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…]
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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…]
USAID launches new health initiative to support vulnerable children
By Deng Ghai Deng U.S. Ambassador to South Sudan, Michael Adler, and United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director, Kate Crawford, unveiled a new health initiative aimed at supporting orphans and vulnerable children living with HIV. The project, named ‘Hayatna’, in Arabic meaning “our lives” represents a[Read More…]
Clergy warns against politicizing Bari Community Association
By Bosco Bush The Auxiliary Bishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Juba, Santo Loku Pio, has cautioned politicians against interfering in the internal affairs of the Bari Community Association (BCA). Bishop Pio’s call came during a Thanksgiving prayer event held at the Bari Community Center on Saturday, August 10.[Read More…]
Murle community demands 5% of wildlife revenues
By William Madouk Murle community has submitted a petition to African Parks South Sudan, demanding a 5 percent share of proceeds from Boma Park wildlife scenery, a similar arrangement to oil-producing areas. The petition, signed by paramount chief Logidang Lotiboy, community leader Jacob Nganto, youth leader James Allan, and[Read More…]
Jebel Lado flood nightmare deepens
By William Madouk Flooding nightmare in Jebel Lado has deepened, forcing thousands of residents to abandon their homes and seek shelter on higher ground. Families were spotted rowing boats packed with their belongings as they desperately fled the rising floodwaters. “We only get a piece of iron sheet and[Read More…]
ENCROACHMENT: UPDF assaults farmers in Kajo-Keji County
By Kidega Livingstone The Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) have been accused of beating and chasing away 15 civilian farmers in, Kajo-Keji County, Central Equatoria State, in a latest encroachment claim. According to Kenyi Henry John, the Chairperson of the Kajo-Keji County Youth, the incident started two weeks ago[Read More…]
Sycophancy is among the degrading factors
By Theem Isaac Machar Akot Very long ago, there lived a widow in a village with her son and a daughter. The daughter was called “Anyuoth” meaning “dream.” The husband died at a young age when the two kids were under 10 years old. The mother managed all she[Read More…]
Leadership as God Intended: Your Attitudes Determine People’s Response to You (Proverbs 17:11) NKJV
By Very Rev Nathaniel Garang Aduotdiit “An evil man seeks only rebellion; therefore a cruel messenger will be sent against him.” Paul the apostle wisely admonished the Galatian churches as regards the way God and people will treat them as concerns their attitude and beliefs, and he told them,[Read More…]
Yei Joint Stars back in Juba after Torit setback
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan’s representative in 2024/25 Women’s Council of East and Central Africa Football Association (CECAFA) has returned to Juba following a 1-0 defeat to Torit Select Women in a pre-season friendly. The loss in Torit marked the first defeat for Yei Joint Stars in their[Read More…]
South Sudan prepares to host Continental Football
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) is in high gear preparing to host a series of high-profile continental football matches. A committee has been formed to oversee the organization of the CAF Confederation Cup, Champions League, and 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Jamus FC Juba and Al-Merriekh FC[Read More…]
Organizations conduct dialogue on Youth Enterprise Fund, Sports Bill
By Staff writer Christian Agency for Peace and Development (CAPD), in collaboration with the South Sudan Youth Organization Coalition (SSYOC) and supported by Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA), successfully conducted a dialogue on the Youth Enterprise Fund Bill and the Sports Bill. The event, held from August 1-2, 2024, marked[Read More…]
Insecurity spikes in Kidepo valley
By Ijoo Bosco Authorities in Kidepo Valley have expressed grave concern over rising insecurity in the area. At least nine people have been killed, this month. Tito Abas Omoro Ohide, the Executive Director of Kidepo Valley in Cahari Payam, Ikotos County, provided harrowing details of the incidents. According to[Read More…]
Minister urges youth to embrace peace
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria state Minister of Local Government and Law Enforcement Agencies, urges youth to renounce revenge and embrace peace in the state. Minister, Peter Lokeng Lotone was responding to a recent surge in insecurity along Kidepo Valley, which raises alarm in the region. On August 7th,[Read More…]