Russia to Open Embassy in Juba: A New Chapter in South Sudan–Russia Relations

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‎ ‎In a significant diplomatic move, the Russian Federation is preparing to open its embassy in South Sudan between September and October 2025, marking a major milestone in the strengthening of bilateral ties between the two nations. ‎ ‎The news was confirmed by South Sudan’s Ambassador to Russia, Chol Tong Mayay, during a farewell event for a South Sudanese ICT delegation that recently attended the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025). ‎ ‎A Long-Awaited Diplomatic Presence ‎The planned opening of a Russian embassy in Juba is seen as a long-overdue development in South Sudan-Russia relations.  ‎ ‎Since South Sudan gained independence in 2011, Russia has maintained diplomatic accreditation to Juba from its embassy in Khartoum.  ‎ ‎The establishment of a permanent diplomatic mission in the South Sudanese capital is expected to significantly boost cooperation, streamline consular services, and facilitate more direct political, economic, and cultural exchanges....

University Students Protest at GPOC HQ Over Unpaid Tuition Commitments ‎




‎A group of university students from South Sudan’s oil-producing regions staged a peaceful protest on Monday morning at the headquarters of the Greater Pioneer Operating Company (GPOC) in Juba, demanding the company fulfill its promise to cover their tuition fees.

‎The protest resulted in the brief arrest of several students, according to Khamis Othow Omot, Chairperson of the Student Union. 

‎“They were arrested, but they’ve now been released and are back at their office,” Omot told Aweil News Agency. 


He emphasized that the protest was peaceful and organized to draw attention to what he described as a broken promise by GPOC.

‎The student leader warned that the situation remains unresolved and that many affected students may have missed their exams due to the financial uncertainty. The students are calling on GPOC to honor its financial commitment and engage in immediate dialogue.

‎Efforts to get a response from GPOC and police officials were unsuccessful at the time of publishing.

‎This protest highlights ongoing frustration among students from oil-producing communities who say they are being neglected despite the wealth generated from their regions. 

‎As tensions rise, observers are urging both GPOC and the government to address the matter swiftly to avoid further disruption.

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