By William Madouk South Sudan President Salva Kiir has voiced his stand on conduct of elections, saying absence of the exercise could generate violence in the country. “Some people are saying that if the elections are left to go ahead, a lot of people will die, and South Sudanese[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
Do the world’s presidents have someone employed to taste their foods before they eat?
I have always wondered about the privileges that come with being the president. It is cool and most times, you make a lot of decisions. You can ask people to stay home without going to work or school when you are not feeling well. Work and classes resume when you[Read More…]
World Bank donates $100 Million to boost education sector
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Minister of General Education and Instruction, Awut Deng Acuil, confirmed on Friday that the Ministry has received a $100 million donation from the World Bank. Dr. Jacob Korok Majiu, Deputy Minister of Information, told the media after the Council of Ministers meeting. He said the[Read More…]
Cabinet eyes Juba-Riyadh cooperation deal
By William Madouk The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Ruben Madol, presented a memo on the general cooperation agreement between South Sudan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia before the cabinet on Friday. The deal signed on January 24, 2022, would offer a chance for the Gulf country[Read More…]
A call for free speech, responsible social media use
By Ijoo Bosco A two-day stakeholders’ forum in Torit, Eastern Equatoria State concluded with a call to respect fundamental rights of free expression, association, and peaceful assembly. These rights are crucial for a democratic South Sudan. Eastern Equatoria State Minister of Animal Resources and Fisheries, Angelo Geri William in[Read More…]
Eastern Equatoria condemns Magwi attack, urges calm
By Ijoo Bosco Eastern Equatoria State government strongly condemned the recent attack in Magwi County by suspected National Salvation Front (NAS) rebels. The clash with South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) left three people dead. State Minister of Animal Resources and Fisheries, Angelo Geri urged Magwi County youth not[Read More…]
Bakosoro urges youth to support general elections
By Kidega Livingstone Minister of Presidential Affairs, Joseph Bangasi Bakosoro has called on youth to support the push for general elections at the end of the Transitional Period. The government maintains its confidence in holding elections in December 2024, despite concerns from the international community and peace stakeholders urging[Read More…]
National Youth Convention underway in Juba
By Kidega Livingstone The 3rd National Youth Union Convention of South Sudan kicked off yesterday in Juba, bringing together youth delegates from across the country to elect their new leadership. The three-day convention, organized by the Ministry of Youth and Sports, is attended by state-level youth ministers, representatives from[Read More…]
Basketball Team gets funding boost ahead of Olympics
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Basketball National Team received a significant boost in their preparation for the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris after the Cabinet approved a budget of $9 million for the team and their accompanying delegation. Minister of Youths and Sports, Dr. Joseph Geng Akech,[Read More…]
Thirteen more parties gain full registration
By William Madouk Thirteen political parties have gained full registration endorsement from the Political Parties Council (PPC) and are now recognized as eligible to take part in elections. Chairperson of the Political Parties’ Council, James Akol Zakayo, told journalists on Thursday that the number of officially registered political parties[Read More…]
Thunder strike kills 4 in Rumbek
By Yang Ater Yang At least four women were killed, and seven others survived a series of thunder strike in Nyangkot village, Rumbek Central County. The victims include two girls and two adults. The first incident occurred on Wednesday while the other on Thursday. Dut Manak Akuot, the commissioner[Read More…]
US urges dialogue for genuine elections
By No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper United States of America is calling for urgent action to create the conditions necessary for genuine and peaceful elections scheduled for December this year. This message was delivered by a senior U.S. delegation that visited Juba from May 21-24. The delegation, which included,[Read More…]
Napwon criticizes politicizing youth convention
By Kidega Livingstone Minister of Environment and Forestry Josephine Napwon, has criticized government officials for allegedly politicizing the National Youth Union Convention. Napwon, who previously served as Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, made the accusation during the opening of the convention on Friday, though she did not immediately[Read More…]
Cabinet suspends Juba River Port
By Bida Elly David Cabinet has temporarily suspended the construction of the Juba River Port project due to legal obstacles. Funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the $38 million project, has faced resistance from some government officials and individuals who own land at the proposed site. Landowners[Read More…]
Government Seeks World Bank funding for Juba-Nadapal highway
By Bida Elly David Cabinet has passed a memo presented by the National Minister of Roads and Bridges on the construction of the Juba-Torit-Nadapal Highway, hoping for assistance from the World Bank. The Minister of Roads and Bridges, Simon Mijok Mijak, presented keynotes on the status of the construction[Read More…]
On Thursday, police in Lakes State reported that a 16-year-old girl committed suicide after allegedly having a dispute with her mother. The young life, cut short by her own hand, is a devastating loss that reflects deep-rooted issues within the society, especially in Lakes State, that can no longer be[Read More…]
Youths in Aweil arrested over ‘uncultured’ dressing
By Hou Akot Hou Police authorities in Aweil Town, Northern Bahr el Ghazal State, detained a number of young men and ladies on Wednesday for wearing earrings and dreadlocks. The youths allege they were not informed about the ban. Pick-up trucks carrying police and security forces reportedly raided markets[Read More…]
Over 300 cattle raided in Lakes State
By Yang Ater Over 300 head of cattle have been stolen in a raid carried out by armed youth in Lakes State. According to the authorities, the attack targeted livestock in Cueibet County. Lakes State Police Spokesperson, Major Elijah Mabor Makuac, provided details on the incident. He confirmed that[Read More…]
Kiir signs declaration of peace
By Kidega Livingstone President Salva Kiir Mayardit has signed the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW). The document drafted by the International Law Peace Committee under the auspices of Heavenly Culture, World Peace, and Restoration of Light (HWPL) represents a monumental step towards global peace. Speaking to[Read More…]
SPLM cadres converge for Kiir’s endorsement in Juba
By No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper Members of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) from the Greater Equatoria Region are converging in Juba to endorse Salva Kiir Mayardit as their presidential candidate. This will be the second such SPLM endorsement event, following a similar rally held in the Bahr[Read More…]