By Yiep Joseph Action Against Hunger (ACF) has engaged members of parliament (MPs) and youth in collective efforts to combat hunger and malnutrition in the country. During the one-day high-level dialogue that brought together MPs and youth, Simon Malual Deng, a member of parliament, called on the youth to[Read More…]
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Over 50,000 displaced in Upper Nile
By Philip Buda Ladu Escalating violence in Nasir, Ulang, and Baliet counties in Upper Nile State has displaced an estimated 50,000 people since late February 2025, with 10,000 fleeing across the border into Ethiopia, said Ms. Anita Kiki Gbeho in a statement extended to this outlet. She states that[Read More…]
Peace deal under ‘challenges’- R-JMEC
By Philip Buda Ladu South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement is facing its “most serious challenges” since it signing, warned Ambassador Major General (Rtd) George Aggrey Owinow, interim chairperson of the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC). Addressing the African Union Peace and Security Council virtually on Tuesday, Owinow[Read More…]
SPLM/A-IO withdraws from peace mechanisms
By Philip Buda Ladu Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army in Opposition (SPLM/A-IO) has announced an immediate freeze of its participation in key peace implementation mechanisms, citing the continued “illegal detention” of its members and escalating political tensions. In a press statement issued by Deputy Chairman Oyet Nathaniel Pierino, the SPLM/A-IO[Read More…]
Diplomats offer to facilitate dialogue
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Western nations have offered to mediate a direct dialogue among leaders including President Salva Kiir and First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny. This comes as the United Nations warns that the country is on the brink of renewed conflict following escalating violence in Upper[Read More…]
Women urge peace parties to de-escalate conflict in Nasir
By Yiep Joseph Women activists Monday called for a cessation of hostilities, particularly in Nasir County, Upper Nile State. Their call came after a confrontation between the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) and SPLA-IO-backed White Army in Nasir County, Upper Nile State. Speaking at a press conference in[Read More…]
South Sudanese grab World Muay Thai champions trophy
By Manas James Olony Two elite fighters from South Sudan have made history by winning championships at the sixth edition of the World Muay Thai Championship, marking a significant achievement for the world’s newest nation. The two champions, James Majok Gau and Stephen Okony (also known as Sky), were[Read More…]
Import goods standards compliance training kicks off
By Jacob Onuha Nelson National Minister of Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang, opened a workshop and seminar on the Pre-Verification of Conformity to Standards (CBCA) services, aimed at enhancing the quality and safety of imported goods in South Sudan. The event, organized in by Jasmine Contracting Trade and[Read More…]
Environmental law gaps undermine Climate Change fight
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Environmentalists assert that policy weaknesses and the absence of robust environmental laws are hindering South Sudan’s ability to combat climate change. The National Water Resources and Irrigation Department estimates approximately two million climate change refugees in South Sudan, displaced by floods or migrating in search[Read More…]
At least 20 perish in Nasir air strike
By Philip Buda Ladu Local authorities in Nasir County, Upper Nile State, reported that a Sunday night airstrike in Nasir town resulted in the deaths of 20 civilians, including women and children under five. County Commissioner, James Gatluak Lew confirmed to No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper on Monday that Twenty[Read More…]
South Sudan concedes UPDF presence
By William Madouk Government of South Sudan has officially acknowledged presence of Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) in the country. Minister of Information Michael Makuei Lueth told reporters in Juba that the UPDF “technical and support units” is now in South Sudan under a military pact between the two[Read More…]
Widowed twice
In 1981, Monica shared a classroom with a handsome student named Joseph. Each day they came to school, they could steal glances at one another repeatedly. One fine day, Joseph approached Monica and asked for her hand in love, which she accepted wholeheartedly. They became inseparable as they looked forward[Read More…]
Thousands flee to Gambella
By No. 1 Citizen and agencies Security situation in Nasir and Ulang counties has forced thousands of people to cross to Ethiopia’s Gambella region, according to a UNHCR report published this week. Local authorities report that more than 10,000 people have fled across the border into the Gambella region[Read More…]
Save the Nile cleans Juba suburbs
By Yiep Joseph Save the Nile in collaboration with Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church (Hai Muhandisin) over the weekend led a cleanup initiative in Suk Darfur in Juba. This initiative was part of Global Youth Day (GYD 2025), a movement that inspires young people to “Be the Sermon” by[Read More…]
Yei Commissioner bans illegal logging
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Yei River County Commissioner, Taban Emmanuel Seme, has issued an Executive Order suspending all logging-related activities within the county, effective March 14, 2025. The order targets companies and individuals involved in logging, timber, and pole trading. Commissioner Seme stated the Executive Order aligns with the[Read More…]
SPLM-IO cites violations of 2018 peace deal
By Philip Buda Ladu Sudan People’s Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO) alarms that the 2018 Revitalized Agreement on Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) is on the verge of collapse, citing “sustained and systematic violations”. In a press statement released by Deputy Chairman Oyet Nathaniel Pierino, the SPLM-IO[Read More…]
South Sudan on trump’s travel ban list
By No 1 Citizen and Agencies South Sudan is among 41 countries the Trump administration is considering issuing sweeping travel restrictions for US citizens as part of a new ban, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters. The memo lists a total of 41 countries divided into three separate groups.[Read More…]
Heed Pope Francis
By Yiep Joseph A civil society activist has urged President Salva Kiir and First Vice President Riek Machar to heed Pope Francis’s call for peace. On Friday Apostolic Nuncio, Monsignor Séamus Horgan handed over a written message from Pope Francis to President Salva Kiir and First Vice President, Dr.[Read More…]
World continents to compete for confederation cup
By Papiti Stephen Deng Our planet earth, the mother’s womb of all living creatures, is such a beautiful and eco-friendly environment where human beings play football around the world, from the underdeveloped nations to the most developed one. It is loved by all people of different genders, ages, colors, abilities[Read More…]
SSFA delegation returns from CAF General Assembly
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan delegation led by South Sudan Football Association President Augustino Madout Parek has returned to Juba yesterday following their participation in the recently concluded CAF General Assembly in Cairo, Egypt. During their time in Egypt, the delegation took part in CAF’s general election, where[Read More…]