Catholic Bishop Santo Laku Pio has called on #SouthSudan[ese] voters to prioritize electing women to leadership positions during the country’s upcoming general elections #SSOX https://t.co/sd54pwz5VT
Representatives of the Apuk Giir and the Marial Wau communities in Warrap and Western Bahr el Ghazal State have presented a joint position paper to state leaders, demanding urgent action to consolidate peace along their shared border - #SouthSudan#SSOX - https://t.co/bDornqHLrO
The Central Equatoria State government has suspended community sports tournaments in Juba indefinitely following recent violence at Munuki Playground and a firearm-related intimidation incident at Buluk Playground. #SSOX#SouthSudan
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South Sudan and Uganda are expected to sign an agreement on border cooperation as bilateral talks resume in Arua this morning for a second day to address recent border tensions in Kajokeji County. #SSOX#SouthSudan
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The Warrap State Government has welcomed a renewed effort by the national government to resolve the long-running border dispute between the Marial Wau and Apuk Giir communities. #SSOX#SouthSudan
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Kajo-Keji County Commissioner Wani Jackson Mule has accused the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) of crossing into #SouthSudan territory and attacking a South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) base along the border in Kajo-Keji County - #SSOX https://t.co/bSvoq8ymXz
The South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) says it has ended illegal tax exemptions as part of efforts to increase government revenue and stop revenue leakages. #SSOX#SouthSudan
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After three years of trying, Malith Dak Deng, believed to be South Sudan’s tallest man and estimated to stand at 7.9 feet, has finally met President Salva Kiir during the country’s Independence Day celebrations. #SSOX#SouthSudan
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio's Statement on South Sudan National Day:
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend congratulations to the people of South Sudan as you commemorate the 15th anniversary of your independence. The United States’ support for the South Sudanese people began decades before independence in 2011. In partnership with religious organizations, civil society groups, and other grass roots movements, the United States has sought to promote a peaceful and prosperous future for the South Sudanese people. The United States looks forward to continuing our work with the people of South Sudan to build a future that benefits both our nations.
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The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has endorsed President Salva Kiir as its sole presidential candidate for the planned 2026 elections. #ssox https://t.co/EIjZHNl7gk
Women with disabilities are calling on the Political Parties Council, electoral management bodies, and other stakeholders to ensure their full and meaningful participation in South Sudan’s electoral and political processes. #SSOX#SouthSudan
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