Relieved Dr. Kout Bol Nyor was relieved from his position as the undersecretary of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management. Appointed William Chan Acuil, appointed as the new undersecretary. Western Bahr El Ghazal State Relieved officials Adel Wadatanda Nasir, State Advisor on Economic Affairs State ministers Julius[Read More…]
Year: 2023
Parliamentary caucus forms task force to address WASH challenges
By William Madouk Specialized Committee on Water Resources and Irrigation in the National Parliament has taken the lead in establishing a South Sudan parliamentary caucus on WASH to address water, sanitation, and hygiene challenges in the country. The newly formed multi-sectorial body was launched under the theme “together for[Read More…]
Majority citizens still practice open-defecation
By William Madouk At least 63 percent of South Sudanese across the country still practice open defecation, according to the UNICEF and WHO 2019 joint monitoring program report. UNICEF deputy country representative, Mr. Kamil Kamil, said South Sudan continues to be affected by conflict coupled with the impact of[Read More…]
Cabinet passes two Bills
By Bida Elly David Council of Ministers has passed Cyber Security and Computer Misuse Bill, as well as Fiscal Financial Allocation and Monitoring Commission Bill. The Cyber Security and Computer Management Bill is a bill meant to regulate the use of computers to avoid crimes. Meanwhile, on the other[Read More…]
The efficacy of enacting laws in South Sudan: An analysis of the gap between Legislation and Implementation
By Gama Hassan Oscas In the realm of legal and human rights discourse, South Sudan has long stood as a case study in the challenges of enacting laws to protect human rights and prevent crimes. The nation, which gained independence in 2011, has faced numerous struggles and conflicts since its[Read More…]
Addressing the gap between the rich and the poor
By Theem Isaac Machar South Sudan, a multilingual country with 64 tribes, has been divided into two groups: The Poor and the rich (oppressors and the oppressed). The oppressors control the government and promote totalitarianism, while the oppressed constitute a larger number living in extreme destitution. They have no[Read More…]
Over 425,000 school girls to receive cash
By Charles K Mark Ministry of General Education has announced another Girls’ Education South Sudan (GESS) cash transfer window to commence on Monday. Minister Awut Deng Acuil said the direct cash transfers will only be remitted to beneficiaries, enrolled in schools and regularly attending classes from primary five to[Read More…]
Kiir eulogizes late Bishop Paride
By Gladys Fred Kole President Salva Kiir Mayardit conveys condolence to Catholic Diocese of Torit and the faithful worldwide over the death of Emeritus Bishop Paride Taban. Emeritus Bishop Paride died on Monday at the age of 87, in Nairobi, Kenya, where he had been taken for treatment. In[Read More…]
Salary increment skips MPs, ministers
By Bida Elly David Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning has suspended payment of constitutional post-holders and legislators in the adjusted salary structure. Government’s spokesperson, Michael Makuei, said that the new salary structure does not apply to constitutional potholders. “It is worth mentioning that the new salary structures are[Read More…]
Aweil to crack down on poor sanitation
By Hou Akot Hou Aweil town municipal council authorities in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State are planning to launch a door-to-door search to crack down on households without sanitation facilities at home, especially pit latrines. The town council said a committee has been set up to enable them to[Read More…]
Over 40 women trained in vocational skills
By Yang Ater Yang Over 40 women from Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and host communities in Awerial County have completed a three-month hairdressing and tailoring training. Finland Church Aid through support from Finland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs supported the training. County officials and representatives from both IDPs and host[Read More…]
Man killed in dowry dispute
By Ijoo Bosco A man has killed his in-law over misunderstandings at a dowry payment meeting, Authorities in Losite Payam, Ikotos County of Eastern Equatoria state, said. According to the authorities, the deceased man was pursuing his brother in-law who eloped with his sister but hadn’t paid the dowry.[Read More…]
NBG Youth leader jailed
By Hou Akot Hou A court in Northern Bahr El Ghazal State (NBGs) has sentenced the Chairperson of the Youth Union Mr. Tito Awen Bol to one-month imprisonment. Mr. Tawen Bol was arrested on Tuesday along with two other colleagues. He was dragged to court on Wednesday, November 1,[Read More…]
Yesterday, the media commemorated the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists with stakeholders calling for protection. They also asked the authorities to conduct a comprehensive investigation of the killing of journalists. This call is a crucial step toward protecting press freedom and upholding the values of democracy.[Read More…]
Gonzaga FC crowned 2023 champions of Rumbek
By Yang Ater Yang. Gonzaga FC has won the Rumbek Local Football Association (RLFA) South Sudan Cup 2023. Gonzaga was crowned champions of the state FA Cup tournament after beating their local rivals Gold Star FC 1:0 in the final game played at Rumbek Freedom Square on Wednesday. The[Read More…]
Adil calls for upholding of rights as election approaches
By Bida Elly David Central Equatoria State governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has called for upholding and respect of Citizen’s rights as the country prepares for the general elections at the end of the transitional period. Speaking during a one-day forum on human rights enhancement for the inclusion of stakeholders’[Read More…]
Summit calls for ratification of UN convention
By William Madouk Inter-ministerial summit on migration governance has wrapped up with a call for South Sudan to ratify the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crimes (UNTOC). At least ten ministries signed a communiqué on Thursday to enhance proper migration governance in the country. “We urge concerned institutions[Read More…]
South Sudan, Ethiopia sign road infrastructure deal
By Bida Elly David Government of South Sudan has signed a bilateral agreement with Ethiopia on the construction of roads connecting the two Countries. The development transpired during a bilateral meeting between President Kiir and the Ethiopian deputy prime minister, Demeke Mekonnen Hassen on Wednesday. A statement from the[Read More…]
UNMISS peacekeepers from China recognized for their contributions to protecting civilians and helping build peace
By Staff writer For Blue Helmets serving for peace with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), personal reward remains second to helping conflict-affected populations feel safe. However, 332 dedicated women and men from China deployed as engineers and medical peacekeepers to this young nation’s Western Bahr El[Read More…]
The equitable use of the Nile comes with ratification of the Cooperative Framework Agreement
By Malek Arol Dhieu The solutions we go and fetch from the European Union, United Nations, and other continental organizations are in Africa’s African Union. It looks so awkward for one to have his own umbrella, but he leaves it, goes, and lodges under the umbrella of the grandson[Read More…]