By William Madouk Ministry of Finance and MTN South Sudan have discussed plans to enhance financial inclusion in by digitizing salary payments for civil servants and improving tax collection through the mobile money platform, Momo. During a meeting between Finance Minister, Dr. Marial Dongrin and Mr. Francis Matseketsa, MTN[Read More…]
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OCND urges parties to restore calm in Upper Nile
By Yiep Joseph and Jacob Onuha Nelson One Citizen Network for Democracy (OCND) is calling on peace parties to urgently intensify security and reconciliation measures over escalating conflict in Nasir County and other parts of Upper Nile. In a statement released to the media, OCND warned of the potential[Read More…]
Juba City Council bans livestock within vicinity
Juba City Council has enacted a local order, effective February 25, 2025, prohibiting the roaming and keeping of livestock, including cattle, sheep, and goats, within city boundaries. Mayor Johnson Shuka Nishak Jada signed the order. “This local order shall be cited as local order No. 01/2025 prohibiting movement of cattle[Read More…]
Over 30 cases of rights violations registered countrywide
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Human Rights Defenders Network (SSHRDN) reports that, as of February 2025, they have documented 34 cases of human rights violations across the country. These violations include threats against journalists, activists, and other human rights defenders, hindering their ability to carry out their duties.[Read More…]
Dr. Igga’s dual roles under question
By Yiep Joseph An analyst notes that recent changes within Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) is likely to overlap roles and create a dilemma in party constitution. This month, President Salva Kiir, who also serves as the SPLM chairman, dismissed Dr. James Wani Igga from his position as Vice[Read More…]
Dr. Machar requests meeting Kiir over insecurity
By William Madouk First Vice President and Chair of the Governance Cluster, Dr. Riek Machar Teny has formally requested a meeting with President Salva Kiir to engage in face-to-face discussions about pressing security issues in the country. In his written request to the head of state, Dr. Machar seek[Read More…]
Nation Talks
South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and the SPLA-IO, as representatives of our nation, must conduct themselves in a way that earns the respect of the citizens. It is disheartening to witness the ongoing conflict in Upper Nile, where the SSPDF and SPLA-IO are blaming each other, further escalating tensions[Read More…]
Over 200 raided cattle recovered
By Hou Akot Hou Officials from Twic County in South Sudan’s Warrap State have confirmed the recovery of 215 heads of cattle that were part of a cattle raid carried out last week by suspects from Mayom County in Unity State. On Wednesday, the acting commissioner of Twic County[Read More…]
Jonglei teachers get mental health, psychosocial support training
By Peter Kuol Kuch Jonglei state, on Tuesday, launched mental health and psychosocial support training program for government teachers and school governing bodies. The training by National Ministry of General Education, in collaboration with Jonglei State Education Ministry, brought together over 20 members of Parents and Teachers Association (PTA),[Read More…]
Severe heat stress expected for another week
By Staff writer Elevated heat stress levels are expected to persist in most parts of the country for the next seven days, according to the IGAD Climate and Prediction Centre (ICPAC) forecast. The forecast indicates that high temperatures exceeding 32°C will continue to be experienced in most areas of[Read More…]
Court to rule on UAP file access
By William Madouk Juba High Court is set to rule on whether dismissed UAP staff and their legal team will gain access to locked documents within the company’s premises. The hearing yesterday was adjourned and scheduled for March 1, 2025, due to a shortage of original documents. “The reason[Read More…]
Youth organization launches empowerment program
By Yiep Joseph Foundation of Youth Initiative (FYI) and Cooperative Bank of South Sudan have launched an empowerment program dubbed Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF) South Sudan. As a move to reduce unemployment in the country, the program aimed at empowering aspiring young entrepreneurs to unleash their entrepreneurial potential.[Read More…]
Tax burden crushes local businesses
By Yiep Joseph Young entrepreneurs in Juba are attributing the collapse of numerous businesses to excessive and unnecessary fees levied by the Juba City Council and traffic police. Their grievances were voiced during launch of Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF) South Sudan Program on Wednesday. Entrepreneurs cited a litany[Read More…]
Kiir directs currency strengthening
By Staff writer President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the Bank of South Sudan to implement substantial strategies that would stabilize and strengthen the value of the South Sudan Pound. The directive was announced during the swearing-in ceremony for Dr. Addis Ababa Othow, as the new First Deputy Governor[Read More…]
Live to be remembered for good
Once upon a time, there lived a Nigerian finance minister. He lived in an era when things were almost out of hand. Poverty was very high in Nigeria. Those who get the opportunity of leadership must make sure they amaze the wealth for themselves. Corruption was very high. Others could[Read More…]
“Be job creators, not job seekers,” leaders have abused this phrase
By Malek Arol Dhieu “Be job creators, and not job seekers”, is a revision to youth since the world is in the depth of creativity, but creating a job in South Sudan is easier said than done. On your table must be enough money to begin your job with,[Read More…]
AfDB marks 60 years of service
By William Madouk African Development Bank (AfDB) commemorated its 60th anniversary in Juba, with major highlights in its transformative impact across the continent and in South Sudan. Mr. Themba Bhebhe, the AfDB Country Manager for South Sudan, recounted the bank’s origins, which began when 25 African representatives agreed to[Read More…]
CES pushes for land allotment
By Yiep Joseph Deputy Governor of Central Equatoria State, Paulino Lukudu Obede, has urged Juba County authorities to team up with concerned institutions to show land to the rightful owners with legal documents. Lukudu made the call during his visit to Juba County headquarters, where he engaged with several[Read More…]
Gov’t tough on tax remittance
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Economic Cluster has identified 15 government agencies that have failed to fully remit revenue to the Ministry of Finance and Planning, as legally mandated. In a document released by Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Dr. Martin Elia Lomuri, the Economic Cluster has directed the agencies to[Read More…]
Dr. Igga reaffirms commitment to SPLM
By Kei Emmanuel Secretary General and First Deputy Chairman of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), Dr. James Wani Igga has dismissed any notion of an ‘earthquake,’ and reaffirmed his loyalty to the party. Dr. Igga’s appointment as SPLM Secretary General came after a government reshuffle, where he was[Read More…]