SSYR News & Statements

Upper Nile airstrikes crisis

SSYR Condemns Juba Regime Airstrikes on Civilians in Upper Nile

November 29, 2025

SSYR strongly condemns the Juba regime for escalating airstrikes, barrel bombs, and systematic destabilisation against vulnerable civilians in Upper Nile and across South Sudan, calling for an immediate halt and full accountability.

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Upper Nile Crisis

SSYR Condemns Ongoing Killing of Civilians in Upper Nile

November 2025

Human rights are universal. SSYR strongly condemns the Juba regime for enabling the ongoing killing of civilians in Upper Nile and failing to uphold the rule of law.

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Special Court in Juba

SSYR Condemns Illegal Arrest of Dr. Riek Machar

Press Release | October 28, 2025

SSYR denounces the unlawful detention and political trial of Dr. Machar and SPLM-IO officials, exposing deep violations of due process...

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Displaced civilians in Mundri

SSYR Condemns SSPDF Atrocities in Greater Mundri

Press Release | October 26, 2025

SSYR condemns in the strongest terms the SSPDF’s violent operations in Mundri that displaced hundreds, looted communities, and burned homes...

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Dr. Riek Machar Teny

SSYR Refutes Allegations Against Dr. Riek Machar

Press Release | October 18, 2025

SSYR dismisses the contradictory allegations against Dr. Riek Machar, denouncing politicized trials and calling for fairness, reconciliation, and respect for due process...

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Puot Kang Chuol

SSYR Refutes Allegations Against Puot Kang Chuol

Press Release | October 17, 2025

SSYR condemns the fabricated allegations against Puot Kang Chuol, denouncing politicized trials and calling for due process and judicial independence...

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UNMISS leaders meet South Africa Deputy President in Juba

SSYR Statement on Rising Political Tensions and UNMISS–South Africa Talks

Press Release | October 8, 2025

SSYR welcomes UNMISS–South Africa engagement amidst escalating tensions, urging an immediate ceasefire, inclusive dialogue, and full adherence to the 2018 peace agreement...

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Anita Kiki Gbeho, Acting UN Representative in South Sudan

SSYR Statement on UN Warning of Peace Deal Collapse

Press Release | October 7, 2025

SSYR echoes the UN’s warning that South Sudan’s peace agreement is in “man-made” collapse, urging leaders to recommit to dialogue, protect civilians, and allow humanitarian access...

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President Salva Kiir Mayardit

SSYR Statement on Kiir’s New Appointments and Power Consolidation

Press Release | October 6, 2025

SSYR raises concerns over President Kiir’s reshuffles, warning they undermine the peace agreement, entrench one-man rule, and politicize governance...

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SSYR Statement on Threats and Intimidation Against Activist Ter Manyang Gatwech

Press Release | October 5, 2025

SSYR strongly condemns the alarming threats of arrest and intimidation directed against Ter Manyang Gatwech, Executive Director of CPA...

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Machar Trial Lawyers Reinstated

SSYR Statement on Machar Trial Defense Lawyers

📅 October 2, 2025

Chief Justice reinstates ejected defense lawyers — but the trial remains tainted by political interference and repression.

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Chief Justice South Sudan

📅 October 2, 2025

SSYR Statement on Chief Justice’s Reinstatement of Lawyers

SSYR acknowledges the Chief Justice’s reinstatement of two defense lawyers in Machar’s trial, but warns this does not erase the wider manipulation of justice. The trial remains tainted by political interference, torture of detainees, and weaponized legality...

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SSYR Condemns Torture in Machar Trial

📆 October 1, 2025

SSYR Condemns Torture in Machar Trial

SSYR rejects the sham trial of Machar and colleagues after testimonies of kidnapping and torture by regime forces. Justice must not be replaced by brutality.

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Free Samuel Peter Oyay - SSYR Statement

📆 September 30, 2025

Free Samuel Peter Oyay

SSYR condemns the arrest of writer Samuel Peter Oyay in Dubai and calls for his immediate release, warning against transnational repression.

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SSYR Rejects Sham Trial of Machar

📆 Published: September 27, 2025

SSYR Rejects Sham Trial of Dr. Riek Machar

SSYR condemns the Juba regime and JCE-backed vendetta against Dr. Machar and colleagues, calling it a sham trial that undermines peace and justice in South Sudan.

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SSYR Responds to VP Josephine Lagu UNGA Speech

SSYR Rejects VP Lagu’s UNGA Narrative

SSYR responds strongly to Vice President Josephine Lagu’s UNGA speech, exposing the false narrative of peace progress while violence, delays, and political persecution continue in South Sudan.

