By Very Rev. Nathaniel Garang Aduotdiit (Proverbs 20:10 NLT) “False weights and unequal measures— the Lord detests double standards of every kind.” There is no greater joy in a Father’s heart than a son being trusted and spoken well of. A son that has a reputation is indeed the pride[Read More…]
Year: 2024
Life is a marathon, not a sprint
Sometimes, when we see others ahead of us, we put it the wrong way that, we are left behind and forget even where we are, forgetting the need to appreciate what we are and what we have, though there are sometimes in our life when God can really break our[Read More…]
Central Equatoria sets grand strategic development plan
By William Madouk Central Equatoria State government on Friday, unveiled a five-year strategic plan, with lasting peace, service delivery and developmental projects as priorities. Drafting of the strategic plan to realize a lasting peace and service delivery in six counties, was done in a three-day workshop, convened by the[Read More…]
Jadalla forms flood mitigation taskforce, public transport committee
By Kidega Livingstone Central Equatoria governor has formed State Flood Mitigation Taskforce and Public Transport Drivers Union steering committees. Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, on Friday, issued gubernatorial orders for the formation of the two committees. One committee is aimed at mitigating challenges resulting from flooding while the other,[Read More…]
Duk, Twic East communities agree to end hostilities
By Deng Ghai Deng Ayual community of Twic East County and Hol community of Duk County have agreed to end a deadly conflict that has left more than 15 people dead over the past few months, officials announced on Sunday. The agreement was reached during a consultative peace conference[Read More…]
Cueibet lawmaker condemns attack, calls for state action
By Deng Ghai Deng A legislator representing Cueibet County, Lakes State in the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), Juol Nhomngek Daniel has strongly condemned a violent attack that occurred early Saturday morning. In a statement released to the press, Nhomngek expressed deep condolences to the families in Aburiu Payam[Read More…]
WIN: South Sudan thumps Puerto Rico in Olympic opening game
By Kei Emmanuel Duku In a historic thrill that sent shockwaves throughout the basketball world, South Sudan triumphed Puerto Rico, 90-79 in the Paris 2024 Olympics opening game, on Sunday. The Bright Stars overcame a sluggish start to outscore their opponents in the second half and secured a memorable[Read More…]
Torit faithful pays over $1,000 for breaking Virgin Mary’s Statue
By Philip Buda Ladu Police in Eastern Equatoria State said Our Lady of Holy Rosary Catholic Parish in Torit town received payment of 1,061 USD dollars last week, as compensation for replacement of a statue of the Virgin Mary. Another separate amount of 600,000 South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) was[Read More…]
Gov’t, AfDB sign $46.2 million Climate Resilient Agri-Food System project
By Philip Buda Ladu The government and African Development Bank (AfDB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) worth $46.2 million to support the first phase of the Climate Resilient Agri-Food System Transformation Programme in South Sudan. This initiative, which targets small-scale farmers, women, and youth in rural areas,[Read More…]
Women groups receive USD 30,000 for business
By Kidega Livingstone At least 118 women from different Payams in Juba County have received a cheque worth thirty thousand US dollars (USD 30,000) following the completion of the Business Entrepreneurship course. The ten groups of women from Rajaf East Payam, Luri Payam, Munuki Payam, and Rajaf Central Payams[Read More…]
New faces boost Jamus FC Pre-Season camp in Rwanda
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Jamus Football Club has bolstered its squad with the arrival of four new signings in Rwanda, where the team is currently holding a pre-season camp. Rendento Lokira and Michael Marko joined the camp alongside teammates Skender Samuel from Sudan and Alvin Maccornel from Liberia in[Read More…]
Paris Olympics: Viewing centers set for fans
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudanese basketball fans will have the opportunity to watch their national team compete in the Paris 2024 Olympics live from over ten fan zones across the country. The games, which kicked off yesterday, mark the first time South Sudan is participating in the Olympic[Read More…]
Over 1,000 CID officers undergo refresher training
By No. 1 Citizen More than 1,000 personnel from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of South Sudan’s National Police Service have begun an in-service refresher training program in Juba. The training initiative is part of a broader effort by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Gen. Atem Marol Biar[Read More…]
Stripped of land, battered by floods: Jebel Lado residents in a devastating crisis
By William Madouk As dusk approaches, residents of Molobur Boma, Jebel Lado Payam, sit in anguish, disappointed, outside hastily assembled shelters and under trees. Bitter expressions of disappointment and losses imprinted across their faces after being violently stripped of the land that sustained them for years. “We have been[Read More…]
Death robs South Sudan of MPs over non-payment
By Deng Ghai Deng Ongoing economic crisis in South Sudan has escalated to a dire situation where members of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) are reportedly dying over lack of remunerations. “They cannot afford medication due to prolonged unpaid salary arrears and suspended medical allowances,” spokesperson of the[Read More…]
Don’t pay for a child to study if you can’t follow her or him
By Ustaz Mark Bang Here are 7 key lessons parents need to carry on with if they really want their child to better person in future, please the future of your own child matters. The Importance of Self-Reflection: emphasizes the need for parents to reflect on their own[Read More…]
Juba Modern Shopping Mall construction resumes
By Kidega Livingstone The construction of the Juba Market modern shopping mall has resumed after being suddenly suspended in March this year. The suspension was due to a claim that the land belonged to someone other than the Juba City Council. According to Deputy Speaker of Juba City Council,[Read More…]
Country-driven research MoU signed
By Kidega Livingstone Action Against Hunger in collaboration with the University of Juba, the SUDD Institute, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a research agenda driven by the country. The two institutions, with funding from Action Against Hunger, will engage in advanced research and educational activities focused on[Read More…]
World Bank funds climate-smart farming in South Sudan
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Smallholder farmers in South Sudan are set to benefit from a $30 million grant from the World Bank. The grant is to support good agricultural practices, agroforestry, and natural resource management skills of farmers, fisher folks, and livestock herders. An estimated 140,000 households including 98,000[Read More…]
Jebel Lado residents appeal for urgent aid as floods hit
By William Madouk Residents of Jebel Lado payam, Molobur village in Juba County and the surrounding areas are living in fear of snake bites after reptiles were carried into their homes by the floodwaters. Torrential rains have triggered fresh floods, destroying crops, houses, and cutting off roads. Over 6,000[Read More…]