By Theem Isaac Machar Akot History has already obtained the most dangerous figures who will never be forgiven due to their atrocities committed. I am worried not about the currently appalling situation of this country. Because we have been undergoing extreme agonies for almost three centuries, which makes these very[Read More…]
Author: One Citizen Daily Newspaper
As if peace were banned to exist in South Sudan
Peace and war are great enemies of all times. When peace exists, war tries its very best to overthrow it and the reverse is true. Peace builds people while war consumes them which is why people prefer peace to war. When South Sudan broke into war in 2013 and 2016,[Read More…]
South Sudan urged to invest in blue economy
By Kei Emmanuel Duku IGAD experts have called on South Sudan to prioritize investment in its blue economy, citing the vast potential for economic growth and job creation through fisheries, transport, and livestock sectors. Dr. Eshete Dejen, IGAD Blue Economy team leader, stated during a three-day assessment of South Sudan’s[Read More…]
Muslim Community celebrates Eid Al-Fitr peacefully in Yei
By James Innocent Thousands gathered to commemorate Eid Al-Fitr, including the heads of Yei River County of Central Equatoria State. The Commissioner of Yei River County joined the Muslims during the Eid celebration on Sunday, coinciding with Christian prayers that took place that morning. Commissioner Emmanuel assured the Muslim[Read More…]
Yei Youth leaders take office
By James Innocent Yei River County witnessed the official handover of leadership for its youth association on Saturday, March 29, 2025, marking a significant moment for the county. The peaceful transition, held in the presence of key stakeholders, saw the outgoing chairperson pass the torch to the newly elected leader.[Read More…]
Church urges Kiir, Machar to dialogue
By Yiep Joseph Sudan and South Sudan Bishops’ Conference has called on President Salva Kiir Mayardit and First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar to engage in urgent dialogue. The call for dialogue aims at de-escalating tensions that threaten peace in the country. His Eminence Cardinal Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla,[Read More…]
Ulang commissioner ousted amid political tensions
By Manas James Okony Riek Gai Gatluak, the commissioner of Ulang County in Upper Nile State, has been ousted from his office by officials of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) in response to the house arrest of their leader and First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar. Ulang[Read More…]
Send Raila back to meet Machar-Activist urges
By Yiep Joseph A civil society activist has urged Kenyan President William Ruto to send Raila Odinga back to Juba to meet with Dr. Riek Machar. Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who currently serves as Ruto’s envoy to South Sudan, met with President Salva Kiir on Thursday as part[Read More…]
Pray for peace-President Kiir
By Yiep Joseph In his message on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, President Salva Kiir called on the Muslim community to continue praying for peace in the country. The Eid al-Fitr holiday marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims worldwide. In his[Read More…]
CES hosts Iftar for Muslim Community
By Staff writer Governor of Central Equatoria State Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, on Thursday hosted the Muslim community and held the annual Iftar dinner at the State Secretariat, Juba. Iftar, the evening meal that breaks the daily fast during Ramadan, holds deep religious significance for Muslims worldwide. Beyond marking[Read More…]
SPLM-IO expels Nyirol County commissioner over political concerns
By Manas James Okony The commissioner of Nyirol County in Jonglei State, James Bol Makuey, has been ousted from his position and expelled from the headquarters in Lankient town. This political upheaval comes as tensions between the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) and the ruling Sudan People’s Liberation[Read More…]
Law Society raises awareness of Geneva Conventions amid rising tensions
By Philip Buda Ladu As the United Nations alarms of potential relapse into full-scale civil war due to escalating political tensions, the South Sudan Law Society (SSLS) convened a stakeholders’ briefing to discuss the Geneva Conventions. The SSLS organized the briefing to educate stakeholders on the four Geneva Conventions, which[Read More…]
SPLM-IO Political Bureau reaffirms commitment to peace agreement
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Members of the SPLM-IO political bureau have reaffirmed their commitment to implementing the 2018 agreement. Chairperson of the National Committee for Peace and Reconciliation and a senior member of the party, Stephen Par Kuol, stated that this is the only way to address the ongoing clashes[Read More…]
Africa Zeal University denies attack on campus
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Africa Zeal University (AZU) administration has refuted reports of an armed group attack directly targeting its campus. The high learning institution clarified that recent gunfire heard in the vicinity originated from a nearby military training center in Rajaf. Gunfire, which occurred early this week, involved[Read More…]
Civil society calls for action to end tensions
By Nakwam Rose South Sudan Civil Society Forum (SSCSF) is urging various civil society organizations and stakeholders to come together and support efforts aimed at alleviating the ongoing turmoil gripping the nation. In a press release dated March 27, 2025, SSCSF convened a gathering that brought together over 200 representatives[Read More…]
Do not doom another generation to war, IGAD envoy pleads
By Yiep Joseph Amidst growing concerns over the implementation of South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement, Ambassador Ismail Wais, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Special Envoy for South Sudan is urging leaders never to return the country to war. Speaking at the launch of a nationwide constitutional awareness campaign, Ambassador[Read More…]
Fear grips Juba city
By Philip Buda Ladu A fragile calm settled over Juba on Friday, following a tense Thursday night, as political tensions escalated in the wake of First Vice President Riek Machar’s house arrest. Despite the surface-level normalcy of daily life, deep-seated fear and anxiety gripped the city’s residents. Samuel, a shopkeeper[Read More…]
SPLA-IO officers defect to gov’t
By Staff Writer At least 221 Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO) personnel have defected to the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and other organized forces. National Security Service (NSS) revealed this in a press release that those who defected are under the command of eight senior officers[Read More…]
Machar’s arrest “does not endanger” peace deal
By Yiep Joseph Micheal Makuei Lueth, the Minister of Information, Communication, Technology, and Postal Services has stressed that the 2018 peace agreement is still progressing despite the arrest of First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar. During a press conference on Friday, Makuei called on the public not to panic, explaining[Read More…]
Introducing ‘Listening Ear’ – A Column for Thoughtful Engagement
By Majak Kuany Alier In a world filled with noise, few take the time to truly listen. Yet, listening is one of the most powerful skills in nurturing understanding, connection, and meaningful dialogue. That is the essence of Listening Ear. It is a column dedicated to thoughtful reflections on social,[Read More…]