By Jacob Onuha Nelson Eastern Equatoria State Governor, Louis Lobong Lojore, has urged the administrators of Kauto and Imehejek to endure criticism as part of leadership. According to a statement yesterday, Governor Lobong stated during the official swearing in of the new Administrators at the state secretariat that “politics[Read More…]
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Kiir reiterates commitment for peace in Abyei
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has reiterated his government’s unwavering commitment to protecting civilians and maintaining peace in Abyei. According to a statement on Wednesday, an attacker reportedly stormed Abyei and forcibly removed a detainee, raising concerns about cross-border security. The President’s remarks came after a[Read More…]
Gola c𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 for humanitarian support
By Lodu William Odiya Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA) Chief administrator has called on the World Food Programme (WFP) to continue support to the community in the region. According to a statement, the Chief Administrator, Gola Boyoi Gola together with representative from the WFP and discussed some of the[Read More…]
Pibor Chief Administrator dissolves cabinet
Manas J. Okony The newly reappointed chief of Greater Pibor Administrative Area (GPAA), Gola Boyoi Gola, on Monday dismissed the cabinet he inherited from his predecessor. In a series of decrees announced on Pibor 90.3 FM, the Chief Administrator relieved all cabinet ministers and advisors from their duties. The[Read More…]
Jonglei governor discloses security improvement in the area
By Lodu William Odiya Governor of Jonglei state, Dr. Riek Gai Kok has reported significant improvement on the security situation in the state. According to a statement issued by the presidential press unit yesterday, Governor Kok noted significant improvement in the region’s security situation highlighted by the absence of[Read More…]
SSFF President, Sudanese Ambassador meet to strengthen ties
By Lod William Odiya South Sudan Football Federation and Sudanese ambassador to Juba, Issam El-Din Karar discussed enhancing cooperation between the two countries in the field of football. In a statement released by the federation, SSFF President, Gen. Augustino Maduot Parek, in meeting with the Sudanese Ambassador on Wednesday,[Read More…]
Higher denomination banknotes could improve cash flow-Expert
By Alan Clement An economic analyst has proposed that higher-denomination banknotes be introduced to the market to avert liquidity crises in the country. In an interview with this outlet, Dr. Abraham Maliet believes that the introduction of South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) 10,000 and 50,000 would improve cash flow. “Introducing[Read More…]
Central Equatoria State pledges safe environment for investors
By Lodu William Odiya Central Equatoria State government has vowed to provide safe environment for investment in order to improve service delivery in the state. Speaking during the launch of South Sudan Institute of Revenue Administration (SSIRA), Paulino Lukudu Obede reaffirmed state government’s commitment to create safe environment for[Read More…]
At least 12 suicide cases registered in a week, surging figures worry
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Central Equatoria State (CES) government has reported at least twelve cases of suicide in a period of a week and cited fears of increase. Addressing media after the state security meeting, the State Minister of Local Government and Law Enforcement Agency, Hon. Leon Abe, expressed[Read More…]
DENIAL: Central Bank U-turns on “printing more notes”
By Alan Clement The Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) has backtracked on recent revelations to print more South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) as a remedy to the liquidity crisis in the country. On Monday South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation, (SSBC) quoted the governor of the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS), Addis[Read More…]
As parliament reopens, officials must respect summons
When key ministers from the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity (RTGoNU) (TNLA) fail to respond to parliamentary summons, it is not just a procedural misstep but obstacle to transparency. Such actions undermine and insult the country’s constitution and undermine accountability especially when ministers entrusted with public service refuse to[Read More…]
Juba residents hit by flooding
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Some residents of Hai Referendum and Gumbo-Shirikat have urged the government and well-wishers to intervene and solve continuous flooding of some homes in Juba City. In an interview with No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Tuesday, Charles Nhial Bol, a resident of Hai Referendum, expressed[Read More…]
South Sudan population faces hunger affliction-WFP
By Alan Clement Severe funding shortfall is threatening to extricate humanitarian efforts and place millions of South Sudanese at risk of losing life-saving assistance. The World Food Programme (WFP) estimate that over seven million South Sudanese are on the brink of hunger, with 83,000 already facing dangerously low levels[Read More…]
Kiir directs Ruweng Chief to intensify peace efforts
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has reiterated directive to Ruweng Area, Chief Administrator and his counterparts to intensify efforts in addressing cross-boundary security challenges. According to a statement released on Tuesday, president Kiir issued these directives during a briefing at the State House. The Chief Administrator,[Read More…]
SSRA collects over SSP 900 billion non-oil revenue
By Lodu Willam Odiya South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) has revealed collecting 984.4 billion South Sudanese Pounds (SSP) in non-oil revenue for 2024/2025 financial year. Speaking on Tuesday, during a launch of South Sudan Institute of Revenue Authority and Non-Oil Revenue Mobilization and Accountability phase two project, SSRA Commissioner[Read More…]
DEFEND Justice-Kiir urges judges
By Lodu William Odiya President Salva Kiir Mayardit has urged the new Justices to become defenders of fairness, equality, and the rights of the people. Speaking yesterday during a swearing-in ceremony of six newly appointed Justices of the Supreme Court, Kiir entrusted them with the vital responsibility of strengthening[Read More…]
South Sudan Launches Institutes for Revenue Administration
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan has launched its institute for Revenue Administration to advance it capacity for domestic revenue mobilization. Speaking during the launch on Tuesday, the National Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. Marial Dongrin Ater said the day had marked a pivotal point in advancing country’s[Read More…]
Financial Inclusion: the catalyst to reducing poverty and elevating the economy in South Sudan
By Ajith Ajith Pioth Financial Inclusion is the availability and equality of opportunities to access financial services. It refers to processes by which individuals and businesses have access to, and are empowered to use affordable, responsible financial services that meet their specific needs. These needs basically include payments, savings,[Read More…]
Building a Brighter Future: Can soldiers’ monthly deductions fund military schools for their children ?
By Deng Chol In a country striving for stability and long-term development, one often-overlooked group continues to bear immense sacrifices our soldiers. These men and women risk their lives to protect the nation, often under difficult conditions, with modest salaries and limited support systems. Yet each month, a sum of[Read More…]
Nation Talks
South Sudan is in a serious hunger crisis that may cost lives, though tendrils of inflation have already done, the worst is expected as local currency continues to depreciate against the United States dollar. The government needs to settle this situation. What prevails now, gives a clear picture of a[Read More…]