African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
JUBA — The Government of South Sudan has firmly dismissed claims of a planned extension of its mandate, reiterating its commitment to hold national elections in December 2026 as scheduled. Minister of Information, Communication, Technology and Postal Services, Ateny Wek Ateny, said both the Presidency and the Council of Ministers have endorsed a resolution confirming […]
JUBA/NEW YORK — The Government of South Sudan has formally rejected key aspects of a recent report by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, arguing that it oversteps the mandate of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and misrepresents the realities on the ground. Presenting the government’s position before the United Nations Security Council, […]
KWALE, Kenya — A new partnership between the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) and the Camões Institute is set to boost coastal restoration and eco-tourism in Kenya, with over 65,000 mangrove seedlings expected to be grown and nurtured under the Gazi Bay Coastal Restoration and Eco-Tourism (G-CORE) initiative. The agreement, signed during an official visit to […]
JUBA/WASHINGTON DC — The administration of Donald J. Trump has reaffirmed its engagement with Africa, outlining a shift in foreign policy from traditional aid to trade, investment, and strategic partnerships—a move expected to have direct implications for countries such as South Sudan. The policy direction was presented in Washington during a high-level briefing by officials from […]
Prime Africa Editorial Desk – The unfolding crisis in the Strait of Hormuz is more than a regional confrontation—it is a stark reminder of how a single maritime corridor can shape the fate of the global economy. What was once a dependable artery for nearly a fifth of the world’s oil and LNG has, in a […]
Jonglei State, South Sudan — The United Nations Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan has expressed grave concern following reports that human remains have been uncovered in Jonglei State, warning that the full extent of suffering linked to renewed violence in the country may be far greater than currently documented. According to preliminary information, […]
Upper Nile State, South Sudan — Thousands of Sudanese refugees sheltering in Chumedi Payam in Renk County are grappling with a worsening humanitarian crisis, as severe water shortages threaten their survival amid prolonged dry conditions linked to climate change. Nearly three years after fleeing the outbreak of war in Sudan in April 2023, many refugees […]
Juba, South Sudan — A new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm over a growing public health crisis in South Sudan, revealing that nearly one million people are currently living with Hypertension. Health experts warn that the condition—often referred to as a “silent killer”—could claim up to 3,000 lives annually if […]
YAMBIO, South Sudan — The Governor of Western Equatoria State, Badagbu Daniel Rimbasa, has unveiled a strengthened joint peace outreach initiative in partnership with religious leaders, aimed at engaging armed groups, promoting reconciliation, and consolidating stability across the state. The announcement was made during a high-level engagement in Yambio County that brought together church leaders, […]
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa has marked its 20th anniversary with a high-level convening in Addis Ababa, calling for urgent action to scale practical, farmer-centered solutions aimed at strengthening food systems, boosting rural incomes, and accelerating agricultural transformation across the continent. The gathering, held alongside AGRA’s Board Retreat […]
