By Kidega Livingstone Transport disruptions of crude oil to Port Sudan, coupled with threats of Red Sea blockade, have significantly impacted South Sudan’s resource envelope. Government spokesperson, Michael Makuei Lueth acknowledged the Sudan war has detrimental effects on South Sudan’s economy, which heavily relies on oil and imported goods.[Read More…]
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Education in South Sudan: challenges and a call for reform action
By Bek Dhuorjang Chol Since establishing South Sudan as an independent country in 2011, its education sector has faced intensified challenges. A recent interview conducted by Emmanuel Joseph Akile of Eye Radio with Dr. Kuyok Abuol Kuyok, the undersecretary of the national Ministry of General Education and Instruction, on[Read More…]
Does what goes around really come around?
It is true that what goes around comes around. But there are some instances where what goes around does not really come around. There are many stories to tell about this beautiful phrase “What goes around comes around.” In one of the African countries, a certain soldier had seized power[Read More…]
Backyard farming: A solution to Food-insecurity and Poverty in South Sudan
By Nicholas Lokuya Emmanuel Lemi South Sudan is among the few countries in sub-Saharan Africa with huge potential in agriculture production owning to its absolute and comparative advantage over many countries within our region, in terms of soil infertility, availability of the fresh Nile waters, swamps and good climate[Read More…]
Under the prevailing circumstances, it’s odd, if not absurd for an institution of any setting to hesitate in elections which will determine the future of the nation. South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA), an umbrella of political parties, a signatory to the 2018 revitalized peace agreement, is not extraordinary to sway[Read More…]
Land Policy uncertainty stalls Juba’s development-Gai
By Gladys Fred Kole Vice President for Infrastructure Cluster terms the current land policy as an obstacle hindering investors, affecting the development of Juba City. However, Taban Deng Gai assured that land acquisition won’t be an obstacle in the development of Ramciel, the planned new capital city. Gai stressed[Read More…]
South Sudanese refugee falls prey to thugs
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto A South Sudanese refugee named Duluga Moses fell victim to a group of invisible thugs who plucked out his car’s number plate on Sunday night in Uganda’s Adjumani Town. The thugs then left a note demanding a ransom of UG Shillings 120,000 to return the[Read More…]
Raiders escape with 28 calves, 47 goats
By Ijoo Bosco An area Member of Parliament from Imehejek constituency in Eastern Equatoria State is appealing for the return of 75 livestock stolen by suspected Toposa youth in Arilo Payam. According to Angelo James Ayunyang suspected youth from Kapoeta North County raided the area on Saturday, taking 28[Read More…]
Over 3 million children to get polio vaccine
Kidega Livingstone At least 3.1 million children will be vaccinated nationwide against Polio, a highly infectious and paralyzing disease. National Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization in South Sudan have said that the campaign launched, Tuesday targets children aged 0-59 months. Global Polio Eradication Initiative (Bill and[Read More…]
MPs pledge protective measures on military stores
By William Madouk Specialized Committee on Defense and Veterans Affairs at national parliament has promised tough precautionary measures to prevent explosion of ammunitions in the country. This came after Saturday’s night fire outbreak at an ammunition depot Giada military barrack, which left eight people nursing injuries. In a statement[Read More…]
SSOA supports December elections
By William Madouk Political parties under the umbrella of the South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA), a signatory to the 2018 revitalized peace agreement, have backed South Sudan’s plan to conduct elections in December. Chairperson of SSOA who is also the national minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Josephine Lagu[Read More…]
Gov’t, traders clash over economic turmoil
By Bida Elly David/ Gladys Fred Kole A heated debate erupted at ongoing Juba Economic Forum between government and national chamber of commerce, industry, and agriculture over inflation. As South Sudanese pound weakening further against the US dollar, exacerbating economic hardships and pushing citizens to the brink, authorities and[Read More…]
Sunday night incident where fire broke out at Giada army barrack ammunition depot is an earlier warning indicator for reorganization and establishment of military installation away from the civil population. Civilians who have settled around Giada military barracks should not wait for somebody to come and inform them but just[Read More…]
The beginning of the end of suffering
In 1998, there was a famine in the then Southern Sudan. The territory was foodless. People used to travel somewhere to fetch food. Other people were living on wild plants. It was a terrible famine ever recorded in the history of famines. It had claimed a thousand, if not a[Read More…]
Unregulated Foreign Movement and Engagement: Threats to South Sudan’s National Security and Sovereignty
By Bek Dhuorjang Chol The situation in Juba, the capital of South Sudan, is becoming increasingly complex due to the influx of foreign nationals engaging in various economic activities. This presence is not limited to commercial ventures but extends into government offices and residential areas, raising significant concerns regarding[Read More…]
Dear history, you never told us the truth
Each day, as we traverse the rough terrains of life, we are saddened and often haunted by the disturbing realities of our day. The stories about a better place we can proudly call home far from where we are and the future we are constantly reminded to believe in, turns out[Read More…]
Lobong makes changes in State gov’t
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State Governor, Louis Lobong Lojore announced several key changes in the state government, on Sunday. In an executive order, Governor Lobong relieved Auxilio Odume Raimondo of his duties as Director General in the Ministry of Information and Communication. The order did not specify the[Read More…]
Inspiring journey of Hoth, a teenager who soars to piloting
By William Madouk Mr. Buay Stephen Hoth Ker overcame hurdles to get a slot at the prestigious Ethiopian Aviation University and graduated as a pilot—a dream that he had been building on since childhood. Born in Khartoum, Sudan, he started his primary schooling at CCK Khartoum. After independence, he[Read More…]
Activists criticizes govt’ for slow action on Human Rights treaties
By Gladys Fred Kole One year after signing four key human rights treaties, South Sudan has yet to take concrete steps to implement them, raising concerns from civil society. Community Empowerment for Progress Organization (CEPO) says government inactive in implementing the four key human rights treaties signed a year[Read More…]
High prices pinch Rumbek residents
By Yang Ater Yang Residents of Rumbek Town, Lakes State, are grappling with soaring commodity prices, amid runaway inflation across the country. Food and other essential items have become significantly more expensive in Rumbek market causing hardship for residents. This has raised concerns among authorities. Over the weekend, Lakes[Read More…]