By John Akoon Former press secretary in the Office of President Ateny Wek Ateny denied having political influence to oppose the Nairobi peace talks. Ateny stated that he does not have influence over any party negotiating with holdout groups in the Nairobi peace talks, adding that all the things[Read More…]
Year: 2024
Greening schools project launched in Juba
Kei Emmanuel Duku A nine-month project aimed at strengthening citizens’ capacity in climate policy, legislation, and financing advocacy has been launched in Central and Eastern Equatoria states. The project to a tune of £73,500 will be implemented by African Democracy and Resilience Network in partnership with Christian Aid, targeting[Read More…]
Central Equatoria vows justice for attack on Jonglei Minister
By Deng Ghai Deng Central Equatoria State has pledged to bring to justice those responsible for the recent attack on travelers, including a minister from Jonglei State. The Jonglei State minister of parliamentary affairs, Nyalele John Chuol’s vehicle was ambushed and fired upon while travelling from Juba to Bor[Read More…]
Activist calls for risk assessment, early warning system on Bor-Juba road
By Deng Ghai Deng Intrepid South Sudan, has urged Jonglei State government to assess the risk levels on Bor-Juba Road and establish an early warning system to ensure safety of travelers. Bol Deng Bol, Chairperson of Jonglei Civil Society Network (JCSN) and Executive Director of Intrepid South Sudan, made[Read More…]
Lightning strikes 5 dead, 22 injured in Lakes State
By Deng Ghai Deng At least five people including a 15-year-old child have died and 22 others have been injured after being struck by lightning in Bunagok Payam of Awerial County, Lakes State. The deputy administrator of Bunagok Payam, Martha Aluet Deng, reported that the deceased, all male, were[Read More…]
Parliament to query halted Warrap State secretariat construction
By Yiep Joseph Warrap State Parliament has revealed plans to question the executive branch regarding the sudden halt in the construction of the state secretariat. Following his appointment, Governor Kuol Muor set up his office under a tree, vowing to continue operations in those conditions until proper facilities were[Read More…]
Mysterious creature devours boy in Pigi
By William Madouk A five-year-old boy has been allegedly killed by an unidentified wild animal in flood-ravaged Pigi County, Jonglei State, according to local authorities. Speaking to No.1 Citizen in a phone call interview, Pigi County Commissioner, Suliman Deng Thon expressed serious concerns about the waiting threat posed by[Read More…]
Tumaini Initiative not dead–Makuei
By Philip Buda Ladu National Minister of Information and government spokesman, Michael Makuei Lueth, has dismissed online claims suggesting that the Kenya-led peace negotiations in Nairobi-the Tumaini Initiative is dead. Makuei emphasized that the Tumaini Initiative is a peace process aimed at bringing peace to the people of South[Read More…]
Northern Corridor moves to promote fair trade in East Africa
By William Madouk Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) strategizes to block loopholes in bid to end graft and promote fair trade in East African region. Bageya Waiswa, the permanent secretary of Ugandan ministry of Works and Transport, also chairperson for Northern Corridor Executive Committee disclosed the[Read More…]
Early and forced marriage is a criminal act punishable by the constitutional courts of law, but cultural adepts keep glorifying the vice. Forcing girls into marriage and worst still at a tender age, to satisfy our thirst for wealth after a suitor or suitors offer large herds of cattle, tantamount[Read More…]
VP Taban campaigns against early, forced marriages
By Yiep Joseph Vice President for Infrastructure, Taban Deng Gai, has called on South Sudanese communities to put an end to early and forced marriages. Speaking at the 40th-day prayers for the late Bior Ajang, highlighted that many young girls continue to suffer from the impact of child marriages.[Read More…]
Warrap records 10 snakebite cases as floods ravages
By Yiep Joseph Authorities in Warrap State are alarmed by a recent registration of ten snakebite cases in the flood-affected Mangar-Ajak village. In an interview, Warrap State Minister of Information and Communication, Wol Mayom, confirmed that a team of seven, including the Minister of Health verified the incidents. “We[Read More…]
Flood victims grieve lack of shelter
By John Akoon Residents of Aweil town in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State are expressing deep concern over lack of shelter for flood victims. Many people who have been displaced, are currently camping along the roadside. In interviews with No. 1 Citizen Newspaper, several residents appealed for urgent assistance from[Read More…]
Kajo Keji County in critical health workers shortage
Kei Emmanuel Duku Commissioner of Kajo-Keji County, David Lisi Christopher, has raised concerns about shortage of health workers in the area, which is hindering access to essential healthcare services. The commissioner noted that the county’s healthcare system has been severely impacted by the 2016 conflict, leading to the destruction[Read More…]
Jonglei Minister survives attack on Juba-Bor highway
By Manas James Okony Minister of Parliamentary Affairs in Jonglei State, Nyalele John Chuol, narrowly escaped an armed ambush while traveling along the Juba-Bor Highway on Sunday evening. Minister Nyalele was en route to Bor for a meeting when her vehicle, displaying government registration, came under fire near Mogiri[Read More…]
IOM delivers water, sanitation, hygiene services in Bentiu
By staff writer The International Organization for Migration (IOM) continues to deliver essential humanitarian services in internally displaced people (IDP) Camp and sites in Bentiu with a focus on the most vulnerable population including women, children and persons with disabilities affected by the ongoing conflict and climate-related disasters. Since[Read More…]
Warrap governor urges pupils to value education
By John Akoon Governor of Warrap State, Kuol Muor Muor, has urged primary school pupils not to take their education for granted. Speaking during the bell ringing for mock examinations for primary eight pupils at Ammy Robbins Primary School, Governor Muor emphasized the importance of education in building a[Read More…]
Activist hopeful for improved civic space in Jonglei State
By Deng Ghai Deng Chairperson of the Jonglei Civil Society Network (JCSN) and Executive Director of INTREPID South Sudan, Bol Deng Bol, has expressed renewed hope for improved civic space in Jonglei state following a communique signed by political parties, security organizations, and civil society groups. The communique, finalized[Read More…]
WATER CRISIS: suppliers defy City Council’s price list
By Yiep Joseph Residents of Juba City are dismayed as water suppliers continue to disregard Juba City Council’s (JCC) order to lower prices per barrel. With many households reliant on mobile water tankers, complaints have surfaced that suppliers are ignoring the mandated price reduction. Last week, the JCC announced[Read More…]
I am a degree holder in fear
By Theem Isaac Machar Akot While citizens are graduating from fear and silence, others have already obtained their PhDs in brutality and embezzlement. This is the paradox South Sudanese are going through. In layman’s terms, the government is cruelly controlling the nation. Hence, citizens lost voices and presentation. This[Read More…]