By William Madouk South People’s Defense Force’s engineering corps expressed disappointment that it is not receiving any road contracts. Addressing the delegates at the just concluded National Economic Conference Dr. Pierre Atilio-Ekwa, said contracts are only awarded to civil companies, stating that the Army is only allowed to guard the[Read More…]
Year: 2023
Heavy rains cut off Bentiu from three counties
By Yien Gattour Heavy and lengthy rain has rendered the road connecting Bentiu headquarters to three counties of Mayiendit, Leer and Koch unusable, hindering movement and trade activities. The area has experienced floods in subsequent rainy seasons, causing destruction of property. Since the start of the conflict in 2013, repairs[Read More…]
Finance Minister to assess state tax institutions
By Bida Elly David South Sudan’s national minister of finance and economic planning, Dr. Bak Barnaba Chol disclosed a plan to conduct state tour to assess financial institutions with a focus on tax collection. The minister’s proposed assessment tour is prompted by reports of misappropriations, believed to be hindering the[Read More…]
A man dies after killing three
By Yang Ater Yang Unclassified Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) staff succumbed to bullet injuries after killing three others and wounding one person, in Lakes state. The deceased include RRC chairperson, Dut Malual Chahoch, a senior staff, Joseph Maker Amuom, a captain in prison service, Maker Koc-jook and another person[Read More…]
Survey shows uncertainties in 2024 polls
By William Madouk A perception survey on peace in South Sudan, a three-year research project conducted in more than 13 or 15 counties, shows the much-anticipated 2024 election will be marred by unprecedented circumstances. An Academician, Mr. Christopher Oringa, who authored the opinion poll, presented the outcomes on the fifth[Read More…]
Give time for economic resolutions- Kiir
By William Madouk South Sudan President requests citizens for patience as government commits to implement resolutions of the just concluded first-ever national economic conference. President Salva Kiir Mayardit, while addressing delegates at the closing of the economic conference on Saturday, said civilians should be patient as changes do not happen[Read More…]
No thief grows grey hair
Continue stealing money and you be buried young! If the fact that there are thieves with grey hair has cheated on you to continue stealing, then be aware that the number of the dead triples that of the living and the truth behind it is that there are people who[Read More…]
When home is not what it is supposed to be
Whatever I thought I knew about myself and the past of my country, or where I live is soon made redundant once I think about my future and that of the country. I have always wanted to know why home has been unkind. Why the suffering and pain? Why there[Read More…]
The lawful recourse of appeals: A prudent choice over protests in contesting court decisions
By Gama Hassan Oscas In the realm of legal disputes, the repercussions of court decisions are profound, often impacting the lives, livelihoods, and rights of individuals and organizations alike. It is not uncommon for both judgment debtors and judgment creditors to find themselves dissatisfied with the outcomes of court proceedings.[Read More…]
Open letter to former AU ambassador to the USA
By Ajak Diing Deng Dear Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, Warmest wishes and congratulations on your hard work and dedication to your craft. You have spent much of your life helping others, and we thank you for your efforts in making the world a better place. Madam, may your future be[Read More…]
Enhancing Literacy Skills Through Biblical Education
Across the world, armed conflict, instability, drought and famine are situations that have driven many people away from their homes with some ending up in refugee camps, internally displaced camps with little or no education. As the world marks the 56th commemoration of the International Literacy Day event organized by[Read More…]
Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Bentiu camp in Unity state recently were on the streets protesting aid cut by humanitarian agencies, then, returnees in Magwi county of Eastern Equatoria state, followed suit. The two communities live under two different environments; yet face similar and common life threats. Whereas the IDPs[Read More…]
Episcopal University installs new Vice Chancellor
By Charles K Mark Episcopal Church of South Sudan (ECSS) appointed a new Vice-Chancellor for Bishop Gwynne College in Juba and launched a new School of Law, on Tuesday. The school of law is the latest faculty added at the ECSS-founded institution. Other faculties are Theology, School of Education in[Read More…]
Minister vows to improve foreign policy
By Mamer Abraham Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, James Pitia Morgan, who is praised for being a workaholic, has promised to advance the country’s foreign policy. Speaking during his welcoming ceremony, Pitia said he was willing to maintain the working spirit for the attainment of foreign policy goals.[Read More…]
Machar urges decisive action on security arrangement
By Mamer Abraham First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar Teny, has emphasized the need to implement key tasks of the revitalized peace agreement to avert the arms embargo imposed by the United Nations. Dr. Machar said an arms embargo would be useless if the country fully implemented the agreement The[Read More…]
Family demands justice for son killed by SSPDF officer
By Manas James A family of a man who was fatally shot by an SSDF officer in Bor, Jonglei State last week has appealed for justice. Family’s representative, Michael Buol, told No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Friday that they are devastated by the gruesome murder of his 23-year-old nephew[Read More…]
Jiggers invade community in Eastern Equatoria state
By Ijoo Bosco Modi Several villages in Iswore Boma in Eastern Equatoria state of South Sudan, have been invaded parasitic Jiggers. The affected villages include Iswore, Gara, Argentina, Kicenga, Tingili, Lobone, hai Matara,Tingili, Kicenga and Lomarate center, among others. According to Iswore Boma Chief, David Ochan, since May last year,[Read More…]
Returnees protest over hunger By Ijoo Bosco Modi Over 200 returnees from Maji, Uganda, marched to the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) office in Magwi County to demand basic needs and services. The group, which includes women, children, and elderly people, said they started their journey at 5 a.m. from[Read More…]
Bulky army strains national budget- Prof. Akec
By Mamer Abraham Vice Chancellor of the University of Juba, Professor John Apuruot Akec, has decried the huge number of South Sudan army if wages were to be increased. In his presentation at the National Economic Conference, Prof. Akec said the oversized military will have a negative impact on the[Read More…]
We at times lavish our appreciation to a different direction forgetting the one who deserved it. Absolution is required at this observation as we ponder on the JICA donation of three trucks and two Vans to Juba city council for garbage management. National minister for environment and forestry, Josephine Napwon[Read More…]