By William Madouk A row surrounding toxic maize flour and other products from Uganda, impounded by South Sudan National Bureau of Standard (SSNBS), still lingers on, with South Sudanese traders feeling the heat. A South Sudanese businessman, Mr. Samuel Sokiri, who spoke to this outlet on behalf of affected traders,[Read More…]
Year: 2023
The Log in South Sudan’s Eye: Mediation Dilemma in Sudan’s Conflict
By Gama Hassan Oscas In a world marked by continuous conflicts and humanitarian crises, the Biblical verse from Matthew 7:3-5 holds a timeless truth that resonates even in the contemporary context of South Sudan’s efforts to mediate or resolve the ongoing conflict in Sudan. As the strife between the warring[Read More…]
Africa’s self-inflicted agony
The land of Africa is full of wealth and the resources we have could be more than enough to erect tall buildings, schools, roads and health centers but where this wealth goes still remains the hardest question of our day. Some say the money is plundered by some key[Read More…]
Whether a domesticated animal or a wild one, what matters is the service delivery
By Malek Arol Dhieu It is confusing to fight for the welfare of the civil servants. The same civil servants suffering are the same civil servants questioning the identity of someone trusted to give them services. What for? Even if the one trusted is a lion, but a lion of[Read More…]
Conflict Analysis Management and Resolution
By Joseph Akim Gordon Conflict analysis is a structured inquiry into the causes and potential direction of a conflict. It seeks to identify opportunities for managing or resolving disputes without recourse to violent action. It may include a variety of analytical methods, and so more information is gathered to[Read More…]
First time election for the Nation
By Esther Lohutuhureng According to Wikipedia, election is a formal group decision-making process by which a population chooses an individual or multiple individuals to hold public office. Elections may fill offices in the legislature, sometimes in the executive and judiciary, and for regional and local government. This process is[Read More…]
Women urge NGOs to increase nutritional supplies
By Ngor Deng Matem Women in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state are appealing to the UN and humanitarian agencies to increase nutrition supplies to improve children’s health. Speaking during celebration of World Breastfeeding Week, Elizabeth Ajok appealed on behalf of Aweil women. “Let us join hands to educate breastfeeding mothers[Read More…]
Training on small arms control Kicks off
By Hou Akot Hou Four-day training on small arms prevention and control has kicked off in Aweil, Northern Bahr El Ghazal state on Monday. The training workshop has been organized by the ministry of Interior Ministry with support from partners. Kuol Gabriel Nyok, a facilitator who jetted in from[Read More…]
Physical exercise improves body health -expert says
By Ngor Deng Matem Regular physical body fitness exercise or going to the gym is one of the ways to improve a person’s health, according to a health official. A clinical officer, Anthony Martin Geng said there are numerous ways to exercise the body, and they all improve people’s health.[Read More…]
Education ministry faces challenges
By Hou Akot Hou Northern Bahr El Ghazal state ministry of education is facing challenges of increase in number of learners amidst limited space. The state minister of education, Mr. Santino Bol Akok told the governor in a meeting convened to assess performance of the sector. Akok said that the[Read More…]
Police arrests conman
By Hou Akot Hou Police in Aweil are holding a suspect accused of selling duplicate humanitarian aid cards to returnees. According to Northern Bahr el Ghazal state police commissioner, Philip Madut Tong, the suspect is identified as Angok Deng Achuil. The accused was caught in the distribution process on Sunday[Read More…]
Minister targets limiting US Dollar Use
By William Madouk The newly appointed minister of finance and economic planning, Bak Barnaba Chol, mooted a plan to de-dollarize the country’s economy, in a bid to boost the local currency and tame rising consumer inflation. According to Bak, South Sudanese have embarked on use of US dollars in their[Read More…]
Increasing TB cases pose threat
By Manas James Cases of Tuberculosis (TB) are on the rise in Ayod County of Jonglei State since the beginning of the year. According to health authorities, at least 45 cases have been recorded but without treatment. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Newspaper, the county health director, Maker Mathot[Read More…]
Eight perish in spate of attacks
By Manas James Armed bandits have killed eight civilians in two separate attacks in Duk County in Jonglei State, local officials said. The attacks occurred on Monday. Peter Latjor Chuol, Duk County Commissioner, said in the first incident which occurred in Panyang, a man was killed, and four children abducted[Read More…]
Former finance minister bids farewell
By William Madouk Former minister of finance and economic planning, Dier Tong Ngor bids farewell after Dr. Bak Barnaba Chol Bak formally took over. Speaking at the event to welcome Minister Bak, former minister Dier, who was sacked on August 3, 2023, pledged to always stand by the latter in[Read More…]
National Budget comes for 3rd reading
By Bida Elly David Revitalized Transitional National Transitional Legislative Assembly resumes sitting for third reading of 2023-2024 fiscal year national budget, today. The national budget was referred for further scrutiny following increment of remuneration for public employees by the parliament. According to the menu, the specialized committee for finance and[Read More…]
The Deceptive Veil of Modern Fake Churches: Beyond the Charismatic Mirage
By Gama Hassan Oscas In the realm of organized religion, modern fake churches have emerged as a concerning trend, often led by self-proclaimed prophets who boast of miraculous displays such as speaking in tongues, casting out demons, and healing the sick. These ostentatious manifestations are frequently taken as the ultimate[Read More…]
Would you do what Albert Fantrau did to Christiano Ronaldo?
Albert Fantrau and Cristiano Ronaldo were football players for a youth club. They outshone other players, and the news of their exceptionality spread like fire in summer grass. A football academy sent some sportsmen to bring them the good news that whoever scored more goals between them would be accepted[Read More…]
Why foreign aid is still hurting Africa
The record of Western aid to Africa in different forms has been and continues to be one of abysmal failures. It is in fact a non-militaristic way of keeping Africa down without realizing its potential in the absence of foreign crutches. We cannot be told that Africa is lame and that someone[Read More…]
The journey to effective public health leadership: Embracing self-awareness and emotional competence
By Anna Modong Alex Today, public health stands at a critical crossroads, requiring leaders with self-awareness and emotional competence to effectively pursue the agenda of preventing diseases, prolonging life, and promoting community health. Studies consistently demonstrate that effective leadership is a cornerstone of successful healthcare systems, improving organizational effectiveness[Read More…]