By William Madouk Parties in the Tumaini Initiative, on Saturday gathered at the home of Gen. Paul Malong Awan, leader of the South Sudan United Front/Army (SSUF/A), in Nairobi, for a trust-building dinner. This event organized by Gen. Malong aims to strengthen relationships and establish confidence among key stakeholders,[Read More…]
Year: 2024
LEGITIMATE: Ayii addresses ‘contentious’ leaked cheque
By William Madouk A businessman, Ayii Duang Ayii, owner of South Supreme Airline defends legitimacy of leaked, controversial documents and cheques amounting to millions of dollars. He clarified that the amounts in question have not yet been paid. Ayii’s address came after social media erupted with exchanged letters between[Read More…]
Empowering women in a country is a great change to the community and the society at large just because they are great thinkers. Women think of great things that change communities, they only want to see peace in any situation, and their focus is on development. South Sudan needs more[Read More…]
UNISFA delegation visits Juba
By staff writer On August 12, a UNISFA delegation, led by Acting Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Robert Affram, arrived in Juba for a four-day official visit. The purpose of the visit was to formally extend introductory courtesies to officials of the Government of South Sudan[Read More…]
Over 120 police to receive training in Rwanda
By Bosco Bush South Sudan National Police Service is set to dispatch more police personnel for further professional training in Kigali, Rwanda. The training aims at equipping the institution with a professional workforce. According to a statement obtained, at least one hundred and twenty (120) comprising commissioned and noncommissioned[Read More…]
Youth Enterprise Fund policy under review-Minister
By Bosco Bush Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr. Joseph Geng Akech, has said the Youth Enterprise Fund policy is under review. Youth empowerment is a key aspect of both the transitional constitution and the 2018 peace agreement, yet many young people feel that the initiative has been inadequately[Read More…]
MSF suspends operations in Ulang County over threats
By Deng Ghai Deng The French medical Charity Doctors without Borders also known as Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has been forced to evacuate its international staff and suspend operations in Ulang County, Upper Nile State, following serious threats from a local individual. The organization confirmed this in a statement[Read More…]
RELIEF: Jebel Lado flood victims receive food
By William Madouk Residents of Jebel Lado Payam in Juba County are breathing a sigh of relief as food assistance is provided to those affected by severe flooding after Central Equatoria State Governor Gen. Augustino Jadalla’s administration provided food to subdue hunger. This aims to alleviate the hunger crisis[Read More…]
Kiir fires Finance Ministry Undersecretary
A chilly Friday 16th August 2024, evening brought the service of 1st Undersecretary of Finance in the ministry of finance and planning, to an abrupt end.In a decree announced over the national broadcaster, South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC), President Salva Kiir Mayardit relieved Malual Tap Dieu, from officeA preceding song,[Read More…]
Abandoned path to stable healthcare system
By Agar Mayor Gai-Makoon The key thing about the healthcare system is that when it is malfunctioning, everything else gets affected. According to studies, nations with strong healthcare systems are more productive, happier and generally peaceful. In light of available resources and competing needs, stable healthcare system seeks to[Read More…]
Man arrested after wife commits suicide
By Yang Ater Yang Authorities in Lakes State are investigating the tragic case of a 20-year-old woman, identified as Mrs. Mangoaw Ayar, who recently took her own life in Wulu County. The incident occurred earlier this week in Domuloto Payam. Lakes State Police spokesperson Maj. Elijah Mabor Makuac reported[Read More…]
Central Bank, Finance Ministry agree to enhance cash management
By No. 1 Citizen The Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at improving liquidity and operational cash management. According to a statement, this new framework is designed to streamline financial transactions by minimizing the need for physical cash and encouraging[Read More…]
Health officials reassure of Malaria vaccine safety amid rumors
By James Innocent Health authorities in Yei River County of Central Equatoria State have reassured the public that the malaria vaccine is safe after rumours circulated that the vaccine was not safe. The Director of the County Health Department, Michael Lugala, has called for an end to misinformation regarding[Read More…]
UNDP, gov’t discuss development, governance
The newly appointed United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) representative in South Sudan, Dr. Mohamed Abchir discussed with First Vice President, Chairperson of the Governance Cluster, Dr. Riek Machar Teny, a key step towards establishing collaborative efforts on governance and development. The meeting served to reaffirm UNDP’s commitment to promoting inclusive,[Read More…]
Police arrest two suspects over defilement in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Yang Lakes State police have confirmed the arrest of two men on Tuesday, accused of defiling a 12-year-old girl the previous night. The incident took place in Awerial County during a family gathering. According to Lakes State Police spokesman Maj. Elijah Mabor Makuac, the young girl[Read More…]
New Juba Mayor tasked to improve sanitation, infrastructure
By Deng Ghai Deng The Governor of Central Equatoria State, Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, has issued a clear mandate to Johnson Swaka, the newly appointed Mayor of Juba City Council. The governor emphasized the urgent need to address the city’s sanitation and infrastructure challenges. Swaka was sworn in as[Read More…]
Gov’t to safeguard online content
By Bosco Bush The Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Service is set to launch a surveillance machine that will track content shared online by internet users. The motive is aimed to fight misinformation and disinformation shared online particularly by social media users across the country. Deputy Minister[Read More…]
US Envoy urges gov’t to declare stand on election
By Philip Buda Ladu The U.S. Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, is urging the transitional unity government (RTGoNU) to come out boldly and declare the elections’ conduct. Despite the National Election Commission (NEC) announcing December 22, 2024, as the date for the polls meant to conclude[Read More…]
SSPDF captures armed civilian over Nasir attack
By Deng Ghai Deng The South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) have reported the capture of an armed local civilian after an attack on their Wei-Yar-Adiu barracks in Nasir County on Thursday morning. Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, the SSPDF spokesperson, confirmed that a group of armed young men[Read More…]
INSIGHT: Jadalla’s 100 days in office
By Deng Ghai Deng Central Equatoria State Governor Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani is celebrating a significant milestone, his first 100 days since on May 3, 2024, taking office. During this period, Governor Jadalla launched an ambitious reform agenda designed to tackle financial mismanagement, streamline state operations, and enhance[Read More…]