By Sabri Dibaco Western Equatoria State Residents voiced growing concerns over the recent shift by MTN to a MoMo airtime purchasing system. The customers cited that current system created challenges for vulnerable groups, particularly elderly people in rural areas. Speaking to the media, some of the citizens said that the[Read More…]
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Over 300 IDPs flee Ruweng violence to Aweil South, authorities appeal for aid
By Hou Akot Hou More than 300 internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Abiemnhom County in the Ruweng Administrative Area have arrived in Tiar-Aliet Payam of Aweil South County. The local authorities confirmed on Monday and appealed for humanitarian support. In an interview with No.1 Citizen Daily Newspaper, Simon Lual Buuk,[Read More…]
Boat operators warned of vessel seizures as Nile becomes ‘wildlife trafficking corridor
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Wildlife authorities have declared a massive crackdown on the River Nile, warning boat operators that their vessels will be seized and held indefinitely if found transporting illegal animal products. Col. John Chol Adui, the Wildlife Operations Commander for the South Sudan Wildlife Service, revealed that the[Read More…]
NBGs Governor swears in officials, calls for unity ahead of elections
By Hou Akot Hou The Governor of Northern Bahr el Ghazal State (NBGs), Charles Madut Akol, has sworn in new municipal and SPLM Liberation Council officials The governor called on the leaders to promote unity and deliver services effectively as the country approaches elections. Speaking during the ceremony at the[Read More…]
Defense Continues cross-examination of digital Expert at 64th Session
By Yiep Joseph The defense team in the trial of suspended First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused continued cross-examining the prosecution’s digital forensic expert. During the 64th session on Wednesday, the focus was on the reliability and relevance of expert’s findings from the devices of the accused[Read More…]
Young Women in Western Equatoria State demand inclusion, stability
By Jackson Gaaniko Young women leaders in Western Equatoria State have issued a strong call for greater inclusion in governance and urgent improvements in basic services and security. The call followed a two-day policy dialogue with lawmakers and government officials in Yambio. The forum was held under the Inclusive Governance[Read More…]
Health Minister promises transparent, collaborative approach to challenges
By Gaaniko Jackson The National Minister of Health Luke Thompson Thoan has Promised to ensure transparent, collaborative approach to improve service delivery. Thompson Thoan made the remark during his reception at health Ministry. The event brought together the former Minister of Health, Hon. Sarah Cleto Rial, the Minister of Gender,[Read More…]
SSPDF Kills eight rebels, including commander in Response at Jebel Galtan
By Chol D. Johnson The South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) says it has killed at least eight attackers who recently launched a deadly assault on civilians at a mining site near Juba. The incident, which left dozens of miners and local residents dead or wounded, prompted a swift military[Read More…]
Revenue Authorities assure smooth cargo movement, dispel reports of stranded trucks
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan Revenue Authority officials at the Nimule border and Mombasa have reassured the public and business community that trade and cargo movement are proceeding smoothly. The officials dismissed the recent reports claiming that hundreds of trucks were stranded at the Malaba border. Officials acknowledged that minor[Read More…]
CTSAMVM holds 54th Meeting, Review peace implementation
By Sabri Dibaco The Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) convened its 54th meeting to assess general security situation and progress in the implementation of the peace agreement in South Sudan. During the meeting, the members CTSAMVM conducted a comprehensive analysis of the permanent ceasefire agreement,[Read More…]
Government Security Committee Probes Jebel Iraq Massacre
By Alan Clement The Central Equatoria State government has launched an investigation into the Jebel Iraq attack that left scores of people dead. Speaking to the media during a site visit of the killings to conduct fact-finding and assess the circumstances surrounding the tragedy, Information Minister Nyarsuk Patrick, said Governor[Read More…]
Speaker Kumba faces SPLM axe as caucus declares a vote of no confidence in her
By Yiep Joseph The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) Parliamentary Caucus has unanimously declared a vote of no confidence in Speaker of the Transitional National Legislative Assembly, Jemma Nunu Kumba. The decision was reached during a caucus meeting chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit, who also the chairperson of the[Read More…]
WES Governor urges Youth to engage in farming
By Lodu William Odiya The Governor of Western Equatoria State, Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa, has called on young people across the state to prioritize agriculture as a practical solution to hunger, poverty, and rising criminal activities. In a statement by issued by the WES Governor’s press unit, during a Sunday service[Read More…]
Youth director release from prison after brief detention
By Hou Akot Hou A detained Aweil East director for youth and sports who had been kidnapped and put in detention in the national security facility in Aweil in Northern Bahr El Ghazal state has been released. Last week, Bulis Bol Chan was arrested at night in wanyjok Town by[Read More…]
Fresh Hostilities in Jonglei Strains AU-Led Peace Efforts- Mashatile
By Alan Clement Renewed fighting in Jonglei State is straining African Union-backed peace efforts, raising fresh concerns over ceasefire compliance and exposing the fragility of South Sudan’s already protracted peace process. Addressing South Africa’s Parliament of Thursday, the country’s special envoy to South Sudan, Paul Mashatile, said the latest clashes[Read More…]
Climate Shocks, Weak Governance Push Women into Water Crisis
By Alan Clement Climate shocks and fragile governance are intensifying South Sudan’s water crisis, leaving women and girls to shoulder the heaviest burden, the United Nations warned on World Water Day. Marking the occasion under the theme “Where water flows, equality grows”, the United Nations said the global water crisis[Read More…]
VP Taban claims officials obstruct access to President
By Lodu William Odiya The Vice President for Infrastructure cluster, Taban Deng Gai has accused officials within the office of the president for obstructing his attempts for a meeting. Speaking on Saturday during funeral prayers for victims of the recent killings in Abiemnhom County, Taban said it has become difficult[Read More…]
VP Igga reaffirms readiness to support livestock Ministry
By Lodu William Odiya Vice president and the Chairperson for the Economic Cluster, Dr. James Wani Igga has reaffirmed readiness to support the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries in order to advance disease control. In a statement released by the Vice president’s press unit yesterday, Igga emphasized that the Veterinary[Read More…]
Residents urge gov’t to construct drainage after floodwater incident
By Sabri Dibaco Residents of Juba are calling on the government to put in place early preparedness measures by constructing drainage following the floodwater caused by heavy rainfall in Juba. On Wednesday, several parts of the city experienced waterlogging after hours of downpour, leaving roads impassable and disrupting movement. Speaking[Read More…]
From South Africa to South Sudan: Haysom’s Enduring Legacy
By Alan Clement As the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) mourns the passing of Nicholas “Fink” Haysom, Special Representative of the Secretary-General in South Sudan, his legacy stretches far beyond the Nile. From the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa to the fragile peace efforts of South Sudan, Haysom’s[Read More…]