polls
President Salva Kiir has declared that South Sudan's general elections will proceed as scheduled in December 2026, with nationwide campaigns set to commence in July.
Speaking at a rally in Aweil, he encouraged all prospective presidential candidates to formally announce their ambitions and prepare for a competitive democratic process.
The President emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring that the elections take place on time as preparations continue across the country

Political Parties Registration Status

Ahead of the December 2026 elections, several political parties have not yet finalized their registration. The Political Parties Council has set June 30, 2026 as the deadline for all parties to comply.

Below are the political parties that are officially registered.