Eastern Equatoria state

Former EES Governor Warns SSNBS Against Compromising Product Quality

By Lodu William Odiya A former governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Aloisio Emor Ojetuk has cautioned the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) against compromising on product quality, saying the move could endanger public health and undermine consumer confidence in the country. Speaking during a welcoming ceremony of the[Read More…]

Governor Lobong calls on Takaninyang residents to prioritize Education

By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has called on residents of Napetait and Ngoloki in Takaninyang Payam, Kapoeta South County, to make education a top priority in their communities. During a courtesy visit to the area, Governor Lobong emphasized the importance of sending[Read More…]

Lobong call for Lasting Peace in Pwata Payam

By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has called on communities in Pwata Payam of Kapoeta South County to uphold sustained peace and security. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Karengak community, Governor Lobong reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to maintaining stability, improving infrastructure[Read More…]

By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan, as a whole has one of the highest maternal mortality ratios globally. Recent health estimates put the country’s maternal death rate at roughly 692 deaths per 100,000 live births, far above the global average and international targets and these figures likely understate the true[Read More…]

Kineti River Earmarked for Landmark Multipurpose Water Project

By Alan Clement The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) has advanced plans for a landmark multipurpose water project along the Kineti River, aiming to address escalating floods, prolonged dry spells, and climate pressures. The move follows a field mission to Torit under the Regional Climate Resilience Program for[Read More…]

Eastern Equatoria Government Refutes “Fabricated” Reports of Ethnic Evictions

By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Eastern Equatoria State government has issued a strong rebuttal against reports claiming that Toposa youth in Kapoeta ordered people of other ethnicities to vacate the town. Officials have labelled these claims as malicious, false, and intended to incite communal instability. In an interview on Tuesday,[Read More…]

Adil commends Azande Kingdom, says its revival means cultural preservation

By Yiep Joseph The Governor of Central Equatoria State (CES), Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has described the revival of the Azande Kingdom as a major step toward strengthening cultural preservation and promoting national unity. Governor Adil made the remarks in a message to the people of Western Equatoria State as they[Read More…]

By Jacob Onuha Nelson The leadership of Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) has directed Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, to mobilize and sensitize citizens regarding 2026 elections. According to the statement issued by Governor’s Press unit on Monday, governor Lobong visited juba where he met SPLM Secretary[Read More…]

EES embarks on collaboration with civil society network

By Jacob Onuha Nelson The governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has initiated the collaboration between the Civil Society Network and government institutions. The statement issued by the governor’s press unit stated that the newly elected Eastern Equatoria State Civil Society Network expressed willingness to collaborate with the[Read More…]

Governor Lobong Promises to Renovate Torit High Court

By Jacob Onuha Nelson TORIT—The Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, has pledged a comprehensive renovation of the Torit High Court, promising to significantly improve the working and living environment for members of the judiciary. The promise was made following the Governor’s visit on Monday to commend the[Read More…]

Lobong secures 16 UAE law scholarship slots for Eastern Equatoria students

By Alan Clement In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Louis Lobong Lojore, the Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, has secured scholarship for 16 students to pursue law studies in the United Arab Emirates. In a statement issued by the Governor’s press unit, the agreement was reached following a high-profile diplomatic engagement[Read More…]