By hooks and crooks, the government has been trying its very best to eradicate hunger, but the effort goes futile. Every year, a fatal war is waged against hunger through prioritizing agriculture, but all in vain. When the government sees that it is overwhelmed, it opens the door for international[Read More…]
Year: 2023
After all we have been through, we are living martyrs
Living in South Sudan is not for the weakest because the truth is you are always in for the biggest shocks of your life. As you navigate the rough terrains of life, this country has a smart way of taking you farther behind. As I have always mentioned, we are[Read More…]
Ten factors to strengthen the education system and institutions in South Sudan [Part 1]
By Philip Abiel It was on July 13, 2023, when the National Council of Examinations of South Sudan announced the results of the National Secondary School Examinations for the academic year 2022-22023. The announcement, this time around, was unusual because it was received with mixed reactions and shocks by members of[Read More…]
People with Disability Deserve Respect and Support
By Joseph Akim Gordon Disabilities occur when a person has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. There are people who are born with disabilities—for instance, people who are born blind, deaf, or missing limbs—and others who are disabled through accidents like[Read More…]
We are at the mercy of nature as food insecurity has become part of the prevailing disease in our communities. Food insecurity by the standards of living means the lack of access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food for an active and healthy life. It is a serious matter not[Read More…]
Attackers kill four in road ambush
By Manas James At least four people were killed, and five others injured in a cattle raid in Uror County in Jonglei State yesterday, authorities said. Speaking to No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, Machot Gatluak Kenyjak, said about 700 head of cattle were also stolen during the raid. “Those killed[Read More…]
Rumbek Peace tournament kicks off
By Yang Ater Yang An inter-Payam Peace tournament in Rumbek Central County, Lakes State, kicked off on Monday at Rumbek Freedom Square. In the opening game, Dr. Nyot FC of Malek Payam battled it out with Amongpiny Payam’s Cuei-adunkan FC. And Dr. Nyot FC won the match by two goals[Read More…]
Unity State governor appeals for urgent humanitarian aid
By Gladys Fred Kole Unity State Governor, Joseph Monytuil has stressed the need for urgent humanitarian assistance and support for flood-affected people in the area. According to the governor’s office, Monytuil on Tuesday appealed to President Salva Kiir regarding the situation of the flood-stricken communities in Unity State. Tuesday’s meeting[Read More…]
Christians arrested for fighting on Sunday
By Manas James Police in Jonglei State capital, Bor town are holding 27 members of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan (ECSS) who were engaged in a fistfight over leadership of a church in Bor town on Sunday. Members of rival ECSS factions in Jonglei State clashed on Sunday. The[Read More…]
Minister refutes US insecurity report
By Bida Elly David Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Deng Dau Deng, has refuted the US Department of State report that South Sudan remains a dangerous place for humanitarian workers. The US Department of State report on the implementation of the peace agreement alleges that the parties[Read More…]
President Kiir appeals for UN support to tackle food insecurity
By Gladys Fred Kole President Salva Kiir Mayardit appeals to United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to support South Sudan’s bid to develop a robust agricultural system to improve food production. The president appealed on Tuesday, during a meeting with a high-level delegation of the Rome – based U.N[Read More…]
UN predicts danger in South Sudan
By Bida Elly David UN food and agriculture agencies have warned of a deepening crisis in South Sudan, saying that the situation may worsen without immediate action and investment in resilience. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the World Food Programme (WFP)[Read More…]
Is it Election or Search for Legitimacy? South Sudan’s Rocky Road to Credible Elections in December 2024
By Gama Hassan Oscas South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, has faced numerous challenges since gaining independence in 2011. A key milestone in the nation’s quest for stability and democratic governance is the scheduled general elections set for December 2024. However, the environment and timing of these elections raise serious[Read More…]
A soldier names his 5th child “weu aliu”
Many people may think I’m making it up, but I’m not. If I were in a free country, I would corroborate this story with that soldier’s identity. But because of the fear that I may be mistaken, let it go anonymous like this. Dedicated to the liberation struggle, Simon did[Read More…]
Juba Urban Water Corporation Bears Responsibilities for Water Crisis in Juba
By Joseph Akim Gordon In the past, Juba Urban Water Corporation was responsible for the water sector in Juba; it built water infrastructure and provided water directly to consumers. Its services started declining over the years because of poor provision of water services to consumers. The underground pipes were damaged,[Read More…]
Protection against Hepatitis B
By Agar Mayor Gai-Makoon Last week the world commemorated the World Hepatitis Day. On this day we not only remember the lives lost to the deadly disease, but it is also a break to revise our health system and approaches that aim at controlling hepatitis B through testing, early diagnosis[Read More…]
The truth will always leave you in shock
To be a part of the problem, one must be sure of the fact that they are also part of the solution. You cannot say you have no blood in your hand, or you have not contributed to global poverty, mess, name it. The greatest world companies are to be[Read More…]
Melut commissioner maps development blueprints
By William Madouk Since his appointment, Mr. Barech Lual Chol, Commissioner of Melut County in Upper Nile State faced hectic times, resettling returnees who fled gunfire from neighbouring Sudan. After sorting out returnees, Mr. Chol now charted developmental blueprint priorities, for instance, the construction of over 11 km of feeder[Read More…]
Stranded returnees receive cash
By Ngor Deng Matem Returnees who were stranded at the Aweil East County headquarters upon their arrival from Sudan have received cash assistance from humanitarian organization, Action Against Hunger (ACF). The returnees were living in a dire situation and did not know where to go but the cash assistance has[Read More…]
Over 30 trained on constitution making process
By Yien Gattour Mead At least 30 people have attended one-day training on the ongoing constitution making process designed to pave way for enactment of the permanent constitution of South Sudan. The training organized at Superior Hotel in Rubkona County by Upper Nile Youth Mobilization for Peace and Development Agency[Read More…]