By Bosco Bush South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly is to probe allegations of malpractices and corruption by telecommunication companies in the country. The leading telecom Companies operation in South Sudan are MTN South Sudan, Zain, and Digital. In a regular sitting on Tuesday, August 13th, the parliament deliberated[Read More…]
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MP urges quick solution to border encroachment
By Philip Buda Ladu A Member of Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has voiced concerns over the alarming reports of encroachment into South Sudan by Ugandans. Speaking during Tuesday’s sitting, John Agany Deng representing Aweil East County, Northern Bahr El Ghazal State called for immediate government intervention. On Monday[Read More…]
MILESTONE: Political Parties Council passes election Code of Conduct
By Deng Ghai Deng South Sudan Political Parties Council (PPC) has approved a new Election Code of Conduct for registered political parties in the country. Eng. James Akol Zakayo, the PPC Chairperson, announced to the press on Tuesday, outlining the significance of this regulatory measure in overseeing party activities[Read More…]
Hope is a good breakfast, but it is a bad supper
Francis Bacon says that, while hope is important, relying only on hope without taking action can lead to disappointment. Each day, South Sudanese hope for a better tomorrow. Unfortunately, tomorrow comes and nothing is better about it. Then they again hope for a better tomorrow and nothing changes at all.[Read More…]
Hon. Natalina Amjima Malek’s concern over pension funds is a crucial matter that the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) and state Assemblies must address without fail. From the birth of this country, despite several attempts to rectify the issue of pension funds, no conclusive achievement has been reached, yet most[Read More…]
RJMEC, Minister of Justice review Revitalized Peace Agreement Implementation
By Deng Ghai Deng Revitalized Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) and National Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, on Monday, reviewed progress of the Revitalized Peace Agreement. The National Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Ruben Madol Arol and Chairperson of Revitalized Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, Amb.[Read More…]
Community leaders empowered on advocacy, communication
By James Innocent At least 22 members from local structures in Yei County and Lainya County have been trained in advocacy and communication, in a bid to enhance the management of natural resources and promote peaceful coexistence. The key objective of the training was to empower selected members of[Read More…]
MP raises alarm over missing Pension Fund
By Philip Buda Ladu A member of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has raised concerns over the lack of pension payments for ageing civil servants, despite the annual approval of a budget for a pension scheme. Hon. Natalina Amjima Malek, representing Northern Bahr el Ghazal State on the[Read More…]
Parliament passes Procurement and Asset Disposal Regulations
By Bosco Bush South Sudan’s Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has passed Procurement and Disposal of Assets Regulations, 2024, in a move aimed at addressing malpractices and corruption in government asset management. The document was first presented to the parliament by former Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Awow[Read More…]
MP demands transport authorities summon over rampant plane crashes
By Philip Buda Ladu The recent string of aircraft incidents in Upper Nile Region has provoked a lawmaker to call on Parliament to summon transport and civil aviation authorities to address the rampant plane accidents. MP. Reth Mach Thor, representing Nasir County Constituency in Upper Nile State on the[Read More…]
Dr. Igga calls for strong penalties on the corrupt, money launders
By Kidega Livingstone Vice President for Economic Cluster calls for stringent penalties, possibility, death sentences to deter money laundering and financing of terrorism. Dr. James Wani Igga said this while addressing a training event organized by the South Sudan Financial Intelligence Unit in Juba. Considering the importance to combat[Read More…]
United States announces $95 Million additional humanitarian aid
By Deng Ghai Deng The U.S. government has pledged an additional $95 million in humanitarian assistance to South Sudan. U.S. Ambassador to South Sudan Michael J. Adler and USAID Mission Director Kate Crawford, announced Monday. This new funding, through USAID, will support to over 700,000 individuals in the country’s[Read More…]
Motorboat fire injures 19 in Bor
By Deng Ghai Deng At least 19 people are receiving medical treatment following a catastrophic fire that gutted a motorboat carrying diesel and petrol on Sunday. The boat, which was loaded in Juba and enroute Unity State, caught fire under unclear circumstances. Elijah Thongbor, Secretary General of the Boat[Read More…]
NSS Bill to become Law by default-lawyer
By Deng Ghai Deng South Sudan National Security Act 2014 (Amendment Bill – 2024) is poised to automatically become law, according to the Transitional Constitution provision. This follows passage of the Bill by the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) and subsequent submission to President Salva Kiir. The bill, passed[Read More…]
Leadership as God intended. Having a knowledgeable leader is like possessing gold and jewels (Proverbs 20:15) HCSB
By Very Nathaniel Garang Aduotdit “There is gold and a multitude of jewels, but knowledgeable lips are a rare treasure.” In defining the real trouble that man has, leading to his suffering and pain; Hosea the Prophet came to this all-rounded conclusion he says, “My people are destroyed for[Read More…]
Everything and nothing that matters
Today, for the first time in my writing career, I want to write about completely nothing. There is no point; I want you to do anything else or run to catch a bus or if you would be at home, I want you to call your landlord and let him[Read More…]
Since South Sudan gained independence about 13 years ago, over 100 people have perished in plane crashes, and the trend continues. Nobody dies without an evil hand, even when the ailment is known, another hand takes a blame; the lives lost in these common plane crushes are not exceptional. The[Read More…]
Commissioners, UNMISS discuss development projects
By Kidega Livingstone The commissioners of Lainya, Yei River, and Morobo held a meeting with United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), officials on development projects for the respective counties. The breakfast meeting, organized by UNMISS in Juba, explored collaborative initiatives to drive progress and improve the lives of[Read More…]
Night gang injures Gudele resident
By William Madouk A resident of Gudele block six in Juba was shot and injured by a group of unidentified criminals on Saturday night. According to a close relative of the victim, Barjok Maduok, the incident occurred around 11 PM as the victim, Dut Angok Dut, also known as[Read More…]
Dialogue, not protests, can solve South Sudan’s issues-MP
By Bosco Bush A Member of Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA), Juol Nhomngek Daniel has cautioned against going for mass protests to address the country’s issues. The MP expressed doubts about the potential for a successful and peaceful nationwide demonstration, citing a lack of unity among the South Sudanese[Read More…]