Humanitarian Crisis: WFP says South Sudan’s aid crisis is worsening as food stocks in key hubs like Malakal in Upper Nile have plunged from 10,000 metric tonnes to under 300 tonnes, with over a million vulnerable people at risk of losing life-saving support by October. Elections & Governance: Central Equatoria caretaker Governor Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani has installed caretaker ministers, urging teamwork, integrity, and election readiness ahead of the 22 December polls, while commissioners are told to push peace, security, and public mobilisation. Security & Civilian Protection: South Sudan Council of Churches calls for an immediate nationwide ceasefire and an end to arming and mobilising youth, citing violence and disrupted humanitarian access across Upper Nile, Jonglei, Unity, Warrap and parts of Equatoria. Health System Strain: WHO/Health Cluster data shows only 11% of health facilities are highly functional, with a major funding gap and a looming end-September service cliff affecting cholera, nutrition and other outbreak response. Aid Blocked in Jonglei: WFP condemns armed youth assaulting a river convoy in Ayod County, forcing offloading of 162.54 tonnes of food meant for Mogok. Local Administration & Service Delivery: Juba County caretaker commissioner Kalisto Lado orders foreigners out of small retail in Juba, reserving retail for South Sudanese while allowing wholesale and larger investments. Regional Politics: President Salva Kiir tells Kenya’s William Ruto South Sudan has completed legal steps for December elections; Ruto reiterates Kenya’s support and urges dialogue. UNMISS in Yei: UNMISS assessment team arrives in Yei to prepare for a 250+ personnel deployment, reviewing security, health and logistics.