, Chuol Jany, has been elected as the new Chairperson of the National Editors’ Forum (NEF), a professional body representing editors across South Sudan.){kind=link}
Author: Otto Abut| CRN – The Chief Editor of Catholic Radio Network (CRN), Chuol Jany, has been elected as the new Chairperson of the National Editors’ Forum (NEF), a professional body representing editors across South Sudan.
This came after National Editors Forum (NEF), in partnership with the Union of Journalists of South Sudan (UJOSS) and with support from UNESCO, organized a two-day Editors’ Training and General Assembly under the theme:“Strengthening Editorial Excellence Ahead of South Sudan’s 2026 Elections”
The election was held on 1st August during the conclusion of a two-day editorial workshop and general assembly in Juba. This event marked the first national gathering of editors since 2016, bringing together over 30 participants from various media houses to deliberate on editorial standards, newsroom reforms, and media professionalism.
The newly elected seven National Council will lead NEF until 2027 and is composed of Chuol Jany, Chairperson deputize by Rehama Benjamin an Arabic Editor from Equator Broadcasting Cooperation.
Other elected members include John Wulu Deng, Secretary and Morris Doga, Deputy Secretary while Suzan Gabriel, Treasurer deputized by Wek Atak, Deputy Treasurer and Waden, National Council Member
Chairperson Chuol Jany Bol, who previously served as interim leader, called for unity among editors to reform the professional association.
“This is a moment for editors to come together and transform our association. We cannot achieve this alone—it requires teamwork and strong partnerships with both national and international media development institutions,” he said.
He extended gratitude to UNESCO, UJOSS, AMDISS, and the Media Authority for their ongoing support, and reaffirmed NEF’s commitment to working with media partners to strengthen journalism in South Sudan.
On Thursday, national Minister of Information Hon. Michael Makuei Lueth emphasized the importance of editorial reforms and the fight against misinformation.
“Editors must keep the country’s interest at heart and help combat misinformation. The government is ready to support the training of journalists and editors, especially ahead of the upcoming elections,” Makuei said, pledging collaboration with the new NEF leadership.
UJOSS Secretary General Majak Daniel urged the Editors’ Forum to play a stronger role in content moderation and set editorial standards in newsrooms across the country.
AMDISS Executive Director Ayaa Irene reminded editors of their critical role as gatekeepers, encouraging them to remain focused on editorial responsibilities and avoid political entanglements.
The workshop highlighted the need for improved editorial practices, stronger professional networks, and continued advocacy for press freedom and ethical journalism in South Sudan.