Empowering women in a country is a great change to the community and the society at large just because they are great thinkers. Women think of great things that change communities, they only want to see peace in any situation, and their focus is on development. South Sudan needs more[Read More…]
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Government institutions work like a family business where a father is the head and every relative has a position. This runs from the national government to the states, counties, Payams and bomas as well as Municipalities. Though each is supposed to be accountable, but it has never transpired. That’s why[Read More…]
Political parties should not be threatened to boycott their participation in upcoming elections due perceived imbalances. It is not right, and parties shouldn’t be afraid of elections scheduled to take place on 22nd December 2024 at the end of the transitional period of the 2018 Revitalized Peace Agreement. Sadly, the[Read More…]
The tensions in Kajo-Keji remain high as the Ugandan People’s Defense Force (UPDF) continues to disturb the citizens living there for years. It is unclear what the Ugandan army exactly wants from the land belonging to the South Sudanese citizens. The Ugandan authorities should stand for the truth and stop[Read More…]
Hon. Natalina Amjima Malek’s concern over pension funds is a crucial matter that the Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) and state Assemblies must address without fail. From the birth of this country, despite several attempts to rectify the issue of pension funds, no conclusive achievement has been reached, yet most[Read More…]
Since South Sudan gained independence about 13 years ago, over 100 people have perished in plane crashes, and the trend continues. Nobody dies without an evil hand, even when the ailment is known, another hand takes a blame; the lives lost in these common plane crushes are not exceptional. The[Read More…]
Dear President, I am touched to write to your honored office, as you are the head of state and father of everyone in the country. I feel excited to send my voice through this letter, not because I’m against your leadership but because of the important key words to deliver[Read More…]
A large portion of the population, including those supported by humanitarian agencies, is struggling to obtain adequate food. The situation is dire, with hunger outpacing even the threats of violence that have traumatized the country. The root of the crisis lies in the skyrocketing prices of commodities in the market.[Read More…]
The alarming rise in random shootings and armed robberies on the streets of Juba has created a climate of fear and insecurity for the city’s residents. The government must act swiftly to address this concerning trend and provide adequate protection for its citizens. Reports of gunmen terrorizing various neighborhoods, particularly[Read More…]
There is a saying that “when a toad jumps out of a hole at mid-day, its abode has been invaded”. When weapons meant to safeguard citizens, are turned against them, an evil has invaded the hearts. On Saturday at Seventh Day roundabout in Juba City, unknown gunmen shot randomly killing[Read More…]
The sound of heavy gunfire that shocked the city on Tuesday night between 10th and 11 o’clock left the population in the city feeling unsafe and seeking answers to what had happened. Citizens feel uncomfortable whenever they hear a gunshot in the country. This time, it was an encounter between[Read More…]
Imagine individuals arrested at the Uganda border post for attempting to smuggle concealed pistols without any reasons submitted. This is a serious situation; this is a very bad practice that may not lead this country ahead, and the question that may arise is, what is wrong with the Nimule border[Read More…]
It would be proficient for those aggrieved in a nation to seek amity to resolve any discontent than through abduction of citizens and subject them to misery. As the rest of South Sudan grapples with economic turmoil, citizens trying to come to terms with high cost of living, those in[Read More…]
In 1983, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLA/M), led by the late Dr. John Garang, emerged as a key player in the conflicts. They advocated for the South to gain independence after witnessing human rights violations, mass displacement, economic hardships, famine, and other harmful atrocities committed in southern Sudan. The[Read More…]
No. 1 Citizen Daily Newspaper celebrating resilience on 5th anniversary
By Ephraim Modi D.S As I reflect on my tenure with Number One Citizen English Daily Newspaper, I am filled with immense pride and admiration for the institution that has not only survived but thrived amidst an array of challenges. Launched in 2019, the newspaper has emerged as an[Read More…]
Food safety is akin to national security, hence must be jealously guided with utmost stringent measures, as lives of citizens depend upon. Hon. Mayen Deng Alier is right to urge the National Bureau of Standards to tighten its grip on goods’ safety. As chairperson of specialized committee on Trade and[Read More…]
Sunday last week marks the fifth year after the birth of No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, the print media house operated by young competent staff with the vision to be providers of information that fosters growth and development in all aspects of the country. No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper is a South[Read More…]
An African leader once said “Better poverty in liberty than wealth in bondage” and this philosophy, too should sink deep in the mind of every citizen, despite challenges. South Sudan took over 20 bloody years to gain independence and total freedom of the citizens is yet to be achieved but[Read More…]
Journalists must be free to report without intimidation. On Wednesday, journalists covering the parliamentary proceedings on the National Security Bill walked out after security agents reportedly barred them from recording and taking photographs. They faced unacceptable intimidation and obstruction from security agents while trying to carry out their duties. The[Read More…]
South Sudan’s public universities, military, and police forces are facing serious challenges that threaten to cripple these institutions if not urgently addressed by the government. These centers of learning, discipline, and public service play a critical role in shaping society, yet they find themselves in dire straits. The public universities,[Read More…]