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Abrego Garcia could be deported to Mexico or South Sudan, ICE official tells judge

Abrego Garcia could be deported to Mexico or South Sudan, ICE official tells judge

Key Takeaways: A federal judge may pause deportation of Abrego Garcia amid legal challenges. ICE official says Mexico and South Sudan may accept deportation. Garcia was wrongfully deported to El Salvador in violation of court order. Lawyers argue...

US border czar says he doesn’t know fate of eight men deported to South Sudan

US border czar says he doesn’t know fate of eight men deported to South Sudan

Tom Homan, the US border czar, said he does not know what happened to the eight men deported to South Sudan after the Trump administration resumed sending migrants to countries that are not their place of origin, known as third countries. “They’re...

Elizabeth Shackelford: Donald Trump wants to deport migrants to South Sudan. What awaits them isn’t pretty.

Elizabeth Shackelford: Donald Trump wants to deport migrants to South Sudan. What awaits them isn’t pretty.

When I saw the news a few weeks ago that President Donald Trump’s administration was trying to deport eight men to South Sudan, I was shocked. I had worked and lived in South Sudan as a diplomat and know the country well. It is on the brink of yet...

UAE leaders congratulate President of South Sudan on Independence Day

UAE leaders congratulate President of South Sudan on Independence Day

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, dispatched...

Rayvanny takes over South Sudan’s Independence Day

Rayvanny takes over South Sudan’s Independence Day

Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian music sensation Rayvanny delivered a high-energy performance on July 9, 2025, as he headlined South Sudan’s Independence Day concert at the newly renovated Juba National Stadium. His arrival in Juba was accompanied by a...

Opinion| Unity and meritocracy: The foundation for a prosperous South Sudan

Opinion| Unity and meritocracy: The foundation for a prosperous South Sudan

On July 9, 2011, the world watched in awe as South Sudanese rejoiced and danced to the birth of a new nation, born from blood of millions of heroes and heroines that perished in the 21-years’ fight for independence. May their souls rest in eternal...

International Criminal Court:

International Criminal Court:

Systematic rape and sexual violence are being used as weapons of war in Darfur, the International Criminal Court (ICC) warned on Thursday, as part of a widening investigation into what its Deputy Prosecutor said are escalating atrocities against...

South Sudan’s education crisis; Private schools advance, while the poor are left behind.

South Sudan’s education crisis; Private schools advance, while the poor are left behind.

By Deng Chol In South Sudan, education is supposed to be a right for every child, yet, in reality, it has become a privilege enjoyed by a few who can afford it. As private schools continue to grow in strength and reputation, majority of children,...

South Sudan at 14: Catholic Bishops Emphasize Significance of Independence, Urge Focus on Nation building

South Sudan at 14: Catholic Bishops Emphasize Significance of Independence, Urge Focus on Nation building

“We are a people anointed by hope, strengthened by suffering and sent forth to heal our broken land together,” he said. In the message for the 14th Independence anniversary, he issued under the theme: “Empowered by Grace, Equipped for Mission,...

Dr. Jose Chameleon: South Sudan built me, now I’m giving back

The music superstar, real name Joseph Mayanja, made the announcement before state officials, including the Acting Governor of Western Equatoria State, Daniel Badagbu, also promising a music school By Emmanuel Mandella In a passionate address...

“I can’t do nuttin’ for ya man”, Nigerian Minister quotes Flavour Flav in rejection of Trump policy

“I can’t do nuttin’ for ya man”, Nigerian Minister quotes Flavour Flav in rejection of Trump policy

Nigeria won’t accept 300 Venezuelan deportees from the U.S, Foreign Minister Yusuf Maitama Tuggar said in a TV interview on Thursday, following reports that the White House was pushing African leaders to take in illegal immigrants from third-party...

President Kiir tasks new army chief with reforming SSPDF

President Kiir tasks new army chief with reforming SSPDF

Author: Michael Daniel | Published: 4 hours ago Photo|Courtesy President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the newly appointed Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Dau Aturjong Nyuol, to transform the army into a professional, modern, and accountable...

“Far from freedom”, activist describes South Sudan’s tragedy

“Far from freedom”, activist describes South Sudan’s tragedy

By Alan Clement As South Sudanese enter the 15th year of self-rule, civil Society activist tasked the country to reflect deeply on the meaning of independence. According to Ter Manyang Gatwech, despite immense sacrifices to achieve independence in...

From Lifeline to Empty Shelves: How USAID Cuts Triggered a Deadly Hunger Crisis in South Sudan

From Lifeline to Empty Shelves: How USAID Cuts Triggered a Deadly Hunger Crisis in South Sudan

For more than 30 years, Action Against Hunger has served communities across South Sudan, and they know when they come to our locations, they'll get treatment. Mothers walk for hours through dangerous terrain, carrying malnourished children who...

Nigeria can't take Venezuelan deportees from US, minister says

Nigeria can't take Venezuelan deportees from US, minister says

Yūsuf Akínpẹ̀lú & Natasha BootyBBC News, Lagos & London ShareSave "We already have over 230 million people," says Yusuf Tuggar Nigeria will not bow to pressure from the Trump administration to accept Venezuelan deportees or third-country prisoners...

South Sudan’s FM Arrives in Addis Ababa for Working Visit

South Sudan’s FM Arrives in Addis Ababa for Working Visit

Addis Ababa, July 11, 2025 (ENA)--- The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of South Sudan, Monday Semaya Kumba, has arrived in Addis Ababa this evening for a working visit. Upon arrival at Bole International...

Independence Day Plea: Church challenges leaders to prioritize nation over politics

Independence Day Plea: Church challenges leaders to prioritize nation over politics

Author: Michael Daniel | Published: 26 minutes ago Archbishop Justin Badi Arama, Primate and Archbishop of the Episcopal Church speaking to the media at Juba International Airport. Credit: Awan Moses/Eye Radio Juba, South Sudan (Eye Radio) –...

International Criminal Court: War crimes, systematic sexual violence in progress in Darfur

International Criminal Court: War crimes, systematic sexual violence in progress in Darfur

Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan told ambassadors to the UN Security advice that the ICC has “reasonable reasons for believing” that war crimes and crimes against humanity are committed in the region, where a Conflict deepening Between the...

Abrego could be deported to Mexico or South Sudan, ICE official tells judge

Abrego could be deported to Mexico or South Sudan, ICE official tells judge

The Trump administration hasn't decided where it would deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia if he is freed from a Tennessee jail, but a U.S. immigration official said Thursday that Mexico and South Sudan could be willing to accept the El Salvador native....

South Sudanese bishop celebrates anniversary of country’s independence and end of Christian persecution

South Sudanese bishop celebrates anniversary of country’s independence and end of Christian persecution

On the 14th anniversary of South Sudan’s independence, Bishop Eduardo Hiboro Kussala issued a message urging citizens to recognize their shared mission of renewal and to live as a people “empowered by grace.” “On this glorious day of our national...

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