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SSYR Condemns SSPDF Raid on UN Food Aid

SSYR Condemns SSPDF Raid on UN Food Aid

SSYR denounces the SSPDF raid on a UN WFP boat in New Fangak, condemning looting of humanitarian aid and systematic neglect of Upper Nile communities.

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Kiir-JCE Vendetta Against Machar STATEMENT

Kiir-JCE’s Legal Vendetta Against Machar

SSYR exposes how Kiir’s regime weaponizes the law for political vengeance, undermining unity and reconciliation in South Sudan.

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SSYR Echoes UN Call for Fair Trials STATEMENT

SSYR Echoes UN Call: Trials Must Be Fair & Transparent

The UN urged South Sudan to uphold fairness in proceedings against Riek Machar and others. SSYR fully supports this call and rejects political show trials.

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SSYR National Emergency: Oil Shutdown ALERT

National Emergency: Oil Shutdown

RSF drone strikes and disruptions in Sudan have halted South Sudan’s oil exports. SSYR calls for urgent investment in national security, fisheries, and agriculture to protect livelihoods.

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SSYR Rejects Resettlement of Palestinian Refugees

SSYR Rejects Resettlement of Palestinian Refugees in South Sudan

The South Sudan Youth Reforms (SSYR) firmly rejects any plans by the Juba regime in collaboration with Israel to resettle Palestinian refugees in South Sudan. We call for national unity, protection of sovereignty, and prioritizing the needs of South Sudanese citizens first.

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SSYR Statement on Supreme Airlines ICC Threat

SSYR Responds to Supreme Airlines ICC Threat

Government faces possible $1bn ICC case over unpaid debts to South Supreme Airlines. SSYR calls for urgent transparency and resolution.

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SSYR Supports AU on UPDF Withdrawal STATEMENT

SSYR backs AU on UPDF Withdrawal

SSYR supports the AU’s call for immediate UPDF withdrawal to protect sovereignty and civilians.

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SSYR Condemns UPDF Aggression in Kajo-Keji

SSYR Condemns UPDF Aggression in Kajo-Keji

The UPDF’s repeated attacks in Kajo-Keji are an intolerable violation of South Sudan’s sovereignty and an assault on our people. SSYR demands immediate action and justice.

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Latest Statement — 14 Years Since Independence

Date: July 9, 2025

As South Sudan marks 14 years since independence, the South Sudan Youth Reforms (SSYR) calls on all young people to reflect on our country’s state — one still plagued by poor infrastructure, weak institutions, and unhealed wounds from past conflicts.

We believe the future of our nation depends on young people stepping forward with courage and unity. It’s time to build a country where peace, education, justice, and opportunity are not just slogans — but real, lived experiences for every citizen.

“We are the generation that must break the chains of division and silence. It starts with us.”


📢 Upcoming: Youth Peace Forum — Juba (Aug 2025)

SSYR will host a gathering of reform-minded youth in Juba to discuss institutional reform, national reconciliation, and youth-led accountability. Stay tuned!

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Dr. Bol Mel and the Future of South Sudan’s Presidency: A Nation at a Crossroads

Juba, South Sudan – The political landscape in South Sudan is once again at a critical juncture, as discussions around President Salva Kiir Mayardit’s possible successor gain momentum. At the center of these conversations stands Vice President Dr. Bol Mel, a prominent figure known for his business acumen and close personal ties to the presidency — including being the President’s son-in-law..

📅 July 2025   |   ✍️ SSYR Editorial

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NilePet: From National Oil Ambition to Budget Black Hole

Juba, South Sudan – Established in 2009 and transferred to South Sudan upon independence in 2011..

📅 July 2025   |   ✍️ SSYR Editorial

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Why Uganda’s UPDF Is Fighting Alongside Kiir—and What It Means for Nuer Civilians

Juba, South Sudan – Although officially described as stabilizers, UPDF personnel have actively supported SSPDF operations..

📅 July 2025   |   ✍️ SSYR Editorial

Foreign Minister Visit to USA

Foreign Minister’s US Visit Raises Deportation Debate

South Sudan’s new foreign minister visits Washington amid talks of accepting deported individuals from the US — a controversial policy with national implications.

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Empty classroom in Upper Nile

Kiir Regime’s Failure to Educate Upper Nile: An SSYR Analysis

Why is education in Upper Nile still reliant on international NGOs while the government neglects basic infrastructure and public services?

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SSYR Condemns Kiir Over Reath Muoch Removal

SSYR Condemns Kiir Over Removal of Reath Muoch

President Kiir’s revocation of Reath Muoch Tang’s TNLA appointment is an attack on democratic integrity and youth representation. SSYR demands immediate reinstatement.

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