President Salva Kiir Mayardit Renames University of Northern Bahr el Ghazal ‎

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‎President Salva Kiir Mayardit has announced the renaming of the University of Northern Bahr el Ghazal to the University of Aweil and directed the national parliament to formalize its status as a public university. ‎ ‎The announcement was made during the president’s visit to Aweil, where he pledged government support for higher education and institutional development in the region. ‎ ‎President Kiir instructed lawmakers to undertake the necessary legal procedures to ensure the newly renamed University of Aweil is fully recognized as a public university under South Sudan’s higher education framework. ‎ ‎The move is expected to strengthen access to higher education in Northern Bahr el Ghazal and enhance the university’s role in training skilled professionals to support national development. ‎ ‎Further details on the parliamentary process and implementation timeline are yet to be announced.
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Security Breach at Paloch Airstrip: Two National Security Officers Arrested ‎

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Lt. Gen. James Koang Chuol. Assistant Chief of Defence Forces For Operation and Training. 


‎Tension flared in Upper Nile State on Tuesday after two national security personnel were arrested for attempting to forcibly enter Paloch Airstrip. 

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‎According to the State Governor, the incident triggered a brief exchange of fire, though calm was quickly restored.

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‎This alarming development comes at a time when Paloch and surrounding areas are already grappling with a deteriorating security situation. 

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‎Over the weekend, at least seven people were killed and four others injured during a deadly attack at Paloch market in Melut County. The attackers fled the scene and remain at large.

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‎Authorities have not yet released details about the motive behind the airstrip breach, but investigations are ongoing. The Governor assured the public that security has been reinforced at key locations.

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‎International reactions have followed swiftly. IGAD envoys and several Western embassies, including the U.S., U.K., and the EU, have condemned the ongoing violence in Upper Nile. 

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‎They are urging for full adherence to the permanent ceasefire and a return to dialogue under the Revitalized Peace Agreement.

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‎This series of events highlights the urgent need for stronger local security responses and renewed peace efforts to prevent further destabilization in Upper Nile State.

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‎Stay tuned for more updates as the story develops. 

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